007 First Light's PC performance isn't quite martini-smooth, but it's a damn sight better than that stuttering reveal footage

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The PC performance of 007 First Light shows improvement compared to its initial reveal footage. While there are still some performance gaps during intense action sequences, the game runs more smoothly overall. DLSS 4.5 technology enhances the visual experience, providing better framerates across various graphics settings.

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▪The release build of 007 First Light is more stutter-resistant than the earlier reveal footage.
▪DLSS 4.5 significantly improves framerates, especially on higher-end graphics cards.
▪Performance varies between action and stealth segments, with noticeable drops during intense scenes.

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Home Hardware Features 007 First Light 007 First Light's PC performance isn't quite martini-smooth, but it's a damn sight better than that stuttering reveal footage Unshaken, but blurred Image credit: Rock Paper Shotgun/IO Interactive <img alt="James Archer avatar" src="https://assetsio.gnwcdn.com/james%20archer%20bio%20photo.jpg?width=2048&height=2048&fit=bounds&quality=85&format=jpg&auto=webp" style="aspect-ratio: 1" width="1725" height="1836" > Feature by James Archer Deputy Editor Published on May 27, 2026 Follow 007 First Light While Mark’s off doing the actual review and/or agonising over watch straps, I’ve spent my time with 007 First Light slowly moving a laser beam up between its legs, demanding it reveal its PC performance secrets.

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