IO Interactive will release free downloadable content for 007 First Light on October 2, IGN reported. The studio teased the update in a short video posted to its social accounts, confirming the date without detailing what the release adds.
IO has not said what is in the DLC. The teaser directed players to tune in on October 1, and IGN reported that the studio remained tight-lipped about the contents beyond confirming that the release would be free.
What the update is expected to add
IGN expects the release to be the Aston Martin Valhalla content that has been teased in the game's main menu since launch. On that reading, the outlet said the update would likely include a TacSim mission built around the Valhalla, the car used in a set piece near the end of the campaign.
IGN also questioned whether the release would be limited to a single mission, given how long that content has been advertised inside the game. The outlet pointed to a roadmap IO previously revealed, which listed a new game plus mode, new gadgets, and further missions and content among planned additions. None of that has been confirmed for the October 2 release.
A paid story expansion is still to come
A separate story expansion centred on Bawama, the pirate king warlord played by Lenny Kravitz, is also planned. IGN reported that it has no firm release date, and that it is expected to be a premium add-on rather than a free update like the one arriving this week.
The game's Nintendo Switch 2 port remains outstanding. IGN reported that the port had been expected by now but was pushed to 2027 so that it would be as good as possible for players. How long IO intends to support 007 First Light is unclear, IGN said, noting that the studio has continued to release updates for Hitman years after that game's launch. 007 First Light sold 4 million copies in its first three months.
