007 First Light targets 60 FPS on PS5 Pro and base PlayStation 5 consoles
IO Interactive has returned to social media to showcase brand-new gameplay for their upcoming espionage thriller, 007: First Light. Following months of community concern regarding technical stability, the studio has set the record straight on graphical targets.
Key Takeaways
- 007: First Light will support a smooth 60 FPS on PS5 Pro, with base PS5 consoles offering both 60 FPS Performance and 30 FPS Quality modes.
- The official release is set for May 27 on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, while the Nintendo Switch 2 version is scheduled for late summer.
- Recent gameplay updates confirm technical refinements including reduced motion blur, smoother animations, and a streamlined “License to Kill” UI indicator.
How will 007 First Light perform on PS5 and Xbox Series X?
007: First Light will feature a 60 FPS Performance Mode and a 30 FPS Quality Mode on the base PlayStation 5. While IO Interactive has not formally detailed the Xbox Series X specifications, Microsoft’s console is expected to share these identical graphical presets.
The studio recently published new footage proving the game runs securely at 60 FPS on the PlayStation 5 Pro. This addresses the fan community’s concerns from September 2025, where choppy action sequences earned the game the unfortunate nickname of “007 FPS.”
With extra development time, IO Interactive has smoothed out those initial performance dips. The situation regarding the Xbox Series S remains unconfirmed, as the weaker hardware may restrict available graphical options.
"007 FPS" they said back in September…👀 Pleased to showcase 007 FIRST LIGHT is running at 60 FPS on PS5 Pro.
— 007 First Light (@007GameIOI) May 11, 2026
Let us know on what platform will you play on May 27th? 👇
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Gameplay Enhancements and UI Upgrades
The most recent gameplay presentation highlights a familiar sequence from the State of Play Deep Dive, but with clear technical improvements. James Bond is seen infiltrating an airport and fighting his way toward Agent 009’s plane.
Beyond the stabilized frame rate, the footage reveals significantly reduced motion blur and highly refined character animations. The heads-up display has also received subtle visual adjustments for a cleaner on-screen experience.
A notable addition is the new “License to Kill” indicator. This prompt now appears at the top of the screen when players are authorized to open fire, keeping the primary visual space clear of intrusive interface elements. Something that can be seen with the side by side comparison below made by the content creator GameV on Youtube.
When does 007 First Light release on Nintendo Switch 2?
007: First Light will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 toward the end of the summer, a few months after the initial release. The primary launch for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S remains locked for May 27.
IO Interactive is using this extended window to ensure the Switch 2 conversion is fully optimized and meets internal quality standards. The developers are managing multiple major projects alongside this release.
Despite the heavy anticipation for the James Bond adaptation, the studio remains committed to its original flagship property, Hitman. Management has already confirmed they will not abandon the Hitman franchise in the wake of 007’s expected success.
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