007 First Light Release Date: 10 Things To Know Before Launch

InnovationGaming007 First Light Release Date: 10 Things To Know Before LaunchByBrian Mazique,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brian Mazique has covered combat sports and video games since 2011.Follow AuthorMay 16, 2026, 12:38am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.007 First LightCredit: IO InteractiveWhile everyone is talking about Grand Theft Auto 6 and Forza Horizon 6, and rightfully so, 007 First Light is nearing release and it may be flying under the radar. We're 12 days from launch and there's at least 10 things you should know before the game releases.1. When Does 007 First Light Release And On What Platforms?May 27, 2026 is the date and this one has everyone covered at launch, with the exception of the Nintendo Switch 2. PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC players will all get the game day one across Steam, Epic, Xbox/PC and ROG Ally / Ally X.The Switch 2 version is scheduled for later in summer 2026 with no fixed day yet announced. IO Interactive has also confirmed the game has officially gone gold, which means the May 27 date is locked.MORE FOR YOU2. Why Was 007 First Light Delayed From March To May?The delay was scary, though it was likely a decision built on the strength of avoiding the original GTA 6 launch date. IO Interactive announced the two-month push in December 2025, moving the game from March 27 to May 27 and citing additional polish time.Going head-to-head with Grand Theft Auto 6 — even before Rockstar’s own delay shifted GTA 6 to November — would have been a brutal calendar collision. The May 27 move buys IO breathing room and a less crowded release window. if (!window.cnxel) { window.cnxel = {}; window.cnxel.cmd = []; var iframe = document.createElement('iframe'); iframe.style.display = 'none'; iframe.onload = function() { var iframeDoc = iframe.contentWindow.document; var script = iframeDoc.createEl...