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Multiple outlets report that Amazon MGM and Amazon Game Studios will publish future James Bond games developed by IO Interactive, following its new ownership of IO’s operation. However, Amazon rights holders indicate it’s still too early to discuss what specific future projects will be.

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Key Takeaway Amazon MGM/Amazon Game Studios are set to publish IO Interactive’s future 007 First Light–era Bond titles, but concrete next projects aren’t confirmed yet.
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Amazon MGM/Amazon Game Studios are set to publish IO Interactive’s future 007 First Light–era Bond titles, but concrete next projects aren’t confirmed yet.

Multiple outlets report that Amazon MGM and Amazon Game Studios will publish future James Bond games developed by IO Interactive, following its new ownership of IO’s operation. However, Amazon rights holders indicate it’s still too early to discuss what specific future projects will be.

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Top 3 signals · Amazon MGM/Amazon Game Studios are set
Rock Paper Shotgun · 2d ago
Bond rights holders Amazon MGM have "a great relationship" with 007 First Light devs IO Interactive, but say it's "still too early to discuss future projects"
GamesIndustry.biz · 2d ago
MGM and Amazon Game Studios to publish future IO Interactive James Bond titles
Eurogamer · 1d ago
Amazon will publish whatever 007 First Light sequels there may be, as it muscles in on IO Interactive's operation as new owner of James Bond

Briefing Findings · Amazon MGM/Amazon Game Studios are set

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Publisher arrangement MGM/Amazon Game Studios to publish future IO Interactive James Bond titles
Status of future projects Amazon MGM says it’s still too early to discuss future projects
Framing of relationship Amazon MGM cites a “great relationship” with 007 First Light devs at IO Interactive

What to Watch

  • Follow updates on whether Amazon MGM announces any concrete next-project plans for IO Interactive post-007 First Light. Rock Paper Shotgun
  • Check for official publication announcements from Amazon Game Studios/MGM naming IO Interactive’s next Bond title. GamesIndustry.biz

What Changed

  • Amazon will publish whatever 007 First Light sequels there may be, as it muscles in on IO Interactive's operation as new owner of James Bond Eurogamer
  • Bond rights holders Amazon MGM have "a great relationship" with 007 First Light devs IO Interactive, but say it's "still too early to discuss future projects" Rock Paper Shotgun
  • MGM and Amazon Game Studios to publish future IO Interactive James Bond titles GamesIndustry.biz
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Eurogamer · 1 article
GamesIndustry.biz · 1 article
Rock Paper Shotgun · 1 article

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Will there be a 007 First Light sequel?

While IO Interactive hasn't provided an outright "yes" to this question yet, it's a safe bet that there will be a sequel. First and foremost, as mentioned above, the game closes with the "James Bond will return" motif. If 007 First Light was intended to be a one-off, chances are that wouldn't show up. We also need to take into account the fact that the game ends on a serious cliffhanger. If IOI hadn't intended to make another game, the story would've likely been wrapped up without as many loose ends. Back in 2024, IO Interactive CEO Hakan Abrak, told IGN that he hoped First Light would be the

007 First Light's ending perfectly sets up a sequel for James Bond
Why Is Khaby Lame in 007: First Light?

James Bond is a huge property, and one I have to imagine was a logistical nightmare for IO Interactive to work with — even if the finished product is shaping up nicely. There are so many ways the character likely needs to be presented, how its story needs to be told, and how its moment-to-moment gameplay experience needs to appeal to mainstream audiences while also feeling quintessentially IO. Amazon MGM probably also wants it to sell millions, so any and all measures will be taken to make that a reality. This includes an unexpected cameo by TikTok star Khaby Lame, who has previously appeared

007: First Light Is Dating Itself Immediately With Its Khaby Lame Cameo
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