007 First Light Achieves 500K Wishlists on Steam as Fastest IO Interactive Game

IO Interactive’s 007 First Light Surpasses 500K Wishlists on Steam

In an exciting development for fans of the iconic espionage series, IO Interactive has revealed that their highly anticipated title, 007 First Light, has garnered over 500, 000 wishlists on Steam. This achievement marks the studio’s quickest ascent to this milestone, outpacing previous titles in the acclaimed HITMAN franchise. This surge in interest is largely attributed to the powerful allure of the James Bond brand.

Exclusive Rewards for the Community

To express appreciation for the community’s enthusiasm, IO Interactive has unveiled a special reward: the Savanna Bloom skin, which will be available for players at launch. Additionally, fans can look forward to a series of animated wallpapers that will be shared soon. Excitingly, there are further ‘missions’ aimed at enticing even more gamers to wishlist the title ahead of its release:

Milestone 2: Unlock a custom gadget skin and a unique streaming overlay to enhance your gameplay experience.
Milestone 3: Obtain a Deluxe agent skin and gain access to a developer AMA session.
Milestone 4: Confidential details of this final reward remain a mystery for the time being.

A New Era in the Bond Franchise

Originally announced in late 2020 as Project 007, IO Interactive aims to establish a new gaming franchise centered on James Bond, with aspirations for a major trilogy by late 2024. The game was officially unveiled during Sony’s June 2025 State of Play event, featuring an engaging cinematic trailer.

In this compelling narrative, players will take on the role of a young, audacious James Bond as he navigates MI6’s rigorous training program. Following a heroic act, the young naval airman is recruited into the revived Double-O program. However, a mission to thwart a rogue agent takes a disastrous turn, compelling Bond to collaborate with his unwilling mentor, Greenway, to uncover a profound conspiracy aimed at destabilizing the British government.

Gameplay Experience: Choices and Strategy

007 First Light strives to serve as an origin story, chronicling the transformative journey of Bond from an aspiring recruit to the illustrious MI6 agent known for his prowess. Players will undertake missions set in stunning locations, operate classic vehicles, and embark on a cinematic adventure to track down a cunning rogue agent who remains perpetually elusive.

Emphasizing a sandbox-style gameplay reminiscent of HITMAN, players will have the flexibility to determine their approach: whether to stealthily navigate through environments or to engage in direct confrontations. Options will abound, from utilizing fists or firearms to employing gadgets for infiltration and tactical deception. Additionally, the game allows for mission replays with various modifiers to enhance replayability.

Release Date and Platforms

Fans can anticipate the launch of 007 First Light in 2026, with availability on multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, and Nintendo Switch 2.

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