Is 007 First Light on Game Pass? Early Access and Pre-Order Bonuses Explained

If you’re trying to figure out the most cost-effective way to play IO Interactive’s upcoming Bond origin story, start with our full 007 First Light guide if you want the complete breakdown of the release date, story, gameplay, cast, editions, and platforms. For buying advice, you’ve got three straightforward questions to answer: Is it on Game Pass? Can you get in early? And which edition is actually worth buying?

Here are clear, sourced answers to all three — with any inferences flagged as such.

Is 007 First Light on Xbox Game Pass?

007 First Light has not been announced for Xbox Game Pass at launch on May 27, 2026.

Neither IO Interactive nor Microsoft has made any announcement about a Game Pass deal for the game. No Game Pass badge appears on the Xbox Store listing, and Microsoft typically promotes day-one Game Pass titles well in advance of release. The absence of any announcement this close to launch is a strong signal, though not an official confirmation, that the game will not be on the service on day one.

For context: IO Interactive is an independent studio, not a Microsoft first-party developer, and 007 First Light is a multiplatform release launching simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC. Neither of those factors rules out a Game Pass deal — independent and multiplatform games can still reach the service through third-party agreements — but no such agreement has been announced.

What about later? There is a precedent worth noting. IO Interactive’s previous titles — including Hitman: World of Assassination — did eventually appear on Game Pass after release. That doesn’t mean 007 First Light will follow the same path, but it does mean a post-launch addition isn’t out of the question. Nothing has been announced, and there is no timeline to point to. If you want to play on launch day, you’ll need to purchase the game.

Is 007 First Light on PS Plus?

No PlayStation Plus deal has been announced for 007 First Light, either at launch or for any future date. It is a full-price retail release on PlayStation 5.

007 First Light Early Access: What It Is and How to Get It

“Early access” in the context of 007 First Light means one specific thing: a 24-hour head start for digital pre-orders.

Pre-order any edition of 007 First Light digitally and you can start playing on May 26, 2026 — one day before the official launch date of May 27. That’s it. This is not a Steam Early Access-style period where the game is available in partial or development form. It is a finished game, available one day early, exclusively for players who pre-order through a digital storefront.

Which platforms get early access?

Early access is available through the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. The 24-hour window applies to pre-orders on all of these.

Nintendo Switch 2 note: Per the official IOI pre-order communications, pre-orders on Nintendo Switch 2 are currently limited to physical editions. IOI’s campaign links for the free Deluxe upgrade and 24-hour early access point to the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Steam, and Epic Games Store — Switch 2 is not listed among those digital storefronts. The Switch 2 version is also delayed to Summer 2026 with no confirmed date, so early access arrangements for that platform may differ. Check the official IOI pre-order page for the most current Switch 2 details.

Do I need a specific edition for early access?

No. Early access applies to any digital pre-order, including the Standard Edition. You do not need to buy the Deluxe Edition specifically to unlock it. The 24-hour head start comes with any digital pre-purchase, regardless of tier.

007 First Light Pre-Order Bonuses: What You Actually Get

Pre-ordering 007 First Light on the PlayStation Store, Xbox Store, Steam, or Epic Games Store currently earns you a free upgrade to the Deluxe Edition. IOI’s campaign page links to these four digital storefronts for the offer. Physical editions also include Deluxe upgrade content, though early access handling may vary by retailer and platform — confirm details at the point of purchase. That makes a digital Standard Edition pre-order one of the more straightforward value propositions in gaming right now: pay Standard price, get Deluxe content, and unlock early access.

The Deluxe Edition upgrade includes:

• 24-hour early access (digital pre-orders only)
• Four exclusive outfits: Day of the Dead, Desert Explorer, Silent Anchor, Gentleman Operator
• Weapon skin: Agent’s Mark
• Gleaming Pack: four gadget skins — Gleaming Lighter, Gleaming Earphones, Gleaming Dart Gun, and Gleaming Pen

Note: Some physical retailer listings name the third Gleaming Pack skin as “Gleaming Phone” rather than “Gleaming Dart Gun.” The discrepancy exists between storefronts. Digital platform listings (PlayStation Store, Steam, Epic Games Store) use “Gleaming Dart Gun.”

The free Deluxe upgrade is a pre-order offer. IOI has not published a specific cutoff date or post-launch terms beyond the pre-order period — once the game releases, verify current availability and pricing at ioi.dk/007firstlightgame.

IOI Account Milestone Rewards

Separately from the standard pre-order bonus, IOI has set up a community campaign tied to Steam wishlist milestones. Players who sign up for a free IOI Account unlock cosmetic rewards each time a collective milestone is reached. These are independent of which edition you purchase.

All 007 First Light Editions Compared

Here is a complete breakdown of every edition currently available, with confirmed pricing and contents.

Standard Edition

Standard Edition starts at $69.99 / €69.99 / £59.99, with physical pricing varying by platform and retailer.

The base game with all main campaign and TacSim content. Pre-order the digital edition to receive the free Deluxe upgrade and 24-hour early access. Physical availability and exact pricing may vary by country and retailer — check your local storefront for confirmation.

Deluxe Edition

$79.99 / €79.99 / £69.99 (SRP) — Standalone purchase, available at launch

The Deluxe Edition is the standalone paid version of the cosmetic upgrade pack, purchasable at launch for players who did not pre-order. Note: physical editions of the game (Specialist, Collector’s, Legacy) also include the Deluxe upgrade content — this entry refers specifically to purchasing the Deluxe Edition as a standalone product. It includes the same four outfits, Agent’s Mark weapon skin, and Gleaming Pack as the pre-order bonus — but without the 24-hour early access, since that window will have passed. Verify availability and format options at your local storefront before purchasing.

Specialist Edition

$69.99 — Amazon-exclusive, Physical Only

Available for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2 (game-key card). The Specialist Edition is the same price as the Standard Edition but includes:

• Exclusive game packaging
• Deluxe Edition upgrade content
• Classic Tuxedo outfit — the only edition to include it

The Classic Tuxedo is the Specialist Edition’s defining exclusive. It is not currently available in any other edition or as a separate purchase. If the tuxedo skin matters to you, this is the only route at present.

Collector’s Edition

007 Store Collector’s Edition Price $199.99 / €199.99 / £169.99 (SRP) — Limited, Physical Only

Not available for Nintendo Switch 2. Includes everything in the Deluxe upgrade plus:

• Wearable life-size gold mask replica
• Steelbook case with magnet
• Certificate of authenticity
• Obsidian Gold Suit (in-game)

Contents may vary slightly by region and retailer. Verify the exact contents on the official IOI pre-order page before purchasing.

Legacy Edition

Legacy Edition Price $299.99 / €299.99 / £259.99 — Limited, Physical Only

Available for PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC (Steam only — not Epic Games Store). Not available for Nintendo Switch 2. The highest-tier edition, built around a centrepiece collectible:

• Golden Gun figurine with display stand and secret compartment
• Steelbook case with magnet
• Certificate of authenticity
• Golden Gun weapon skin (in-game)
• Obsidian Gold Suit (in-game)
• All Deluxe Edition upgrade content

Stock is limited. The Classic Tuxedo outfit is not included in this edition — it is currently exclusive to the Specialist Edition.

Which Edition Should You Buy?

This section reflects editorial recommendations based on current confirmed pricing and contents — not a guarantee of future availability or value.

If you want the lowest entry price and plan to play digitally, a Standard Edition digital pre-order currently includes the Deluxe cosmetics for free and unlocks 24-hour early access. The free Deluxe upgrade is a pre-order offer; verify current terms before purchasing.

If you want the Classic Tuxedo outfit and prefer physical media: the Specialist Edition is currently the only route, at the same $69.99 SRP.

If you want a premium physical collectible: the Collector’s Edition ($199.99 SRP) includes the gold mask replica, or the Legacy Edition ($299.99 SRP) includes the Golden Gun figurine with stand and secret compartment.

Quick Reference

All details are based on officially confirmed sources at time of publication. Pre-order offers and edition availability are subject to change — verify current pricing and availability at ioi.dk/007firstlightgame before purchasing.