IO Interactive has teamed up with MGM, EON Productions and Delphi to create a brand new James Bond origin story to gaming.

The project, currently titled Project 007, will feature the very first James Bond origin story which will be available exclusively as a video game.

IO Interactive is widely known for its acclaimed Hitman franchise where stealth is key. Project 007 will also be powered by IO Interactive’s proprietary Glacier technology. While there’s no official platform confirmed, all we know is that the game will be available for modern systems and platforms.

Hakan Abrak, CEO of IO Interactive, said:

“It’s true that once in a while, the stars do align in our industry, (…) Creating an original Bond game is a monumental undertaking and I truly believe that IO Interactive, working closely with our creative partners at EON and MGM, can deliver something extremely special for our players and communities. Our passionate team is excited to unleash their creativity into the iconic James Bond universe and craft the most ambitious game in the history of our studio.”

Robert Marick, MGM’s Executive Vice President Global Consumer Products and Experiences, said,

“James Bond has a strong legacy in the video game space, with some of the most iconic games of all-time based on the character. Working with our partners at EON and the talented team at IO Interactive, we plan to bring a new take on this legendary franchise to gamers and Bond fans around the world. IO Interactive are masters of crafting living, breathing worlds of immersive storytelling.”