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Get ready for an exciting deep dive into 007 First Light on September 3rd at 8 PM, as Sony's exclusive State of Play event promises to reveal captivating details about the game's first mission, blending social infiltration, iconic chase sequences, and intense action scenes inspired by Hitman and Uncharted!

Sophie Laurent · 3 min read

Sony's Summer Game Fest 2025 State of Play Highlights Upcoming 007 First Light Deep Dive

Last June, Sony held an early State of Play event, preceding Geoff Keighley's major summer showcase. Now, Sony's gaming division is preparing for another conference, structured similarly to its dedicated Ghost of Tsushima show. This upcoming event, referred to as the "Summer Game Fest 2025 State of Play," is slated to feature one of June 2025's biggest announcements. A State of Play event, also called the "June 2025 State of Play," previously unveiled several major titles. These included Silent Hill F, Pragmata, Suda51's next game, Nioh 3, and 007 First Light. Separately, Sony officially confirmed Silent Hill F, Pragmata, Nioh 3, and IO Interactive's Hitman via its X account and PlayStation Blog. Following Ghost of Tsushima's dedicated State of Play prior to its October 2nd release, 007 First Light is now set to receive its own spotlight on PlayStation. A 30-minute Deep Dive, showcasing gameplay from 007 First Light, is scheduled for September 3rd at 8 PM. This special event will be broadcast on the official PlayStation Twitch and YouTube channels, with further details available on the PlayStation Blog.

Deep Dive into 007 First Light: Unveiling the Intricate Mission Details

The Deep Dive will offer a first look at the game's initial mission. Viewers can expect elements inspired by social infiltration from recent Hitman games, action-packed chase sequences reminiscent of the James Bond universe, and intense, high-stakes moments. Tune in for all the details.

In Case You Missed It

Exciting news for all gaming enthusiasts out there! PlayStation and IO Interactive are teaming up to bring us a State of Play event focusing on the highly anticipated game 007: First Light. Join Ahmed Hassan as he breaks down everything you need to know about this thrilling new installment in the James Bond series, which promises to be an original take on the beloved character. With exclusive gameplay footage scheduled for September 3rd at 19h (Portugal Continental) or 15h (Brasília), this event is not one to miss! Additionally, Bruno Pferd’s latest piece, "Sony Announces Special State of Play Presentation Dedicated to 007 First Light," published on September 1, 2025, reveals a special event coming up on September 3rd. This exclusive State of Play presentation will delve into the upcoming game 007 First Light, offering a peek at Bond’s thrilling first mission as an MI6 recruit. From high-speed car chases to stealthy foot sequences and intense shootouts, this sneak preview is not one to miss. Tune in on PlayStation Twitch and YouTube channels for all the action! If you're a fan of espionage and video games, don't miss Carlos Mendoza's exciting blog post from August 8th, "007 First Light Most Wished for by IO Interactive on Steam." This piece delves into the record-breaking success of the highly anticipated game, which has already captured the hearts of half a million gamers eager to see James Bond's early days. With exclusive rewards and collaborations with MGM to shape Bond’s character in a fresh light, this title is setting new standards in the gaming industry. Dive into the action-packed details 007 State of Play Announced for Ahmed's insights and check out Bruno’s full article at Sony Announces Special State of Play Presentation Dedicated to 007 First Light for more on the State of Play event, while you can explore all the excitement around 007 First Light at 007 First Light Most Wished for by IO Interactive on Steam!

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Game info

Official Name
007: First Light
Brief Summary
007 First Light is a brand new James Bond video game to be developed and published by IO Interactive. Featuring a wholly original Bond story, players will step into the shoes of the world's favorite Secret Agent to earn their 00 status in the very first James Bond origin story.
Platforms
PlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S
Released
December 31, 2026
Genre
Adventure
Play Modes
Single player
Languages
Chinese (Simplified), English, French, Korean
Genre
IO Interactive
Genre
IO Interactive

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