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People are reacting to IO Interactive shutting down its Istanbul studio shortly after 007: First Light became a smash hit, framing it as a surprising post-success move. The discussion centers on what the shutdown means for the game’s future support and the studio’s teams.

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Key Takeaway IO Interactive’s Istanbul studio shutdown is sparking questions about staffing and ongoing support for 007: First Light after its success.
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IO Interactive’s Istanbul studio shutdown is sparking questions about staffing and ongoing support for 007: First Light after its success.

People are reacting to IO Interactive shutting down its Istanbul studio shortly after 007: First Light became a smash hit, framing it as a surprising post-success move. The discussion centers on what the shutdown means for the game’s future support and the studio’s teams.

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IO Interactive Shuts Down Istanbul Studio Months After 007 First Light Smash Hit

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  • Follow IO Interactive updates for announcements on who will support ongoing 007: First Light work. TechPowerUp
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  • IO Interactive Shuts Down Istanbul Studio Months After 007 First Light Smash Hit TechPowerUp
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007: First Light and Pragmata Giveaway

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What Is It Like To Handle The Bond Brand In 2026?

Your browser does not support the video tag. Amazon MGM is infamously protective of the Bond brand, and considering the film side of this on hiatus right now as the Daniel Craig era comes to an end and a new actor is picked to take on the role, all eyes fall on 007: First Light. It’s being taken very seriously, and in the run-up to release has been treated with the same reverence as Skyfall or Spectre as we’re exposed to the theme song, a new actor playing the character, and an overall experience I think is going to be the start of something much bigger. If it doesn’t feel like Bond from the o

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