At Summer Game Fest, IO Interactive revealed the first year of content planned for 007 First Light, which brings back Lenny Kravitz’s character Bawma in a brand-new mission. It’s been an impressive few weeks for 007 First Light as the game not only racked up plenty of positive buzz from critics and fans, but it has apparently sold very well to help put the Bond franchise back on the map after a number of uneven releases.
It’s an interesting time for 007 First Light, as the game has proven to be a big success for IO Interactive, who has taken on both the development and publishing side. However, that success may have proven to be a double-edged sword, as new James Bond IP holder Amazon could be planning to step in. While the deal for 007 First Light happened prior to Amazon’s purchase of the IP, the company has already begun speaking about the future of the series, confirming that any future games or potential First Light sequels will be handled by MGM and “theoretically, by Amazon Game Studios.” What that means for IO Interactive is anyone’s guess, but for now, there appears to be a bright future for 007 First Light fans.
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007 First Light Year 1 DLC Plans
Joining Summer Game Fest, IO Interactive was on hand to reveal its post-launch plans for 007 First Light, which includes a wealth of content for players. In addition to new features like New Game+ and a dedicated Photo Mode, IO confirmed the first post-launch mission coming to the game, which sees the return of Lenny Kravitz’s Bawma in Mauritania. While not being quite as featured as many likely thought following the announcement of the character back in December, Bawma may finally be getting a bigger spotlight with this DLC. The leader of the pirate nation requests the help of MI6, leading James Bond back into the lion’s den to help take care of a sensitive matter.
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However, 1 new mission is just the tip of the iceberg for what fans can expect. Missions director Dominic Vega introduced the team’s full plans over the next year, including an expansion of 007 First Light‘s TacSim game mode with new missions, challenges, and maps. One in particular was having players battle in the Q-Lab, while another saw players racing a special vehicle through the roads of Slovakia. The Pearl level, set in Vietnam, will also have a new villain taking over the resort, where players will need to use their wits to overcome the threat in time.
Q Lab is also adding a new pair of glasses, the G2 gadget. IO wasn’t quite ready to reveal what they’ll do, only teasing that they’ll open new gameplay opportunities and continue to power new creative freedom. There will also be new opportunities to utilize the game’s vehicles in new ways. Fans looking for more freebies should circle October 5 on their calendar as the roadmap even teases a James Bond Day Reward as well.
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The trailer also addressed the delayed Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light, reinforcing that it is still coming and will launch sometime during the first year. Unfortunately, this version was delayed into Summer 2026, with little details provided about its progress and leaving fans a bit worried. However, IO Interactive CEO Hakan Abrak has continued to talk up the Switch 2 version, confirming that Bond has a special place on Nintendo and that he’ll do everything he can to make sure that version is in great shape.
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May 27, 2026
- ESRB
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Teen / Blood, Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence, In-Game Purchases