Summary
After a long hiatus, Ian Fleming’s James Bond video games are making a triumphant return with the upcoming release of007 First Lightin 2026. This game presents a completely original take on the Bond franchise by IO Interactive, combining action, stealth, and story-driven gameplay to depict the early missions of a young James Bond as an MI6 agent.
IO Interactive has already introduced several characters who will appear in007 First Light, including both well-known figures from the franchise and a new villain that pays homage to past films. While fans are drawn to James Bond’s stories primarily for Bond himself, a truly engaging narrative would not be complete without the supporting characters that enrich the adventure.
6M
James Bond Always Answers To M, Even When They Disagree
The Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service, known as M, has appeared in every James Bond novel and movie. Over the years, this character has been portrayed by four different actors over the decades. In007 First Light,the character of M is portrayed by a woman for the second time, and she is confirmed to be particularly enthusiastic about recruiting James Bond into MI6.
James Bond and M share an intriguing relationship, as Bond often uses unorthodox methods to accomplish his missions, which tends to frustrate M. It is expected that she will be a consistent presence throughout the game, providing direction and guidance to Bond on his adventures while often being at odds with him about his insubordinate behavior.
5John Greenway
A New Character And Potential Mentor For Bond
007 First Lightis introducing a brand-new character to the team at MI6 in the form ofJohn Greenway. He is played by actor Lennie James, who is famous for his roles inSnatch,The Walking Dead, andSave Me. Not much is known about John Greenway’s role, but it is teased that he will be Bond’s mentor.
In the debate about bringing James Bond into the recruitment programto turn him into a spy, John Greenway is more apprehensive, as he lists all of Bond’s toxic traits as reasons to decline him. However, M views those traits as reasons to recruit him. Additionally, it seems that John will be a partner for James Bond, as he is shown on a mission with Bond, even getting stuck in a death trap with him.
4Moneypenny
She Is The First Person Bond Meets At MI6
Although the game isnot based on a movie or book, it pays homage to tradition by depicting Moneypenny welcoming James Bond into MI6 headquarters. In earlier films, Moneypenny served as a secretary at MI6, but the character has evolved. During the Daniel Craig era, she was given a more active role in Bond’s adventures while still acting as M’s assistant, even being deployed in the field when necessary.
All trademarks related to the relationship between James Bond and Moneypenny have already been established. Although James Bond makes every effort to flirt with her, she never reciprocates his advances. This raises the question whether they will ever become an item. They will likely have a similar relationship in007 First Light.
3Q
It’s Not 007 Without Fancy Gadget
While a bit antiquated in the 2020s,gadgets are a big part of spy adventures, especially James Bond.007 First Lightdoes not abandon this tradition, which has led to the reveal ofQ, short for Quartermaster, who is typically an older yet kooky man who creates the most dangerous devices, upgrades for Bond’s iconic Aston Martin car, and even special clothing.
Previously, Desmond Llewelyn had the longest tenure of all James Bond characters before being replaced by John Cleese. In the Daniel Craig era, Q was given a reimagining as a man younger than Bond.007 First Lighthas already shown fun Q gadgets like a rocket-powered motorcycle and the famous laser watch.
2Agent 009
Bond Will Have To Fight His Dark Reflection
It’s never explicitly stated who they are, but it would appear that one of James Bond’s first antagonists isAgent 009of MI6. They are described only as a master manipulator, hinting that they are the orchestrator of whatever the main villainous plot is. It seems fitting that James Bond fights a 00 agent to earn his own status in007 First Light.
It will not be the first time that Bond has takenon a hero turned villain. The most famous example would be inGoldenEye, where Bond’s good friend Alec Trevelyan, 006, is the main villain. InSkyfall, Daniel Craig fought Raoul Silva, an MI6 operative who was left for dead by M. Perhaps 009 will be an homage to one or both of these villains.
1James Bond
Rise Of The World’s Most Famous Spy
It’s not aJames Bondgame without the iconic protagonist, who has been played by many actors in the past. The character is known for his movies, starting with Sean Connery, leading up to Daniel Craig as the latest incarnation. However, he first debuted in the Casino Royale novel by Ian Fleming, and007 First Flightis the first adaptation to feature James Bond’s signature scar on his cheek from the novels.
It is not confirmed, but fans are convinced that the new James Bond is Patrick Gibson ofDexter: Original Sinfame. So far, he’s the suave andone-liner-spewing action starthat audiences expect James Bond to be. He is also seemingly the youngest portrayal of James Bond fans have gotten, showing him as a fresh recruit fresh out of the Navy and into MI6.
