The new James Bond game sells over one and a half million copies in its first 24 hours

- May 29, 2026
- Updated: May 31, 2026 at 5:39 PM

007 First Light was released on May 27 and has been unanimously acclaimed by critics. Praising its ability to recreate the character in a video game and provide an accessible experience for more casual players while also offering a challenging experience for those familiar with the Hitman franchise, it is set to be one of the serious contenders for game of the year. And it seems that players think the same, as it has managed to sell one and a half million copies in its first twenty-four hours.
007 cannot stop succeeding
This has made 007 First Light the fastest-selling launch in the history of IO Interactive. A feat considering that the Hitman franchise has historically performed very well.
About the game, we said it is “a proposal that offers us a different, but very current James Bond, who can captivate the audience in a way they do not expect.” Furthermore, we pointed out that “it is a millennial, irreverent, and totally contemporary James Bond,” something they also seem to be looking for in the movies. Because the rumors circulating about the new 007 movie are that they are looking for an actor under 30 years old to play James Bond. This would fit with what we have seen in this game.
007 First Light is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 in the second half of the year. With a score of 88 on OpenCritic and 87 on Metacritic, it is one of the most acclaimed games of the year. And since it seems that the movies will follow what has been seen in the video game, there is no reason for all the fans of the character not to be encouraged to try one of the most interesting games of the year.
Cultural journalist and writer with a special interest in audiovisuals and everything that can be played. I'm not here to talk about my books, but you can always ask me about them if you're curious.
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