IO Interactive Sets May 27 Launch Date for 007 First Light
IO Interactive announces 007 First Light launching May 27.
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IO Interactive CEO announces the fantasy RPG Project Fantasy is well-funded and in advanced development, alongside the upcoming launch of 007 First Light on May 27th across multiple platforms.
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2026-08-18 to 2026-11-15 · UTC publication dates
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IO Interactive developing Project Fantasy, an online fantasy RPG
IO Interactive is developing Project Fantasy, an online fantasy RPG that was announced in 2023. The game is based on the Fighting Fantasy books by Steve Jackson and Ian Livingstone, and is designed as an RPG built to last with years of content planned. Project Fantasy will mark IO Interactive's first foray into the fantasy genre.
IO Interactive preparing to launch 007 First Light on May 27th
IO Interactive is preparing to launch its James Bond game, 007 First Light, at the end of May. The game will release on May 27th for Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch 2 release planned for Summer.
IO Interactive CEO confirms Project Fantasy is well-funded and in advanced development
IO Interactive CEO Hakan Abrak stated that Project Fantasy is 'in a very healthy place' and 'still financed.' He revealed that the development team is 'very far' along with the project. Abrak declined to comment on rumors about the game's funding partner, though he implied the project has secured new backing.
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IO Interactive Confirms Project Fantasy RPG in Advanced Development
IO Interactive's Project Fantasy online RPG is in advanced development with confirmed funding.