“007 First Light” rinviato a maggio 2026 per una rifinitura extra

Artwork for 007 First Light showing young James Bond in IO Interactive’s reimagined origin story, delayed to May 27, 2026 for extra polish
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  • 007 First Light, il kolossal di IO Interactive incentrato su un giovane James Bond è stato rinviato di circa due mesi, dal 27 marzo al 27 maggio 2026, dando allo studio più margine per rifinire il suo progetto più ambizioso di sempre.
  • In un comunicato diffuso sui canali ufficiali, IO spiega che il gioco è “completamente giocabile dall’inizio alla fine” e che il rinvio serve solo a perfezionarlo, non a salvarlo in extremis, promettendo la “versione più solida possibile al lancio”.
  • Il rinvio riposiziona con discrezione Bond in calendario. First Light ora occupa l’ex finestra di fine maggio di Grand Theft Auto 6, trasformando quello che era uno scontro diretto rischioso in una pista di decollo più sgombra per uno spy thriller di fascia alta.
  • Pensato come una storia delle origini di Bond radicalmente reimmaginata, First Light affida a Patrick Gibson il ruolo di una recluta di 26 anni che si fa le ossa nell’addestramento MI6 per guadagnarsi lo status di 00, con pilastri come M, Q e Moneypenny accanto a nuovi volti come il mentore John Greenway e l’enigmatico Bawma.
  • Il gameplay esalta il DNA di IO fatto di infiltrazione silenziosa e grandi set piece spettacolari. I giocatori possono agire in modo silenzioso o a tutto volume, rimbalzando tra resort in Slovacchia e gala a Kensington, destreggiandosi tra corpo a corpo, sparatorie, inseguimenti in auto cinematografici e infiltrazioni scandite dai gadget.
  • Sul fronte dello stile, il progetto sembra un vero reboot di Bond nel mondo dei videogiochi: una continuity originale, edizioni da collezione e un worldbuilding sontuoso che ingloba la supercar Valhalla di Aston Martin e un cast stellare che include Lenny Kravitz nei panni di Pirate King Bawma.
  • Per un pubblico cresciuto con GoldenEye e Hitman, questo breve rinvio sembra meno un campanello d’allarme e più l’ultima rifinitura su quello che potrebbe diventare il James Bond videoludico di riferimento di questa generazione.
 

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Polygon

The new 007 game just got delayed

IO Interactive delays young James Bond game 007 First Light from March 27 to May 27, 2026, for extra polish. It’s an original origin story starring Patrick Gibson, with Lenny Kravitz as the villain. Launching on Switch 2, PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X.

engadget

IO Interactive's 007 First Light has been delayed until May 27

IO Interactive’s James Bond game 007 First Light slips from March to May 27, 2026. Studio says the title is fully playable but needs more polish. First Bond game in over a decade, from the Hitman devs, starring Patrick Gibson and Lenny Kravitz.

Movieweb

James Bond Reboot Suffers Disappointing Setback

007 First Light, the next Bond video game, is delayed two months to May 27, 2026. IO Interactive cites quality and polish, calling it their most ambitious project, promising “breathtaking action, globe-trotting, spycraft, gadgets, car chases, and more.”

TweakTown

New James Bond game 007: First Light delayed to May 2026

IO Interactive delays 007 First Light to May 27, 2026 across PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Switch 2. Studio stresses it’s fully playable and the extra time is for polish, highlighting its status as an independently developed, prestige Bond project.

Stevivor

007 First Light delayed to May 2026

IO Interactive moves 007 First Light’s release to May 27, 2026, echoing a statement that it’s the studio’s most ambitious project and already fully playable. Extra time is for polish and refinement, with more reveals promised early next year.

Techloy

IO Interactive Delays 007: First Light to May 2026

Techloy reports IO Interactive pushes 007: First Light to May 27, 2026. The Bond game is fully playable; delay focuses on polish. Article details pre-order bonuses, $299.99 premium edition, and cast including Patrick Gibson, Lennie James and Lenny Kravitz.

ComingSoon.net

007 First Light Release Date Delayed for Video Game

IO Interactive confirms 007 First Light slides from March 27 to May 27, 2026. Statement repeats that it’s the studio’s most ambitious project and fully playable, with extra time used to polish and refine for long-term success.

TechRaptor

007 First Light Release Date Delayed to May | TechRaptor

TechRaptor covers IO Interactive’s announcement that 007 First Light is now due May 27, 2026. IO calls it their most ambitious project and says the game is fully playable, with the delay focused on polish and refining the experience.

N News Flash

007 First Light Release Date Delayed To May 2026

News Flash relays IO Interactive’s full statement on delaying 007 First Light to May 27, 2026. The team stresses the game is fully playable and the extra two months will be used to polish and refine for the “strongest possible version” at launch.

The Outerhaven

007 First Light Gets Delayed By Two Months | The Outerhaven

The Outerhaven reports 007 First Light slips to May 27, 2026, after an official Twitter statement from IO Interactive. Notes the game’s pre-00 setting, mix of action and stealth, and likely benefit from no longer launching near GTA 6.

Gematsu

007 First Light delayed to May 27, 2026

Gematsu publishes IO Interactive’s full message on delaying 007 First Light to May 27, 2026, stressing the game is fully playable, extra time is for polish, and thanking fans for support as they prepare more updates for early 2026.

mxdwn Games

007 First Light Delayed To May 26, 2026 -

mxdwn Games covers IOI’s decision to delay 007 First Light by two months, sharing the full statement and highlighting Lenny Kravitz’s role as Pirate King Bawma, leader of arms network Aleph.

KitGuru.net

IO Interactive delays 007 First Light - KitGuru

KitGuru says IO Interactive quietly delays 007 First Light to May 27, 2026, echoing the “ensure the experience meets the level of quality” messaging. Notes it’s pitched as the first in an ongoing Bond game series.

N News Flash

James Bond Game Delayed 3 Months, Snagging GTA 6's Old Spot

News Flash syndicates Kotaku’s piece: 007: First Light moves from March 27 to May 27, 2026, grabbing GTA 6’s old date. IOI’s statement emphasizes ambition, full playability, and extra time for polish and refinement.

The Verge

007 First Light's release date gets shaken up

The Verge notes IO Interactive has delayed 007 First Light by two months to May 27, 2026. It quotes the studio’s statement about an unforgettable James Bond experience and using the extra time for polish and refinement.