007 First Light, developed by IO Interactive, marks the return of James Bond to gaming, with MGM allowing creative flexibility except for a key request to avoid portraying Bond as a killing machine. The collaboration with MGM has been described as open, enabling IO Interactive to explore various creative options with valuable feedback. A live-service model may be included, akin to features in the Hitman series, offering new missions following the game's launch. The game will focus on Bond's origin adventure and is scheduled for release in 2026 on multiple platforms.
MGM has had very few requests for 007 First Light, with the main one being, 'Don't make him a killing machine.' This allowed for significant creative freedom.
IO Interactive's collaboration with MGM has been very open, with feedback allowing for multiple creative directions rather than strict rejections.
The game may incorporate live-service elements, similar to the Hitman games, providing new missions for Bond post-launch.
007 First Light is set during Bond's origin adventure, distinguishing itself from previous adaptations of the character.
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