Bond Gone Wild? IO Interactive Says MGM Encouraged More 'Daring' 007 Than They Expected
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IO Interactive's upcoming James Bond game, *007: First Light*, might be more action-packed than expected, with MGM encouraging a more reckless and daring Bond than the studio initially envisioned. Sounds like we're in for a rollercoaster, mates!
Right, so word on the street is that IO Interactive, the wizards behind the *Hitman* series, are getting ready to unleash their take on James Bond in *007: First Light*. And here's the kicker – apparently, MGM (the Bond license holders) were pushing for a *wilder* ride than IO initially anticipated. Colour me intrigued!
According to Jonathan Lacaille, franchise director at IO, in a recent chat with Very Gary Computing (cheers for the scoop, Gary!), MGM wasn't exactly breathing down their necks with restrictions. The *one* request? Please, for the love of all that's shaken, not stirred, don't turn Bond into a mindless killing machine. Fair enough, I reckon.
Lacaille even reckons that *Hitman's* surprisingly subtle approach to violence helped them snag the Bond license in the first place. "In Hitman, you shoot maybe once per level, or not at all, sometimes," he said. Which, let's be honest, is spot on. I mean, how many times have you blasted your way through a *Hitman* level? Probably less than you think. And if you *are* going in guns blazing, you're probably failing the mission anyway, right? I've been banging on about *Hitman's* frankly ridiculous arsenal for years, so it's nice to see someone at IO feels the same.
However, hold your horses, stealth enthusiasts! *First Light's* Bond sounds like he'll be a bit more…gung-ho. Lacaille describes him as "young and a bit reckless," lacking the patience of Agent 47. "If the other game is more methodical," he continues, "this one will be more about making you think fast under pressure, giving you a lot of options and you have to think – right, or left, or do you take all these guards? Do you blow your cover?" So, sounds like we're swapping calculated assassinations for some more spontaneous, high-octane action.
But don't fret, Bond purists! IO promises those classic, over-the-top cinematic moments are still on the cards. "When we want to make an homage to what the franchise is about, which is sometimes very big stunts and cinematic moments," Lacaille assures us.
*First Light* is slated for release next year, with whispers of a potential trilogy and even *Hitman*-style post-launch missions. Duck explosions and toilet drownings, anyone? My awful heart certainly desires.
Tags: James Bond, IO Interactive, 007: First Light, Hitman, MGM
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun