An unexpected delay has been announced for 007 First Light, a highly anticipated game developed by IO Interactive, the studio behind the successful Hitman series. The studio officially announced today that the release date for the game, which will allow us to delve into the roots of Agent 007, has been pushed back by two months. Originally scheduled for release in March, the game has been shifted to May due to the schedule change.
New Release Date and Supported Platforms
According to information shared by IO Interactive management, the new release date is May 27, 2026. This two-month deviation from the initially targeted March 27, 2026, is attributed to the studio’s desire to maintain quality standards. The game will be available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles, as well as on PC via both Steam and the Epic Games Store. Most notably, the game will also be released on Nintendo’s next-generation console, the Switch 2, on the same day.
In their message, the development team describes 007 First Light as their most ambitious project to date. IO Interactive stated that they want to offer players an unforgettable James Bond experience filled with breathtaking action scenes, global espionage operations, and iconic car chases, and therefore don’t want to rush the release. They explained that the extra time is necessary to ensure a flawless experience on launch day, thanks to the freedom afforded by being an independent developer and publisher.
While the delay news disappointed fans, the technical details from the studio are promising. They stated that the game is currently fully playable from start to finish. They emphasized that the extra two months will only be used for polishing and improving the experience. The game, which will tell the story of James Bond’s journey to achieving 00 status, is being touted by fans as the most comprehensive 007 game in years.
So, do you think it’s better to delay a game to ensure a flawless release, or to release it on time, even if it has some flaws? Share your thoughts in the comments!
