IO Interactive has officially announced that its upcoming James Bond game, Project 007, will be available on the Nintendo Switch 2.

During a recent Nintendo Direct presentation, it was revealed that Project 007 will leverage the enhanced power of the new console.

This announcement marks the first official James Bond game release since 007 Legends in 2012, highlighting Nintendo's commitment to reviving nostalgic franchises.

Initially announced in 2020, details about Project 007 have been sparse until more information surfaced in 2023.

Christian Elverdam, chief creative officer of IO Interactive, confirmed the game's development and encouraged fans to stay tuned for updates.

Players will take on the role of James Bond, experiencing the character's first official origin story as they work to earn their 00 status.

Hakan Abrak, head of IO Interactive, emphasized that the game will create a fresh narrative tailored for gamers, rather than being based on any existing movie.

As of now, there is no confirmed release date for Project 007, but fans are hopeful for a timely unveiling that could reignite interest in the Bond franchise.

The game has been in development for five years, and its announcement for the Switch 2 may indicate an upcoming reveal of gameplay and additional details.

The last major James Bond game, 007 Legends, was poorly received, leading to a hiatus in Bond gaming content after Activision lost the rights in 2012.

James Bond, a cultural icon for over 60 years, is also set to return with a new film currently in early development under Amazon's ownership.

In addition to Project 007, the Switch 2 will launch with several other titles, including Hitman World of Assassination and Split Fiction.