Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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007 First Light is IO Interactive's first big release since Hitman 3/Hitman: World of Assassination, blending a new form of the firm's classic infiltration-style gameplay with traversal and set-pieces reminiscent of the Uncharted series. In this video, John goes into depth on what IO has delivered, how it stacks up against the initial State of Play demo, examines the game's audio-visual features and much, much more.

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00:00 - Introduction
01:45 - Sponsored by CyberPower UK
02:57 - Stepping into First Light
04:09 - Comparison with the State of Play Demo
09:18 - Glacier Engine Shines
12:57 - Reflections are Simple but OK!
15:51 - Objects and Explosions
17:55 - Texture Detail Can Disappoint
18:50 - Gorgeous Smoke Effects
20:25 - Loading Times are Long
21:31 - Uncharted 4 Comparison - Why Not?
24:33 - Sound is Outstanding
26:26 - Wrap-up and Gameplay Thoughts