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007 First Light
2026 · PC · PlayStation 5 · Xbox Series X|S · Nintendo Switch 2 · Action-adventure · Stealth · Third-person shooter
6 scored sources · 4 countries contributing scores
Review consensus
007 First Light is a stylish, globe-trotting Bond origin story that successfully combines IO Interactive’s social stealth and improvisational design with cinematic action set pieces. Critics consistently praise its polished presentation, confident writing, Patrick Gibson’s youthful Bond, satisfying melee combat, gadgets, and flexible infiltration missions. The weaker elements are less consistent: driving is underwhelming, shootouts and fistfights can become messy, some gadgets trivialize challenges, and traversal occasionally feels dated. Bond fans, Hitman players, and anyone seeking a linear espionage blockbuster will find plenty to enjoy, especially if they also like Uncharted, Hitman: World of Assassination, or Sleeping Dogs.
Limited geographic coverage. Treat this score as an early indication.
Last researched: 2026-09-11
Pros
- Faithful and entertaining Bond origin story
- Flexible espionage missions with stealth, disguises, gadgets, and social manipulation
- Cinematic presentation, varied locations, strong acting, and memorable set pieces
- Satisfying melee combat and responsive gunplay
Cons
- Driving sections are underwhelming
- Shootouts and multi-enemy melee encounters can feel messy
- Some gadgets and spy systems trivialize obstacles
- Traversal and occasional performance issues lack polish
Review sources
7 sources found across 4 countries. This is not exhaustive worldwide coverage.
- GameSpot · United States · 80/100
- GamesRadar+ · United Kingdom
- Push Square · United Kingdom · 80/100
- TheSixthAxis · United Kingdom · 90/100
- Press Start · Australia · 90/100
- WellPlayed · Australia · 95/100
- JeuxActu · France · 95/100