IO Interactive revealed 007 First Gentle, its upcoming action-adventure title that reimagines the origin story of James Bond, at PlayStation State of Play Wednesday. The studio debuted the primary trailer for the sport, that includes a mixture of gameplay, cutscenes and in-engine footage, showcasing Bond staples — unique areas, thrilling automotive chases and frenetic shoutouts. 007 First Gentle is coming to PC and consoles in 2026 and is at present obtainable to wishlist throughout all supported platforms.
007 First Gentle Revealed
Sony held its State of Play broadcast on June 4 (early hours of June 5 in India), bringing trailers and updates on a number of video games headed to PS5. The occasion additionally featured IO Interactive’s James Bond sport, with a three-minute-long announcement trailer sharing particulars in regards to the studio’s tackle the enduring MI6 agent.
007 First Light is a standalone reimagining of James Bond’s origin story, with a younger, 26-year-old Bond who should earn his ‘00′ standing. He begins as a brash Royal Navy air crewman within the sport earlier than reckless bravery lands him on MI6’s coaching program, the place he finally works his technique to ‘00′ standing.
“For the primary time ever, followers will be capable to expertise Bond’s ascent at MI6 from a younger 26-year-old recruit right into a full-fledged spy – immersing them within the unique and harmful world of espionage captured within the movies,” IO Interactive stated in its announcement.
“Bond’s adventures will take gamers throughout the globe, coming nose to nose with allies and foes (or in some instances, each), whereas selecting how they overcome obstacles and challenges, whether or not or not it’s with brute drive, crafty guile, or charming wit.”
Bond can be accompanied by acquainted characters from the franchise, together with allies like M, Q and Moneypenny.
007 First Gentle is a third-person action-adventure sport, in-built IO Interactive’s proprietary Glacier engine, that includes a mixture of fight, driving, stealth, and devices gameplay — glimpses of all had been proven within the trailer.
“We’re pouring our power and fervour for the franchise into making a cinematic journey that pushes the boundaries of what a James Bond sport might be, whereas telling a recent, new story. We won’t anticipate gamers and followers to find an expertise tailored for them,” IO Interative CEO Hasan Abrak stated.
007 First Gentle will launch on PC (by way of Steam and Epic Video games Retailer) PS5, Xbox Series S/X and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The sport will even be enhanced for PS5 Professional utilizing Sony’s PSSR know-how and can be playable at 60 fps in High quality Mode on the console. It’s at present obtainable to wishlist on all supported platforms.
