New James Bond Game 007 First Light: Release Date, Trailer, Cast, And Everything Else We Know

Here is a 179-word summary of the key points from the article: IO Interactive, the studio behind Hitman, is developing a new James Bond game titled "007: First Light." The game is set to release on March 27, 2026, about two months before the anticipated launch of GTA 6. The game will feature an original story, with Irish actor Patrick Gibson playing a 26-year-old James Bond before he becomes the iconic secret agent. The cast also includes Priyanga Burford as M, Alastair Mackenzie as Q, and Kiera Lester as Moneypenny, among others. While the game will feature action and shooting, the developers aim to deliver a more well-rounded Bond experience, including traversal, social interactions, and creative problem-solving. First Light is being developed using IO's proprietary Glacier engine and is intended to kick off a new Bond game trilogy. The article also discusses the recent change in ownership of the Bond franchise, with Amazon's acquisition of MGM, and the potential impact on the game's development. Additionally, details on the upcoming 26th Bond film are provided, though key details remain unknown.