James Bond 007 First Light: sales, update & sequel talks

Timeline

1. 4 days ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 6 sources

   IO Interactive launches 007 First Light’s major patch, fixing 200+ issues and dropping Denuvo DRM

   IO Interactive’s 1.1.0 patch for 007 First Light, released July 24, fixes over 200 bugs, adds two TacSim missions and new gear, removes Denuvo DRM from PC, and ranges from 1.4 GB to 23.8 GB in size.

2. 6 days ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 8 sources

   IO Interactive releases 007 First Light “Behind Enemy Lines” update

   IO Interactive released the 1.1.0 “Behind Enemy Lines” update for 007 First Light, adding new TacSim missions, weapons, outfit and fixing over 200 issues.

3. 7 days ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 15 sources

   007 First Light gets first content update as Amazon hints at possible sequel

   007 First Light receives a major 1.1.0 update with new TacSim missions, weapons and an outfit, while Amazon Gaming’s Jeff Gattis says a sequel is realistic but undecided.

4. 12 days ago

   [BUSINESS] 3 sources

   German Game Market: 007 First Light Hits #3 in 2026 Half‑Year Sales

   In Germany's H1 2026 game sales, Resident Evil Requiem leads, Forza Horizon 6 is second, and James Bond title 007 First Light jumps to third despite a late‑May launch, highlighting swift market impact.

5. 13 days ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources

   IO Interactive trims gadget excess in 007: First Light, focusing on espionage

   IO Interactive scaled back a planned ensemble cast and extreme gadgetry in 007: First Light, opting for tighter espionage gameplay, while retaining future gadget ideas.

6. about 1 month ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

   James Bond game '007 First Light' set for May 2026 launch on major consoles

   IO Interactive's *007 First Light* will launch on 27 May 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with a later Switch release, expanding the James Bond franchise into interactive storytelling.

7. about 1 month ago

   [BUSINESS] 5 sources

   Disney eyed James Bond franchise before Amazon took control

   Bob Iger revealed Disney once targeted James Bond for acquisition alongside Marvel and Star Wars, but Amazon ultimately secured the franchise in 2025.

8. about 1 month ago

   [BUSINESS] 3 sources

   Disney’s missed deals: Apple merger talks collapse and James Bond franchise slip

   Bob Iger said Apple‑Disney merger talks fell apart due to lack of interest and that Disney also missed acquiring the James Bond franchise, now owned by Amazon’s MGM.

9. about 1 month ago

   [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources

   IO Interactive launches 007 First Light for PC

   IO Interactive released 007 First Light on PC, featuring a James Bond origin story and a stealth‑focused “For England” mission that blends espionage, investigation and tactical combat.

10. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources

    UK video game sales chart sees 007 First Light retake top spot

    007 First Light tops the UK game sales chart, overtaking EA Sports FC 26; new entries EA Sports UFC 6 and The Adventures of Elliot debut in the top ten.

11. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources

    James Bond franchise unveils new video game and ranks its iconic film actors

    A new ranking of James Bond actors is released alongside the announcement of IO Interactive's upcoming game, '007 First Light,' featuring a young Bond’s early missions.

12. about 1 month ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    James Bond’s 007 First Light video game launches with authentic experience

    James Bond’s new game 007 First Light returns after a decade, offering an authentic origin story and detailed gameplay, released on Steam amid Amazon’s recent franchise acquisition.

13. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources

    Omega releases 007 First Light Seamaster Diver 300M chronograph

    Omega unveiled a €9,100 Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph inspired by the James Bond video game “007 First Light”, the first Bond watch based on a game and the first chronograph in the Bond Seamaster line.

14. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

    James Bond game '007 First Light' tops 3 million sales, sequel possibility discussed

    007 First Light sold over 3 million copies in two weeks, earning top‑game acclaim; Amazon's Jeff Gattis says a sequel “should be made” though no publisher is confirmed.

15. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources

    Amazon Games head Jeff Gattis says sequel for James Bond “007 First Light” is likely

    Amazon Games GM Jeff Gattis says a sequel to James Bond’s 007 First Light is likely, pending market demand and IP board approval.

16. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    James Bond video game '007: First Light' released for PlayStation 5

    IO Interactive’s '007: First Light' launches on PS5, presenting a 26‑year‑old Bond’s origin with open‑ended missions and praised storytelling, amid Amazon’s recent franchise ownership.

17. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 8 sources

    James Bond game 007 First Light sells nearly 3 million copies, Amazon to publish sequels

    007 First Light sold nearly 3 million copies in its debut week; Amazon will publish future Bond games and a year‑long content roadmap was announced.

18. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

    Amazon Secures Publishing Rights for Future James Bond Video Games

    Amazon now holds publishing rights for future James Bond video games, but no sequel is confirmed; the studio stresses a strong partnership with IO Interactive and plans cross‑media integration.

19. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 10 sources

    James Bond game “007 First Light” sells 2.7 million copies, DLC announced and Amazon to publish sequels

    ‘007 First Light’ sold 2.7 M copies in week one; Year One roadmap adds new missions, gadgets and Switch 2 version. A Bawma‑focused DLC is announced, and Amazon will publish future Bond games.

20. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources

    Amazon Game Studios to Lead Future James Bond Video Games

    Amazon Game Studios will develop future James Bond games after acquiring MGM, and IO Interactive unveiled a new DLC for 007: First Light featuring Lenny Kravitz’s Bawma.

21. about 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 4 sources

    Amazon Games to Publish Future James Bond Video Games after MGM Acquisition

    Amazon Games will publish future James Bond video games with MGM after Amazon’s 2021 acquisition, while IO Interactive may still develop them, linking the franchise to Prime Video.

22. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 10 sources

    Amazon assumes publishing control of James Bond video games

    Amazon will publish future James Bond games after acquiring MGM’s IP; IO Interactive’s 007 First Light sold 1.5 M copies and $150 M, marking a key shift in franchise control.

23. 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources

    007 First Light game showcased in German media releases

    German outlets highlighted the upcoming video game “007 First Light”, with an uncut gameplay hour and a cover story in play5 magazine.

24. 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 5 sources

    James Bond game 'First Light' launches, inspires new Omega watch

    IO Interactive’s James Bond game First Light debuts, and Omega releases a real‑world Seamaster watch modeled on the in‑game timepiece.

25. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources

    IO Interactive launches James Bond game 007 First Light amid leak and DRM debate

    IO Interactive's James Bond game 007 First Light leaked its opening 13 minutes before its 27 May 2026 launch; the studio later posted the footage, highlighting stealth‑action gameplay and confirming Denuvo DRM.

26. 2 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources

    IO Interactive unveils new engine technology for 007 First Light

    IO Interactive revealed that 007 First Light uses a new real‑time global illumination system and software‑based ray tracing optimized for all platforms.

27. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 35 sources

    Even Realities partners with IO Interactive to add G2 smart glasses to James Bond game 007 First Light

    Even Realities teams with IO Interactive to embed G2 smart glasses into the James Bond game 007 First Light.

28. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources

    IO Interactive confirms 007 First Light runs at 60 fps on PS5 Pro

    IO Interactive says 007 First Light runs at 60 fps on PS5 Pro and in Performance mode on standard PS5, with a 30 fps Quality mode.

29. 3 months ago

    [CULTURE] 15 sources

    James Bond game '007 First Light' previewed: strengths, weaknesses and campaign scope

    Previews of '007 First Light' praise its visuals while questioning its execution and campaign length.

30. 3 months ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 9 sources

    IO Interactive Confirms Late‑Summer Release for 007 First Light on Switch 2

    IO Interactive says 007 First Light’s Switch 2 version is functional and set for a late‑summer launch to ensure quality.