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IGN goes hands-on with 007 First Light in final preview
IGN has provided a hands-on preview of 007: First Light, highlighting a blend of stealth, fist fighting, and gadget use alongside firefights. The game is described as a mix of Hitman, Uncharted, and Watch Dogs, with players experiencing sections in Iceland and Malta. The Nintendo Switch version is delayed to summer, while other platforms will see the game released on May 27th.
007 First Light perfectly balances cinematic Bond action with Hitman's signature sandbox freedom
007 First Light aims to balance cinematic James Bond action with the sandbox freedom of the Hitman series. The preview highlights how players can approach objectives through stealth, impersonation, or direct confrontation, with combat feeling more action-oriented than in Hitman. Gadgets and realistic animations enhance the immersive experience, suggesting a successful blend of the two gameplay styles.
Legendary Deus Ex and Thief director Warren Spector is back with a new game — it’s a stealth-heist-em-up called Thick as Thieves, and even the price is a steal at just five bucks on Steam
Legendary Deus Ex and Thief director Warren Spector is returning with a new game called Thick as Thieves, a solo and co-op stealth-heist game set in a fictional Scottish city. The game will launch for PC on May 20, 2026, with a surprisingly low price of $4.99 / £4.99. It features two large maps, 16 missions, and dynamic elements designed for replayability, with plans for future content updates.
007 First Light Preview - So You Want Me to Be Half-Monk, Half-Hitman?
IO Interactive's upcoming game, 007 First Light, aims to capture the essence of James Bond with a blend of stealth, action, and improvisation, differentiating itself from the developer's Hitman series. The preview highlights a more charismatic and bold approach for Bond, with dynamic environmental destruction and nuanced gadget usage. The game is set to release on May 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.
007: First Light hands-on report — using stealth, action, and charm to become a legendary spy
IO Interactive's upcoming game, 007: First Light, aims to capture the essence of James Bond by blending stealth, action, and charm. The preview showcased three missions that highlight the game's focus on improvisation, gadget use, and a narrative delving into Bond's origins. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5 on May 27.
007 First Light hands-on: "Explosive action, creative bluffs, and cinematic storytelling – the Hitman developer might have made the best Bond game ever"
IO Interactive's upcoming game, 007 First Light, offers a hands-on preview of its blend of explosive action, stealth, and cinematic storytelling, drawing comparisons to the Hitman series. Players will guide a young James Bond through missions with multiple paths and creative solutions, utilizing gadgets and bluffing mechanics. The game is set to release on May 27, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version to follow.
007 First Light Preview - IO Interactive Might Be The Perfect Bond Studio
IO Interactive's upcoming game, 007 First Light, is shaping up to be the James Bond title fans have been waiting for, offering a story-driven experience with strong action and set-piece moments. The preview highlights Bond's early days as a 00 agent, showcasing nimble traversal, strategic combat, and a believable portrayal of the character. The game utilizes the Glacier engine, similar to Hitman, but focuses on a more dynamic and responsive gameplay style with a strong emphasis on non-lethal takedowns and emergent gameplay possibilities.
007 First Light: A Full Debrief After 3 Hours with IO's New James Bond Game
IO Interactive's upcoming training simulation, 007 First Light, offers a curated three-hour preview focusing on stealth and problem-solving. The game draws heavy inspiration from the Hitman series, emphasizing player adaptation and iteration through various operations set in Iceland, Malta, and London. While combat is present, the core gameplay loop prioritizes social stealth, environmental interaction, and strategic decision-making over direct confrontation.
After 3 hours with 007 First Light, IO's weaknesses are on display in a way they haven't been since Hitman:…
A preview of IO Interactive's upcoming game, 007 First Light, reveals a more linear and cinematic experience compared to their Hitman series. While featuring some sandbox elements and engaging melee combat, the game's stealth mechanics and gadget usage feel underdeveloped and archaic. The preview highlights a creative boss fight but ultimately suggests IO Interactive may not be leveraging its strengths effectively.
007 First Light passes the James Bond authenticity test - hands-on preview
007 First Light, the first James Bond game in 14 years from developer IO Interactive, aims for high authenticity to the franchise's mythos. This preview highlights the game's blend of stealth, action, and platforming, drawing comparisons to the Uncharted series and IO Interactive's own Hitman. The game features a young James Bond, portrayed by Patrick Gibson, and emphasizes earning the iconic Bond theme through gameplay progression.
Dinosaur stealth survival horror game Wilderdark announced for PC
Team Junkfish, the developer behind the Monstrum series, has announced Wilderdark, a new first-person stealth survival horror game. The title is currently in development for PC.
The Final Chapter Unfolds In The Coma 3: Bloodlines
The Coma 3: Bloodlines, the final installment in the survival horror series, has been released on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation, and PC for £11.99. Developed by Dvora Studio and published by Headup, this 2D horror game emphasizes stealth and evasion as players navigate an eerie mirror dimension inspired by South Korean folklore. The game introduces three playable characters whose stories intertwine to conclude the long-running narrative.
007 First Light Could Be 2026's Game Of The Year And The Best Bond Game Ever
007 First Light, developed by IO Interactive, aims to be the best James Bond game ever made by blending cinematic storytelling with the sandbox gameplay of the Hitman series. The preview highlights a mix of linear action sequences and open-ended stealth sections, featuring a younger James Bond navigating early missions with a combination of charm, gadgets, and combat.
007 First Light Could Be 2026's Game Of The Year?
IO Interactive's upcoming James Bond game, 007 First Light, is shaping up to be a standout title, potentially becoming one of the best games of the year and the best James Bond game ever. The developer is leveraging its extensive experience from the Hitman series to create a compelling Agent 007 experience.
The Voyager – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
The Voyager is a first-person narrative adventure game where players embody an inventor who travels between parallel worlds to uncover a disturbing threat known as the Krags. The gameplay blends environmental challenges, horror, FPS, stealth, and puzzle elements, with a narrative that unfolds through exploration, dreams, and journal entries. Beta sign-ups are currently open.
The Thick as Thieves campaign will be 'at least four hours' in length, which is pretty short, but on the upside it's a whole lot cheaper than I ever would've guessed
Otherside Entertainment announced that their upcoming stealth heist game, Thick as Thieves, will launch on May 20 for PC at a price of $5. The initial campaign is expected to be at least four hours long and will serve as an introduction to the game's world. The developers, including industry veterans Paul Neurath and Warren Spector, aim to attract players with the low price point and gather feedback for future content development.
EONA Thanks Its Community After the GMIF26 Highlight with a New Trailer Focused on Its Environments
SUPER AC has released a new trailer for their upcoming action-adventure horror game EONA, focusing on its environments and artistic direction. The trailer was revealed following the game's presentation at Game Made In France 2026, which featured streamer Trinity. EONA is set to launch on PC in Summer 2026 and is available to wishlist on Steam and the Epic Games Store.
CI Games confirm the next Sniper Ghost Warrior game is still in the works
CI Games CEO Marek Tyminski confirmed that a new installment in the Sniper Ghost Warrior franchise is in development. The statement, accompanying the company's financial reports, also highlighted the progress of Lords of the Fallen II, which is targeting a 2026 release. While the exact form of the next Sniper Ghost Warrior game remains unconfirmed, a 2027 release window is plausible.
MindsEye's mission about Build a Rocket Boy's alleged "saboteurs" is a rather meh Hitman impression that saw me waste 30 minutes swearing in a warehouse
The MindsEye mission 'Blacklisted' for Build a Rocket Boy is a Hitman-inspired stealth experience that falls short of its inspiration. The review criticizes the game's underdeveloped stealth mechanics and linear objectives, noting that the mission's narrative elements referencing industry drama are largely inconsequential. Despite some action sequences, the overall impression is that of a missed opportunity.
Routine is an intense Alien Isolation-style experience, and it is cheaper than ever
Routine, an indie horror game developed by Lunar Software, offers an intense Alien Isolation-like experience with a focus on stealth and claustrophobic level design. Despite a long development cycle, the game has been praised for its quality and atmosphere, with one review giving it a 9/10. It is currently available at its lowest price ever on PC.
