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Winners of the UK Best Places To Work Awards 2026 revealed
The UK Best Places to Work Awards 2026 recognized 25 companies for excellence in staff support, with special awards given to Dink, Hangar 13, Jagex, NaturalMotion Games, Rare, and Snap Finger Click. The awards ceremony followed the GamesIndustry.biz HR Summit, highlighting studios that excel in creating positive work environments.
10 great games to grab during the Steam Autumn Sale 2026
The Steam Autumn Sale 2026 is offering significant discounts on a variety of PC games, with a focus on horror-adjacent titles due to the Halloween season. The sale features ten top picks, all at their lowest prices ever on Steam, including "007 First Light," "Sons of the Forest," and "Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth." The sale concludes on October 8, 2026.
9 new 2026 games on sale in the Steam Autumn Sale
The Steam Autumn Sale features discounts on numerous games, including several released in 2026. Notable titles on sale include Resident Evil Requiem, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and Xenonauts 2, with some experiencing significant price drops from their launch or original prices.
007 First Light Extended Operations free DLC brings new missions, weapons, NG+ & more
IO Interactive has released a free DLC called Extended Operations for 007 First Light, adding new missions, TacSim activities, weapons, outfits, and a New Game+ mode. The update also includes a Photo Mode and is available on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5.
Free 007 First Light DLC adds Aston Martin missions and a New Game+ mode
The first major DLC for 007 First Light, titled Extended Operations, is now available for free. It adds four new missions featuring the Aston Martin Valhalla, an additional mission at the Pearl resort, new weapons, costumes, and the highly requested New Game+ and photo modes. A new '00' difficulty option is also included for a greater challenge.
007 First Light Gets Free Extended Operations DLC | Invision Game Community
IO Interactive and Amazon MGM Studios have released Extended Operations, a free DLC for 007 First Light. The update adds New Game+, a new 00 difficulty mode, improved weapon animations, Photo Mode, and new TacSim content including the Valhalla Protocol missions and a Vietnam mission. This substantial free update offers players more reasons to return to the game, especially those seeking a greater challenge.
007 First Light's first free DLC 'brings over 700 fixes and improvements' alongside New Game Plus, Photo…
IO Interactive has released the first free DLC, Extended Operations, for 007 First Light, alongside update 1.3.0. This update introduces highly requested features like New Game Plus and Photo Mode, a new "00" difficulty level, and a new mission. The DLC also includes over 700 fixes and improvements, refined weapon handling, and new cosmetic items.
007 First Light’s Extended Operations Trailer Previews James Bond’s New Adventure
IO Interactive has released the 'Extended Operations' free DLC for 007 First Light, adding new missions, modes like New Game+ and a 00 difficulty, Photo Mode, weapons, and outfits. The update also includes the Valhalla Protocol with new races and TacSim content. The game has sold over 4 million units and is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
007 First Light’s Free Update Gives Bond New Ways To Play
007 First Light has received a free 'Extended Operations' update, adding New Game+, a new 00 difficulty, a Photo Mode, fresh TacSim missions, and improved weapon handling. The update also includes the Aston Martin Valhalla for use in specific missions. This substantial free upgrade aims to give players new reasons to return to the game.
007 First Light gets free new DLC today, adding New Game Plus and Photo modes, new TacSim missions and more
IO Interactive has released a free 'Extended Operations' DLC for 007 First Light, adding highly requested features like New Game Plus, a harder '00' difficulty, and a photo mode. The update also includes improved weapon handling and new TacSim missions, serving as a thank you to players.
007 First Light’s Free Expansion Gives Bond A Driving License To Kill
IO Interactive has released a major free update called Extended Operations for 007 First Light, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The update introduces new missions like Valhalla Protocol and Jungle Heist, a photo mode, New Game+, new weapons, outfits, and a challenging 00 difficulty mode. While the game has sold well, its Nintendo Switch 2 version has been delayed to March 2027.
007 First Light Brings New Game+, 00 Difficulty, Photo Mode and More in Biggest Update Yet
IO Interactive has released a significant free update for 007 First Light, introducing long-awaited features such as New Game+ and Photo Mode. The update, titled Extended Operations, also adds two new TacSim missions, new weapons, three new outfits, and improved weapon handling animations. The game is available on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch version planned for next year.
Housemarque and Bithell Games join Game Republic New Horizons speaker lineup, Nintendo to host open session for developers and publishers
Game Republic New Horizons has announced additional speakers for its upcoming event, including Housemarque VFX lead Robbert Groenendijk and Bithell Games director Mike Bithell. Nintendo will also host an open session for developers and publishers to discuss working with the company. The event will feature keynotes and panels on various aspects of game development, investment, and industry trends.
007 First Light Will Receive Free DLC on October 1st
IO Interactive announced that 007 First Light will receive free downloadable content on October 1st. The game has sold four million copies since its launch in late May and is available on Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, and PC. The studio is also working on a Nintendo Switch version.
James Bond Fans to Get a New Mission as 007 First Light Teases Free DLC
IO Interactive has teased a new free DLC for James Bond 007 First Light, set to arrive soon. The critically acclaimed title, which has sold over 4 million units, will receive new content, following the developer's history of supporting games like Hitman: World of Assassination. The game is available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
Featuring a host of our favorite games from this year and 2 of our favorite gaming devices, you can now place your votes for the best in gaming in the Golden Joystick Awards 2026
The nominations for the 44th annual Golden Joystick Awards 2026 have been announced, with games like Resident Evil Requiem, Big Walk, and 007 First Light receiving multiple nods across 21 categories. Voting is open until October 23, and the winners will be revealed on November 11. This year's nominations are noted for their diversity, featuring both indie hits and AAA blockbusters.
UK software sales chart for the week ending September 26, 2026 – Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave hangs on to the top 10
The UK software sales chart for the week ending September 26, 2026, shows EA Sports FC 27 debuting at number one. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave remains in the top ten, holding the eighth position.
Here is the full line-up for the GamesIndustry.biz HR Summit 2026
The GamesIndustry.biz HR Summit 2026, scheduled for October 1 in London, has announced its full line-up of speakers and sessions. The event will feature keynotes from industry leaders discussing topics such as AI in HR, neurodiversity, workplace culture, and effective leadership. The summit will conclude with the Best Places to Work Awards.
IO Interactive "had no choice" but to delay Switch 2 launch of 007 First Light for a third time
IO Interactive has announced a third delay for 007 First Light on the Nintendo Switch 2, with the game now slated for a March 2027 release. Technical producer Cristina Vega stated the decision was made to ensure the game is released in its most polished form, despite the disappointment for fans. Vega also detailed compromises made for the Switch 2 version, aiming to maintain an experience close to PC where possible.
007 First Light Dev Says It Had “No Choice” But To Delay The Game’s Switch 2 Edition Again
IO Interactive's technical producer, Cristina Vega, stated that the studio had "no choice" but to delay the Nintendo Switch 2 edition of 007 First Light again, now to March 2027. This decision was made due to the development team needing a break and marketing requests, aiming to deliver a polished experience. Vega also confirmed that the Switch 2 version will have some technical compromises, such as reduced object detail and fewer NPCs, but core gameplay will remain identical.
