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Embody James Bond as you play through his origin story to become the master spy in Project 007! Read on to learn how it plays, what it's about, and everything else we know so far.
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007 First Light Gameplay
007: First Light's gameplay experience combines the stealth and sandbox elements of IO Interactive's Hitman series with the cinematic action and set-piece moments of a blockbuster film. The core of the game is the "Creative Approach," which urges players to tackle missions with a variety of methods.
Players can opt for a stealthy approach, using "Spycraft" to eavesdrop, pickpocket, and gather intelligence from the environment. They can also use "Instinct," a limited resource that allows Bond to bluff his way through conversations or lure guards for a silent takedown.
When stealth fails, or in scripted moments of high action, the game seamlessly transitions into dynamic third-person combat. This includes a robust melee system with parries and throws, as well as precision gunplay. The game also features exhilarating sequences like high-speed car chases and on-foot pursuits.
Q Branch gadgets, such as hacking tools and distraction devices, are a key part of the toolkit, offering new ways to solve problems and navigate environments. This blend of open-ended espionage, cinematic combat, and scripted action ensures that players can truly embody the iconic spy and decide how they want to "Earn the Number."
007 First Light Story Plot
007: First Light is an original origin story for James Bond, created from the ground up by IO Interactive. The narrative follows a young and relatively inexperienced James Bond, voiced and motion-captured by actor Patrick Gibson, as he works to earn his legendary "00" status.
The game depicts Bond as a resourceful and sometimes reckless new recruit who is on a mission to track down a rogue agent. This central conflict, along with the story's focus on a conspiracy at the heart of the State, will mature Bond and guide his transformation into the seasoned spy people know.
The story will also introduce new interpretations of classic Bond characters, such as M, Q, and Miss Moneypenny, reimagined to help shape his early career. The developers have stated their intention for the game to be the first part of a potential trilogy, allowing players to grow with this new iteration of Bond and experience his full journey.
At the Xbox Tokyo Game Show 2025 showcase, audiences were introduced to a new character, Dr. Selina Tan, portrayed by British actress Gemma Chan.
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