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Licence to thrill: could 007 First Light be the best Bond game since GoldenEye?
James Bond games have always fallen short of capturing the precise feel of the classic movies. But Amazon’s first dip into the 007 mythology seems to have a character of its own
TL;DR
- 007 First Light, by IO Interactive, is poised to be the best James Bond game since GoldenEye, blending Hitman-style gameplay with major action set-pieces.
- The game follows a young Bond from his early career to his first double-0 mission, offering a fresh perspective on the character.
- Criticisms from a recent demo include overly guided action and the portrayal of Bond as 'too eager and far too chatty'.
- The game aims to capture a modern audience's expectations for Bond, offering an escapist action fantasy that empowers players.
- Unlike movies, games can sidestep complex character motivations and problematic aspects of Bond's legacy, allowing players to indulge in desired action and playstyles.
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