007 First Light Delayed: New Release Date for James Bond Game
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– The James Bond game “007 First Light” has been delayed by two months, with a new release date of 27th May 2026.
– Developer IO Interactive stated the delay is to ensure quality and allow for further polish, as the game is already fully playable.
– The CEO described the project as their most ambitious, aiming to deliver a comprehensive Bond experience with action, spycraft, and gadgets.
– A recent trailer revealed musician and actor Lenny Kravitz will portray a villain in the game.
– A preview from a Bond fan described the game as being “so much more than Hitman” and potentially the “ultimate composite video game.”
The highly anticipated James Bond video game, 007 First Light, has officially been delayed by its developer, IO Interactive. Originally scheduled for a March 2026 launch, the game will now arrive on May 27, 2026. The Danish studio announced the two-month postponement, framing it as a strategic decision to ensure the final product meets the highest standards of quality and polish for its global launch.
In a statement, IO Interactive CEO Hakan Abrak explained the reasoning behind the shift. He described 007 First Light as the studio’s most ambitious project to date, emphasizing the team’s commitment to crafting a definitive Bond experience. The game aims to blend signature elements like high-stakes action, international espionage, sophisticated gadgets, and thrilling car chases into a cohesive package. Abrak noted that as an independent developer and publisher, the choice to delay allows them to guarantee the experience players deserve from the very first day.
He provided reassurance about the game’s development status, confirming it is fully playable from start to finish. The additional time will be dedicated to refinement and polishing, ensuring the strongest possible version is delivered at launch. The studio expressed confidence that this move will set 007 First Light up for long-term success and thanked the community for its ongoing patience and support since the game’s initial reveal.
The project recently resurfaced at The Game Awards with a new trailer that unveiled a notable casting choice. Musician and actor Lenny Kravitz was revealed to be playing a villainous role in the game, adding considerable star power to the title’s narrative.
Early impressions from those who have seen the game in action have been notably positive. One observer, described as a Bond mega-fan, came away deeply impressed, suggesting that 007 First Light is shaping up to be far more than a simple extension of IO Interactive’s famous Hitman series. The preview hinted that the game could potentially stand as the ultimate composite video game experience, weaving together the many threads of the James Bond mythos into an interactive adventure.
(Source: EuroGamer)
