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April 30, 2026

'You can be any Bond you want': the inside story of 007 First Light

Hitman developer IO Interactive’s pluralistic take on the British secret agent – his first video-game outing in almost 15 years – promises a Bond for all eras. Here’s what you need to know

'You can be any Bond you want': the inside story of 007 First Light

TL;DR

  • 007 First Light attempts to create a James Bond that satisfies all fans by blending elements from different eras and playstyles.
  • The game features a young Bond, portrayed by Patrick Gibson, whose personality is an amalgam of various Bond actors, incorporating outsider unease and arrogance.
  • Gameplay shifts between stealth-focused scenarios, similar to Hitman, and action-packed sequences involving gadgets, combat, and de-escalation.
  • Developers aim for a Bond who is not initially 100% competent, incorporating more 'mess' and high-drama combat, influenced by Daniel Craig's action sequences and Pierce Brosnan's era.
  • The game prioritizes player sensation and forward momentum over grand, open-world sandboxes, aiming to differentiate itself from Hitman.
  • The aesthetic of 007 First Light is described as a collision of timeless adventure and modern edge, with themes of longevity versus tech utopia.

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