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007: First Light Leans on Craig-Era Style for a Younger James Bond

Developers use Craig’s tone to build a grounded origin for a trainee 007.

Overview

  • New interviews from the studio outline how Daniel Craig’s films shape the game’s tone and action.
  • Senior combat designer Thomas Marcham said the team lifted choreography cues from Craig’s fights and added boxing and MMA touches to show a less experienced Bond.
  • Narrative lead Martin Emborg pointed to an origin arc that nods to Craig’s “resurrection” line while keeping the game separate from the films.
  • The team worked with No Time To Die costume designer Suttirat Anne Larlarb to craft Bond’s wardrobe, using details like jacket cut and Navy-inspired fabrics to signal a rebellious young agent.
  • Patrick Gibson, who plays Bond, described a youthful, contemporary take after studying the films and early books, while co-star Lennie James said he should be a candidate for the next movie role.