Developers of 007 First Light delved into all existing Bond literature to authentically portray James Bond and perfectly capture his distinctive persona, steering clear of mere retellings.

In an exclusive interview at Gamescom 2025, Theuns Smit, IO Interactive's senior licensing producer, shared insights about their upcoming James Bond game, "007 First Light." The interview was skillfully conducted by Ali Jones for our website.

The development team behind "007 First Light" has spent a considerable amount of time delving into the extensive source material of the character, who first appeared in 1953. This wealth of material provides a rich backdrop for the developers to draw from as they aim to create a portrayal of James Bond that is unique yet infused with IO Interactive's own style.

One detail that caught the eye of fans in the previous trailer is the scar on James Bond's face. This detail, as revealed by Smit, is indeed inspired by the Ian Fleming books. The developers are also consulting the scrolls and focusing on the inherent qualities of James Bond to create an accurate and engaging portrayal in the game.

The authors of the main scripts for "007 First Light," Michael Vogt, are working tirelessly to ensure that the game stays true to the character's charm and guile, making him suitable for multiple reinventions.

"007 First Light" is expected to feature some of the largest missions that IO Interactive has ever undertaken, potentially making it one of the studio's biggest games yet. However, the developers are careful not to retell James Bond's story but rather to create a new adventure that fans will enjoy.

The developers are confident that their unique approach to the character will resonate with fans, offering a fresh take on the iconic agent while staying true to his roots. With "007 First Light," IO Interactive promises an exciting and immersive gaming experience that fans of James Bond will not want to miss.