007 First Light is introducing a new mechanic that could either prop up its exploration, or ruin its immersion. Developed by IO Interactive, the studio behind Hitman , and based on the internationally popular James Bond multimedia franchise, 007 First Light has two big pairs of shoes to fill.

So far, it seems to be balancing expectations and innovations well, using the sandbox formula of Hitman while introducing a variety of new features that help bring it closer to our expectations from Bond. However, one new mechanic that appeared in its recent State of Play deep dive, while pretty creative, could ultimately be its immersion's downfall.

007 First Light’s New “Instinct” Mechanic Looks Fascinating

Gamifying Bond's Powers Of Observation

As seen in the recent State of Play d

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