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Lana Del Rey Rumoured for 007: First Light Title Song

IO Interactive Promises the Full Bond Treatment Since its announcement, IO Interactive has hinted that 007: First Light will deliver the complete Bond experience — with cinematic storytelling, an original.

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007: First Light Nominated for “Most Wanted Game” at the Golden Joystick Awards 2025

The gaming year is slowly coming to an end — and as we move toward its final stretch, two major shows will close it out: the Golden Joystick Awards in.

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The Fans Did It – 007: First Light Adds Brazilian Portuguese

For months, Brazilian Bond fans kept asking for one thing — and IO Interactive finally delivered. “Brazilian players, we heard you!” The studio has confirmed that 007: First Light will.

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Patrick Gibson Has Worked on 007: First Light for Over Four Years — New Cast Insights from TGS 2025

A special media showcase for 007: First Light took place on September 26, 2025 at United Cinema Toyosu in Tokyo, during the week of TGS 2025. Our summary focuses on.

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IO Interactive Brings 007: First Light to MCM Comic Con London

IO Interactive and MCM Comic Con London have shared a new announcement on social media: the developers of 007: First Light will host a live stage panel on Friday, October 24, at 5:15 PM. The event.

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Omega Seamaster in 007: First Light — Closer Look at the Watch and First Lines by Mackenzie as Q

To celebrate James Bond Day, IO Interactive and Omega released a brand-new video showcasing Bond’s latest Omega Seamaster — and for the first time, we get to see the watch.

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Operation Riviera in 007: First Light – What the Skin’s Name Really Means

The Third Wishlist Milestone Unlocks a Classic Bond Look Today, on James Bond Day, IO Interactive announced that 007: First Light has officially reached its third wishlist milestone, surpassing 1.25.

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Gemma Chan Revealed as Dr. Selina Tan in 007: First Light

Earlier this month, during PlayStation’s State of Play, IO Interactive introduced the actors behind several of the key characters in 007: First Light: Patrick Gibson as James Bond, Priyanga Burford.

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Specials

No Commander: Why James Bond Is an Aircrewman in 007: First Light

Last week, IO Interactive revealed in a social media post that James Bond holds the rank of Aircrewman in the Royal Navy in 007: First Light. The detail immediately caught.

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Gadgets & Vehicles Speculation

The Return of the Explosive Pen? 007: First Light’s Deluxe Edition Hints at a Classic Bond Gadget

Could one of James Bond’s most memorable gadgets from GoldenEye (1995) be making a comeback in 007: First Light? With the announcement of the Deluxe Edition, IO Interactive teased fans.

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007: First Light Embraces Hitman‘s Briefings, Drops the Disguise System

Mission Briefings – A Bond Twist on the Hitman Formula In Hitman, every mission traditionally began with Agent 47 being briefed by Diana Burnwood – her calm, precise delivery became.

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Gamescom 2025 Interview: Rasmus Poulsen on 007: First Light

At Gamescom 2025, ExpectingMrBond.com sat down with Rasmus Poulsen, Art Director at IO Interactive, to explore the creative vision behind 007: First Light. In our conversation, Poulsen explained why the team sees.

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Become an Intern at IOI – Work on 007: First Light

This is no cover story: IO Interactive is inviting fresh talent to join its ranks and help build the world of James Bond. No tuxedo required – but a sharp artistic eye.

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Grounded or Over-the-Top? Henchmen in 007: First Light

From Oddjob’s lethal bowler hat to Jaws’ steel teeth, the Bond films gave us eccentric, larger-than-life henchmen who became pop-culture icons. Importantly, these figures were creations of the movies, not.

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Confirmed: The Flight Compose the Soundtrack for 007: First Light

Few aspects of a James Bond adventure are as iconic as its music. From Monty Norman’s unforgettable James Bond Theme to John Barry’s sweeping orchestrations, sound has always defined the Bond experience. As reported by Eurogamer.net, IO Interactive has entrusted.

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