While the identity of the new James Bond keeps movie fans guessing, gamers have an exciting announcement to look forward to. The debut trailer for “007 First Light,” the upcoming James Bond video game, has been released, and fans are already drawing comparisons to “Uncharted.”
On June 4, Sony held its State of Play broadcast, showcasing a variety of trailers and updates for upcoming PS5 games. Among the highlights was IO Interactive’s James Bond game, which featured a three-minute announcement trailer revealing the studio’s unique take on the iconic MI6 agent.
1. James Bond 007 First Light Trailer
The trailer introduces a young James Bond, 26 years old, tracing his journey from orphanhood at the age of 11 to life in British boarding schools, service in the Royal Navy, and ultimately his recruitment into MI6. Lennie James joins the cast as Bond’s mentor, John Greenway.
In this early chapter of Bond’s career with MI6, we see him interact with reimagined versions of iconic characters such as M, Q, and Moneypenny. The gameplay promises a thrilling mix of stealth, hand-to-hand combat, gadgetry, and disguises, with missions unfolding in various stunning locations around the globe.
2. Fan Reaction to the Trailer
Fans quickly reacted to the trailer on X, noticing that the animated James Bond bears a resemblance to actor Tom Cruise. One user wrote, “That’s Ethan Hunt,” referencing Cruise’s character from Mission: Impossible.
One user asked, “Why does Bond look like Tom Cruise?” Some people compared the game’s Bond to a mix of Henry Cavill and Cruise. Another person said, “I was thinking Craig plus Cruise. But this works too,” referring to former Bond actor Daniel Craig.
3. When will 007 First Light be released?
007 First Light is set to hit the shelves in 2026, making its debut on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X, and the Nintendo Switch 2. While an exact release date hasn’t been announced yet, fans will need to hang tight a bit longer to catch a glimpse of the game in action.
4. About 007 First Light
007 First Light is a new action-adventure game made by IO Interactive, with permission from Amazon MGM Studios, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, and Eon Productions. It is based on the James Bond franchise and will tell an original story inspired by Ian Fleming’s books and the long-running movie series. The game will explore James Bond’s early days as he takes on a mission to earn his license to kill.
The game is set to be released in 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S.
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