IO Interactive's latest game, 007 First Light, has become its fastest-selling title, selling over 1.5 million copies within the first 24 hours.
Before securing a management buyout, IO Interactive was reportedly close to shutting down.
Its latest release, 007 First Light, has now become the studio's fastest-selling title, surpassing the opening sales pace of previous games.
The game is built around the stealth-action gameplay IO Interactive developed with the Hitman series.
IO Interactive has not announced plans for post-launch content or a release date for the planned Nintendo Switch 2 version.
IO Interactive's latest game, 007 First Light, has become its fastest-selling title, selling over 1.5 million copies within the first 24 hours.
It launched on May 27 across platforms including Xbox, Steam, Epic Games, and PS5, following an early access period for Digital Deluxe Edition owners that began on May 26.
The studio behind the game is best known for the Hitman series. This strong start marks a significant milestone for a developer that nearly shut down less than a decade ago.
Sales Breakdown for 007 First Light’s Record Launch
Of the 1.5 million total sales in the first 24 hours, at least 500,000 came from Steam, according to data from Alinea Analytics. The Steam sales alone generated more than $25 million in revenue for the studio.
The rest of the sales came from Xbox Play Anywhere, Epic Games, and PS5. The game was released on all platforms at the same time, with a Nintendo Switch 2 version confirmed for a later, undisclosed date.
This launch marks an important milestone for IO Interactive. The studio was once part of Square Enix, which withdrew its support in 2017. Before securing a management buyout, IO Interactive was reportedly close to shutting down.
After becoming independent again, the studio developed the Hitman trilogy, which received both commercial and critical praise. Its latest release, 007 First Light, has now become the studio's fastest-selling title, surpassing the opening sales pace of previous games.
What 007 First Light Is and How It Plays
First Light is an origin story for MI6 agent James Bond, showing how he became the agency's most well-known operative. It is an original narrative, not based on any existing film.
The game is built around the stealth-action gameplay IO Interactive developed with the Hitman series.
First Light is now available on Xbox Play Anywhere, Steam, Epic Games, and PS5. IO Interactive has not announced plans for post-launch content or a release date for the planned Nintendo Switch 2 version.
