The highly anticipated CES 2026 revealed exciting developments for PC gamers, headlined by NVIDIA’s announcement of new GeForce RTX technologies integrated into IO Interactive’s latest project, 007 First Light. This collaboration promises a gaming experience fit for the esteemed Bond franchise, enhancing performance, responsiveness, and visual fidelity.
007 First Light: A New Era of Gaming
007 First Light will feature NVIDIA’s DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, a crucial component for achieving the game’s ambitious vision on PC. “Our partnership with NVIDIA on 007 First Light allows us to deliver a PC experience that matches the level of quality we believe the Bond franchise deserves,” said Ulas Karademir, the studio’s Chief Technical Officer. Performance, responsiveness, and visual fidelity are set to feel effortless for the player, thanks to NVIDIA GeForce RTX technologies like DLSS 4.
In a demonstration video, the game impressively reached up to nearly 300 frames per second, likely powered by the GeForce RTX 5090. Although the 6X Multi Frame Generation mode’s activation remains unclear, it is anticipated to be supported in the game, set for release on May 27, 2026, after a brief delay.
Technical Specifications and Requirements
Distinct from its predecessor, HITMAN 3, which utilized ray-traced sun shadows and reflections, 007 First Light’s ray tracing details are yet to be confirmed. Meanwhile, IO Interactive has shared the minimum and recommended system requirements for PC gamers:
| SPECIFICATION | MINIMUM PC HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS | RECOMMENDED PC HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Target | 1080p at 30 FPS | 1080p at 60 FPS |
| Processor | Intel Core i5 9500K, AMD Ryzen 5 3500 | Intel Core i3 13500, AMD Ryzen 5 7600 |
| Graphics Card | NVIDIA GTX 1660, AMD RX 5700, Intel Discrete GPU Equivalent | NVIDIA RTX 3060 Ti, AMD RX 6700 XT, Intel Discrete GPU Equivalent |
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Video RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 80 GB Minimum | 80 GB Minimum |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10/11, 64-bit | Microsoft Windows 10/11, 64-bit |
Innovations and Giveaways
IO Interactive continues to develop on its proprietary Glacier engine, bringing significant advancements to 007 First Light. Expect to encounter a new volumetric smoke system, innovative animation and AI systems, and refined shooting and cover mechanics.
As a bonus, NVIDIA and IO Interactive plan to host a giveaway featuring a 007-themed GeForce RTX 5090 GPU via their social media platforms, inviting fans to engage on X, Facebook, and Instagram for a chance to win.