Next James Bond adventure gets new 2026 release date as delay announced | Films | Entertainment

Denis Villeneuve may be directing the next James Bond movie, but another official 007 adventure is set to release first.

IO Interactive were set to debut 007 First Light in March next year, rebooting Bond as a 26-year-old just out of the Navy.

But now the upcoming action video game starring Patrick Gibson as Bond has been delayed by two months.

The company made the announcement today on social media: “Hello everyone, Today, we are sharing an update regarding 007 First Light, as we have decided to move the game’s release by two months, to the 27th of May 2026.”

IO Interactive continued: “007 First Light is our most ambitious project to date, and the team has been fully focused on delivering an unforgettable James Bond experience, bringing together breathtaking action, globe-trotting, spycraft, gadgets, car chases, and more. As an independent developer and publisher, this decision allows us to ensure the experience meets the level of quality you players deserve on day one. The game is progressing well and is fully playable from beginning to end, so these additional two months will allow us to further polish and refine the experience, ensuring we deliver the strongest possible version at launch. We’re confident this sets 007 First Light up for long-term success, and we sincerely appreciate the patience and continued support we’ve received ever since we revealed the game. We look forward to sharing more updates regarding 007 First Light in early 2026. Thank you again for your support.”