
007 First Light's Cocky Bond Is Hiding Something Dark
IO Interactive's younger Bond isn't just cocky for the sake of it. Beneath the smug grin is an orphan with rage issues, and the studio says that's exactly the point.
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IO Interactive's younger Bond isn't just cocky for the sake of it. Beneath the smug grin is an orphan with rage issues, and the studio says that's exactly the point.

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IO Interactive's developers say the lopsided smirk and cocky attitude that's divided fans is a deliberate narrative choice. This Bond is meant to get knocked down.

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