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IO Interactive is laying off staff after ending an external partnership on its upcoming Project Fantasy, but says the game remains in development and the Bond-inspired 007 First Light franchise will continue; 007 First Light has sold around 3 million copies, while Xbox emphasizes it is rebalancing investments rather than cutting overall game spending as the next Bond project remains undecided.
Digital Foundry’s PC review finds 007 First Light a solid port after patch 1.0.5 fixes the DLSS issue; performance improves with higher-end CPUs but mid-range rigs can be CPU-bound, with DLSS gains now reasonable. Start from PS5/Series X presets, adjust texture quality to match VRAM, and reduce LOD if CPU-limited; volumetrics are demanding but tunable, and 60–120fps is feasible in many scenes. The PC build still lacks XeSS/FSR4 and DRS, and would benefit from frame generation, but overall it’s a well-performing PC port worth recommending.
The Flight, the music duo behind Bond-like soundscapes, crafted the score for IO Interactive's James Bond game 007 First Light, recording 32 minutes of music in a half-day session at Abbey Road with the Chamber Orchestra of London, blending electronic textures with classic Bond motifs and designing interactive music that changes as players act in combat and stealth.
IO Interactive’s James Bond game 007 First Light has sold over 3 million copies since its May 26 launch, after moving 2.7 million in its first week. The publisher says the Bond adventure is outperforming expectations, with a Nintendo Switch 2 port planned and extensive post‑launch updates coming, while IOI is expected to remain involved in future Bond titles under Amazon MGM Studios.
A writer who quit gaming 15 years ago finds his enthusiasm reignited after the BAFTA premiere of 007 First Light; impressed by its cinematic visuals and faithful Bond vibe, he buys a PS5 and wonders if contemporary games can deliver a cinema-like experience.
IO Interactive pushes back on the claim that 007: First Light cost $200 million to develop, saying the figure covers bonuses and marketing rather than the production budget; the game has sold over 3 million and is tracking well above internal forecasts, with a Switch 2 edition due this summer and discussions of a potential sequel with Amazon MGM, likely at lower costs than the first game.
IO Interactive says 007 First Light has sold about 2.7 million copies in under two weeks and is “probably” over 3 million, with the budget reported around $200 million being an overestimate once marketing and bonuses are excluded. The company hasn’t fully recouped yet due to royalties and a live-service arrangement, but executives say the game exceeded expectations and they’re exploring future Bond-related work with Amazon beyond year one.
IO Interactive confirms 007 First Light will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 in Summer 2026, with a Year One content plan including Tactical Simulator upgrades, a new gadget (Even G2 display smart glasses), Game+, a photo mode, and a new mission featuring MI6 ally Bawma. The game has already sold over 2.7 million copies in its first week (after 1.5 million in the first 24 hours).
IO Interactive announced 007 First Light sold about 2.7 million copies in its first week (nearing 3 million) and reiterated that most Year One content will be free for owners; a New Game+ mode is planned for a future update along with post-launch missions, including an Aleph arc.
IO Interactive’s 007: First Light is a polished Bond-origin adventure that fuses Hitman-style stealth with blockbuster action in a self-contained continuity. The standout tutorial, a likable young Bond performance (Patrick Gibson), and gadget-driven infiltration (Q-Watch, Lenses, Bluff) power multiple objective approachesWithin crowded, gadget-enabled sequences. The production values are Hollywood-grade, with 60fps on PS5 Pro and flashy setpieces, and the narrative threads touch on contemporary AI themes in a convincing way. While not as open-ended as Hitman, its tight pacing and variety make for a satisfying, high-quality Bond experience, earning 8.5/10 and signaling strong potential for future installments.
Amazon Game Studios says it's too early to discuss future James Bond video games, but confirms a strong relationship with IO Interactive and that more content is planned for 007 First Light. IO will reveal more about the project soon, and Switch 2 is targeted for Summer 2026, indicating IO's continued role with Amazon handling publishing rights.
Resident Evil Requiem emerged as SGF 2025’s standout hit, with 007 First Light and Arc Raiders delivering solid performances, while MindsEye and Splitgate 2 underperformed and Last Flag faded after launch; Mina the Hollower exceeded indie expectations, and Deadpool VR’s studio closure added a somber note to the year’s reveals.
IO Interactive may not get to develop the 007 First Light sequel, as Amazon Games and MGM signal future Bond game projects will be produced in-house—likely by MGM and/or Amazon Game Studios. While Amazon’s track record includes cancellations, the company aims to expand Bond IP across TV, movies and games, showing a broader strategy for leveraging the franchise.
Amazon MGM holds rights to future James Bond games and may publish them, but IO Interactive is expected to remain the developer; the exact publishing arrangement is not finalized yet and more details will be announced, following the success of 007 First Light.
In just over a week since launch, 007 First Light has sold through about 2.2 million copies across PS5, Steam and Xbox, generating roughly $150 million in revenue. May sales saw 1 million PS5 copies with around 80% digital; the platform split so far is 55.1% PS5, 33.1% Steam, and 11.8% Xbox. About two-thirds of players are based in North America or Western Europe, while Steam's PC audience includes a notable China share at roughly 17.3%. IO Interactive plans post-launch updates and is already working on another project not tied to Bond or Hitman.