Characters News

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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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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Specials

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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News

007: First Light – IOI on Storytelling and Progression

At Gamescom, we had the chance to sit down with 007: First Light Art Director Rasmus Poulsen. While the full interview will follow soon, here’s a new insight — a closer look at what IO.

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Characters News

Meet the Stars Bringing 007: First Light to Life

The latest State of Play finally delivered what many fans — myself included — had been waiting for: the official cast reveal of 007: First Light. After months of speculation about who would bring Bond’s.

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Media & Assets News

Screenshot Galleries for 007: First Light Now Online

Exciting news for all Bond fans: We’ve just published the very first two screenshot galleries on ExpectingMrBond.com! If you’re curious about the visual style and atmosphere of the upcoming game.

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Gadgets & Vehicles Speculation

What’s Under the Tarp? Decoding the Mystery Car in 007: First Light

For over six decades, James Bond and Aston Martin have been an inseparable pair—from the iconic DB5 in Goldfinger to the muscular DBS in Casino Royale. And when 007: First.

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Analysis Characters

Trading Places: The Curious Case of 009 and 007

In the world of MI6, few numbers carry as much weight as 007. But one agent has repeatedly appeared in the shadow—or in the place—of James Bond: 009. Across multiple.

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Gadgets & Vehicles

Timing Is Everything: Bond’s Mysterious New Omega Seamaster in 007: First Light

If there’s one thing James Bond never forgets, it’s his watch. And in 007: First Light, it looks like his Omega Seamasteris doing more than ever—possibly for the first time in franchise history. The trailer offers only.

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News

Blaise Metreweli Appointed First Female Chief of the Real MI6

The British government has appointed Blaise Metreweli as the new Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS)—better known as MI6, the United Kingdom’s foreign intelligence agency. This marks the first.

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Gadgets & Vehicles News

Shaken, Not Stirred? – The Brand Partners of 007: First Light

For over six decades, the James Bond franchise has done more than deliver spy thrillers. It has defined a lifestyle. Whether it’s a watch, a car, or the way he.

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Characters News

First Light’s Bond: Personality, Potential, and the People Who Shape Him

A Different Kind of Agent From the moment IO Interactive first revealed 007: First Light, it was clear this would be a different kind of Bond experience. Not just a stylish shooter or globe-trotting.

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Media & Assets News

007: First Light Revealed at PlayStation’s State of Play

The world got its first real glimpse of the new James Bond during PlayStation’s June State of Play, where IO Interactive officially revealed 007: First Light. The cinematic announcement trailer introduced a bold.

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