007 First Light sold more than 3 million copies worldwide within its first two weeks, exceeding internal expectations, according to multiple sources [1, 2]. Despite this commercial success, Amazon Games head Jeff Gattis clarified that he has not confirmed Amazon Game Studios will publish a sequel [1, 2, 3].
Gattis, who visited IO Interactive in Copenhagen in June, praised the studio as "great partners" and said the game is performing very well but urged patience. "Let's let the game breathe and have its day," he said, emphasizing no decisions on a sequel's publishing have been finalized [1].
He also highlighted that future development depends on market appetite and player demand. "It's safe to say it's going to be made" if both factors remain strong, he added [3]. IO Interactive spent about seven years developing 007 First Light, but sequels could be produced faster and cheaper, suggesting potential for quicker follow-ups [1].
Amazon and IO Interactive are preparing a joint statement regarding cooperation and sequel publishing arrangements, but no public details have been released so far [2]. Gattis pushed back on online interpretations that Amazon was committed to publishing the sequel, stressing that no such confirmation was made and the situation remains fluid [2].
The video game community awaits further announcements on which studio will publish or develop the next 007 First Light installment while the original title continues to see strong sales. Updates on partnership details and sequel plans are expected in the coming months.
