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007 First Light’s developer lays off staff but claims its next franchise will continue
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
IO Interactive announced it is laying off staff following the end of a relationship with an external partner on its next project, described as an online fantasy RPG. The studio, known for the Hitman series and 007 First Light, did not name the external partner. IO Interactive stated that despite the partnership ending, development on the next franchise will continue.
Original reporting: https://www.theverge.com/games/959713/io-interactive-project-fantasy-layoffs