The Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light has been delayed until 'later this summer'

• 007 First Light has been delayed for the Nintendo Switch 2
• IOI says the game will now launch "later this summer"
• The PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC versions are still on track for its May 27 release

IO Interactive has announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 version of 007 First Light has been delayed to this summer (northern hemisphere summer, that is).

In a new social media post, the developer confirmed that while the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC versions are still on track to launch next month on May 27, Switch 2 users will have to wait a little longer to play.

"007 First Light comes to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on May 27th, 2026, and Nintendo Switch 2 later this summer," IOI said. "We're excited to see players discovering James Bond's reimagined origin story, and we are looking forward to bringing you the best game experience possible across all platforms."

IOI delayed First Light for all platforms earlier this year from its original March 26 release date, citing the need for additional development time to focus on extra polish and refinement.

While the Hitman studio didn't provide a reason for the latest delay, it's likely the team needs more time to polish the Switch 2 edition.

007 First Light follows the story of a young James Bond, played by actor Patrick Gibson, in a re-imagined origin story that led him to become M16's best agent.

TechRadar Gaming had the chance to preview 007 First Light back in September, with managing editor Rob Dwiar writing how the game "looks very much like the James Bond video game that we’ve all been waiting for" and "seems to have Hitman’s distinct DNA running through its veins".

Elsewhere in the run-up to the game's launch, Sony has revealed a new limited edition PS5 controller inspired by James Bond and the upcoming game, with pre-orders starting next week, on April 17.

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