New James Bond game: First plot details revealed for 007 First Light
This news will shake and/or stir the Bond fandom.
The name of the next James Bond game has now been confirmed — it's called 007 First Light.
The first plot details have been revealed. And, better yet, a full reveal is coming very soon!
This new James Bond game is being developed by IO Interactive, the company behind the recent Hitman games.
They're masters in making creative sandbox games with endless options as to how you approach your missions... and now they've been given the official licence to kill.
This game was previously known by the working title 'Project 007', so it's nice to have an official title. First Light will take some getting used to, though.
On top of the name being nailed on, we also know the first plot details as of today.
"Play a James Bond origin story and #EarnTheNumber in 007 First Light," reads the official bio for the game on X (the social media platform formerly known as Twitter).
So, we know that 007 First Light is a James Bond origin story that will see the iconic spy in the early stages of his career, working to 'earn the number' of 007.
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There's plenty that we don't know at this stage — which actor will be playing James Bond in the game? Who will their face be modelled after?
Now that Daniel Craig has departed the role, the playing field is wide open for new actors to put their stamp on Bond.
Will the game have an official James Bond theme tune? We hope so! Where will it be set? Who will the villain be? And will there be any Easter eggs for hardcore fans? Will GoldenEye 64 be referenced in any way? Only time will provide the answers.
For now, we have this static image to enjoy...
The official reveal of the game is set to take place this week, with IO Interactive planning their own online showcase.
This reveal event will happen on Friday 6th June, as part Summer Game Fest in LA.
The event will happen at 6pm PDT for people in LA. Here in the UK, that translates to 2am BST on Saturday.
The stream will be available on YouTube and you can watch it live in the player below.
As the game is revealed, we'll be sure to keep you updated with all the important details.
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Rob Leane is the Gaming Editor at Radio Times, overseeing our coverage of the biggest games on PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, PC, mobile and VR. Rob works across our website, social media accounts and video channels, as well as producing our weekly gaming newsletter. He has previously worked at Den of Geek, Stealth Optional and Dennis Publishing.
