Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 50 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 48 out of 50
  2. Negative: 0 out of 50
  1. Jun 2, 2026
    IO Interactive delivers a bold and stylish new take on James Bond, blending Hitman’s systemic design with explosive cinematic action. Despite some uneven storytelling, 007 First Light stands as one of the most entertaining action games of the year. [Recommended]
  2. Overall, 007 First Light’s a thoroughly enjoyable romp I recommend to any fan of the Bond films, games, or IO’s work on Hitman. It certainly lacks the replayability that’s long been one of the strongest points of the latter’s sandbox levels, so the ability to enjoy a more linear action world tour’s a must. Well, unless First Light’s more arcadey tactical simulation mode, which has you replay mission sections with quirky new rulesets à la Hitman’s escalations, really takes off. As of right now, though, I think the main story’ll remain First Light’s calling card.