Shaken, Not Stirred (and Wishlisted): 007 First Light Dangles Rewards for Early Fans
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
IO Interactive is bribing gamers with in-game goodies to wishlist their upcoming *007 First Light* game on Steam – skins, wallpapers, and even a chance to interrogate the devs are up for grabs if enough people click that button. Sounds like a bit of harmless fun, and who knows, the game might actually be alright!
Right then, listen up, Bond aficionados! While the world keeps holding its breath waiting to find out who'll be suavely sipping martinis as the next big screen James Bond, IO Interactive (the folks behind *Hitman*) are gearing up to launch *007 First Light*, and they're offering some rather tempting incentives for those who wishlist the game on Steam.
Yep, you heard right. It's a classic "scratch my back, I'll scratch yours" scenario, but with the added allure of espionage and gadgets. According to a recent Steam blog post, players can unlock various in-game goodies and community rewards simply by wishlisting *007 First Light*. Think of it as pre-ordering, but instead of parting with your hard-earned cash just yet, you're simply expressing your interest. A rather clever scheme, if you ask me.
So, what's on offer? Well, the rewards are tiered based on the collective wishlisting efforts of the community. We're talking exclusive Bond skins to pimp out your in-game agent, snazzy gadget skins for that extra bit of flair, and even animated 007-themed wallpapers to make your desktop look properly clandestine. Oh, and a developer AMA, so you can grill the folks at IO Interactive about all things Bond. The final milestone is shrouded in secrecy for now, so your guess is as good as mine, but I'm hoping for a golden gun.
*007 First Light*, for those not in the know, aims to tell the origin story of James Bond, exploring how he earned his license to kill. Amazon, who now oversee the Bond IP, are heavily involved, suggesting that this game could tie into the upcoming films. IO Interactive have promised a single-player adventure packed with gadgets, iconic characters, and replayable missions, which all sounds rather spiffing.
Now, I know what you're thinking: is this just another marketing ploy? Possibly. But hey, who doesn't love free stuff? And if it means getting some cool Bond-themed extras just for clicking a button, I reckon it's worth a punt. Plus, given IO Interactive's pedigree with the *Hitman* series, there's a good chance this game will actually be pretty decent. They're aiming for a blend of stealth, action, and that oh-so-stylish Bond vibe.
And it sounds like they have big plans - even thinking about the Nintendo Switch 2. A bold move, after the lacklustre performance of the *Hitman* series on Nintendo's cloud streaming service. But I for one am here for the ambition.
So, will you be wishlisting *007 First Light*? It's a fair question. I'm still on the fence myself, but the promise of a gadget skin is certainly tempting...
Tags: James Bond, 007 First Light, IO Interactive, Steam, Wishlist
Original article: Game Rant