IO Interactive’s latest gaming venture, 007 First Light, has made an explosive debut, selling 1.5 million units within its first 24 hours on sale. The James Bond origin story has become the fastest-selling title in the Danish developer’s history, marking a significant milestone for the studio behind the acclaimed HITMAN franchise.
The game has received widespread critical acclaim, earning an impressive 88 rating on OpenCritic and 87 on Metacritic, making it the highest-rated release from IO Interactive to date. 007 First Light puts players in the shoes of a 26-year-old James Bond as he navigates MI6’s elite training programme and transforms from Royal Navy air crewman to fully-fledged spy.
The title features an all-star cast including Patrick Gibson as Bond, alongside Priyanka Burford as M and Lennie James as mentor John Greenway. Adding to the cinematic experience, Grammy-nominated artist Lana Del Rey has collaborated with legendary Bond composer David Arnold to create the game’s official theme song, “First Light”.
Players can experience Bond’s globe-trotting adventures through IO Interactive’s signature mission design, choosing between stealth infiltration, investigation, or direct confrontation. The game incorporates cutting-edge technology including NVIDIA’s DLSS 4.5 Dynamic Multi Frame Generation for enhanced visual performance on PC.
007 First Light is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is planned for summer 2026. More information can be found at the official website: 007FirstLightGame.com
Frequently Asked Questions
What platforms is 007 First Light available on?
The game is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and Epic Games Store. A Nintendo Switch 2 version will launch later in summer 2026.
When did 007 First Light release?
007 First Light launched globally on 27th May 2026 and achieved 1.5 million units sold within its first 24 hours.
Who plays James Bond in 007 First Light?
Rising star Patrick Gibson voices James Bond in this reimagined origin story, supported by a cast including Priyanka Burford as M and Lennie James as John Greenway.
What is the critical reception of 007 First Light?
The game has received strong critical acclaim with an 88 rating on OpenCritic and 87 on Metacritic, making it IO Interactive’s highest-rated game to date.
Does 007 First Light have an original theme song?
Yes, Grammy-nominated artist Lana Del Rey collaborated with Bond film composer David Arnold to create the official theme song “First Light”.
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