007 First Light | Story, Outfits, Review and Guides 2026

007 First Light is IO Interactive's origin story for James Bond, set before the man becomes the polished icon of the films. Released on May 27, 2026 across PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2, the game casts players as a young Bond earning his 007 status, blending the studio's Hitman-style systemic stealth with a narrative espionage campaign.

Rather than a linear action movie, First Light rewards improvisation. Each mission is a sandbox of guards, gadgets and misdirection, letting players go loud or ghost through an entire level. This hub collects every OriginNews guide, breakdown and news story on the game in one place.

The campaign follows Bond's first field assignment alongside his mentor, unravelling a conspiracy tied to the criminal network behind the island of Asgard. The finale's betrayal and the moment Bond finally earns the 007 number are the emotional core of the story.

For the full twist-by-twist analysis, including what the ending sets up for a sequel, read the complete ending explained.

First Light is dense with unlockable wardrobe referencing six decades of Bond cinema, many hidden behind challenge objectives rather than the main story. The full wardrobe guide lists every suit, its unlock condition, and the film references IO Interactive buried in them.

Critics largely agreed this is the strongest Bond game in years. Our full review covers how the systemic stealth design compares to GoldenEye 007 and what the campaign sacrifices to get there.

Amazon MGM's move to take publishing control of future Bond games reshapes the franchise's roadmap. The details and what they mean for a First Light sequel are broken down in our reporting on the deal.