IO Interactive is set to give fans a sneak peek at James Bond’s first mission with an action-packed showcase for 007 First Light.
Just when you think Sony can’t surprise you anymore, they come up with something to prove you wrong—this time, with a special State of Play event dedicated entirely to 007 First Light. Many of you out there may be wondering if this is Sony’s big September showcase, but no, it’s not.
It is important to note that this isn’t the major event the company has in store for us. Sony has been running these focused State of Plays for a few years now, typically highlighting major third-party titles.
Industry insider Jeff Grubb recently mentioned that Sony still has a bigger event, perhaps a PlayStation Showcase or another State of Play, planned for the end of the month. So, while this dedicated Bond event is exciting, it’s not the “main” event just yet.
The upcoming State of Play surrounding 007 First Light promises a deep dive into James Bond’s early adventures. IO Interactive, the team behind the game, will reveal new gameplay footage that showcases the action and adventure fans have been eagerly awaiting.
The live broadcast will be available on PlayStation’s Twitch and YouTube channels on September 3, with multiple time slots that will vary region-wise. For those who have been following the game, June’s State of Play provided our first glimpse of 007 First Light, showcasing IO Interactive’s adaptation of the iconic spy game Bond in the reveal trailer.
If that was already not enough, this new event will go even further, offering over 30 minutes of gameplay that walks viewers through Bond’s first mission as an MI6 recruit. What we can expect is uncertain, but if you know James Bond, you know there will be suspense, intense shootouts, and the icing on the cake: high-speed car chases.
What makes us even more excited for this State of Play is the insight from the developers themselves. After the gameplay showcase, IO Interactive will walk you through the design and mechanics behind these action-packed sequences. It’s not just a peek at gameplay; it’s a behind-the-scenes look at the thought and care that brought our favorite spy extraordinaire, James Bond, into the gaming world.
Fans of the franchise have plenty to be excited about. 007 First Light is shaping up to be a standout entry for both Bond fans and action-adventure gamers alike. For longtime fans, no questions asked, this State of Play is definitely worth checking out. But as for the newbies, you might come across the perfect leeway into the action-adventure genre in 007 First Light.
With 30 minutes of action to follow, our wistful eyes will be firmly set on this particular State of Play. The next few weeks could be some of the most exciting yet for James Bond fans.
