IO Interactive packed 007 First Light with far more easter eggs and hidden details than most Bond or Hitman fans probably expected. Across its missions, you will find callbacks to classic Bond films, Ian Fleming novels, real-world spy history, and plenty of sneaky nods to Hitman World of Assassination. So, if you thought the game only cared about martinis and Aston Martins (and some strong, bold women), here are all the best easter eggs and hidden details we found in 007 First Light.
Hitman References Everywhere
Found across multiple missions of 007 First Light, especially the chess tournament and hotel areas. IO Interactive packed the game with nods to Hitman World of Assassination, including Chateau de 47 wine, rubber ducks, Joseph Clarence magazines, and even NPC dialogue about hiding bodies in wardrobes. Bond also questions how targets “swap disguises so fast,” which feels like a direct wink toward Agent 47.
JackSepticEye’s Nightclub Cameo
Appears during the “A Night Out” mission inside the London nightclub. The staff member working there is voiced and modeled after Jacksepticeye, better known as Seán McLoughlin. It is a tiny cameo, but hard to miss once you recognize the voice.
The Full Gun-Barrel Sequence Returns
Unlocked during the 007 First Light ending after Bond officially earns 00 status. The game teases the iconic opening early on with the moving white dot, but saves the full gun-barrel reveal for the finale. It works as both a payoff and Bond’s true “becoming 007” moment.
Shroud’s Fighter Crowd Cameo
Appears during “The Past Never Dies” after a large brawl sequence. Shroud voices an NPC who reacts to Bond’s fighting skills with over-the-top excitement. The dialogue sounds exactly like a Twitch chat message brought to life.
On Her Majesty’s Secret Service Theme
Heard during the major truck chase in the “Time To Die” mission. The legendary theme from On Her Majesty’s Secret Service returns during one of the game’s biggest action sequences. Longtime Bond fans will probably catch it instantly.
Ponsonby’s Return From The Novels
Found inside MI6 during story interactions with M’s staff. Loelia Ponsonby originally appeared in Ian Fleming’s novels as Bond’s secretary, though the game reinvents her as M’s strict assistant. Unlike the books, she clearly does not enjoy Bond’s reckless attitude.
Khaby Lame’s Vietnam Cameo
Appears briefly during the Vietnam mission near Tranquility Cave. Khaby Lame silently points Bond toward the correct path using his trademark deadpan expression. It is one of the strangest cameos in the entire game.
Bond’s Facial Scar From The Books
Visible on Bond’s character model throughout the campaign. The scar comes directly from Ian Fleming’s original Bond novels, where it is described as a line running across Bond’s cheek. Surprisingly, most movie versions of Bond never included it.
Legacy Collectibles From Classic Bond Films
Scattered throughout missions as special “Legacy” collectibles. These items reference older Bond adventures, including Rosa Klebb’s dagger shoes from From Russia with Love and concert posters tied to The Living Daylights. The Blades Club badge also references both Ian Fleming’s novels and Die Another Day.
GoldenEye’s Hidden Key
Found during the Iceland prologue as one of the Legacy collectibles. The golden eye-shaped key references GoldenEye and the satellite weapon controls from the movie. It is one of the first major Bond callbacks players can discover.
Rosa Klebb’s Dagger Shoes
Hidden among collectible items later in the game. These weaponized shoes belonged to Rosa Klebb in From Russia with Love and remain one of the most recognizable Bond gadgets ever. IO Interactive recreated them almost perfectly.
Sean Connery’s Trilby Hat
Located inside the wearable section of Q-Branch. The Trilby directly references Sean Connery’s Bond appearance across several classic James Bond films. It is a small detail, but longtime Bond fans will appreciate it.
Solitaire’s Tarot Cards
Found inside Ramon Hernandez’s villa at The Pearl resort. The tarot deck featuring “The Lovers” references Solitaire from Live and Let Die. Roger Moore fans will catch the callback immediately.
The Living Daylights Concert Poster
Located in the Kensington Gala Café. The poster advertises a Czech musician, referencing Kara Milovy from The Living Daylights. It is one of the quieter Easter eggs hidden in plain sight.
Goldfinger’s Literal Gold Fingers
Hidden inside Aleph’s black market. A crate contains prosthetic gold fingers tied to Bawma, clearly referencing Auric Goldfinger from Goldfinger. IO Interactive went surprisingly literal with this one.
Bond’s Childhood Playing Cards
Found throughout missions as the 007 First Light collectible card sets. The Swiss-German card design matches the same cards Bond used with his mother in Fleming’s novels. It is a deep-cut literary reference most players will probably miss.
Villainous Jaguar Type 00
Vehicles in 007 First Light, driven by multiple enemies during parts of the story. Jaguars are traditionally tied to Bond villains across the films, unlike Aston Martins, which Bond usually drives himself. The car quietly continues that trend.
Aston Martin Movie References
Appears during the Slovakia mission and later story sequences. The yellow DBS references On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, while the Valhalla comes straight from No Time to Die. Both cars are packed with classic Bond weaponry.
Universal Exports And Transworld Consortium
Mentioned in documents and MI6 cover identities. Both companies come directly from Ian Fleming’s Bond novels as MI6 front organizations. Universal Exports is especially iconic among longtime Bond readers.
Q-Lab Gadget References
Found throughout conversations and whiteboards inside Q-Branch. Technicians casually reference gadgets from older Bond films, including the Thunderball jetpack, the Octopussy alligator submarine, and the flamethrower bagpipes from The World Is Not Enough. It feels like a museum for forgotten Bond gadgets.
The Goldfinger Laser Trap
Appears during one of Bond’s capture sequences. Bond is restrained while a laser slowly inches toward him, directly recreating the famous torture scene from Goldfinger. Thankfully, Bond survives this one, too.
Mission Impossible’s Kittridge Name Drop
Used during one of Bond’s bluff sequences. Bond introduces himself using the surname “Kittridge,” referencing Eugene Kittridge from the Mission: Impossible series. It is a fun little spy crossover nod.
Indiana Jones Mention In Q-Lab
Overheard in a dialogue at MI6 Q-Lab, right before getting gadgets in 007 First Light. In a casual discussion, Bond hears the term “adventurer archaeologist,” clearly hinting at Indiana Jones. The reference works nicely, given Steven Spielberg’s Bond inspirations.
The Bulgarian Umbrella Reference
Seen in Bond’s apartment during a hangman puzzle. The phrase “poison-tip umbrella” references the real-life assassination of Georgi Markov during the Cold War. It is one of the game’s darker historical nods.
Chase & Status Nightclub Appearance
Another cameo character in 007 First Light comes in the form of a DJ duo. Found DJing inside the London nightclub Mission. Chase & Status appear as themselves and provide music during the level. Unlike some cameos, this one actually fits the setting naturally.
Skeeter Davis Piano Easter Egg
Triggered while exploring Webb’s Antarctic facility. Bond can play “The End of the World” by Skeeter Davis on a nearby piano. The song choice mirrors the world-ending stakes of the mission.
Kane & Lynch Shoe Boxes
Hidden inside Bond’s apartment. The stacked K&L shoe boxes reference IO Interactive’s Kane & Lynch: Dead Men series. IO loves sneaking its older franchises into newer games.
So, that’s it. These are all the hidden details and 007 First Light easter eggs we spotted. Which ones did we miss? Let us know in the comments below.
Pranav Maytray
