007 First Light TacSim Mode Explained: Challenges, Gear Upgrades, and Global Leaderboards

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  • Primary Subject: 007 First Light
  • Key Update: The "Rules of Spycraft" trailer revealed TacSim Mode, a competitive challenge-based training simulation that rewards players with XP and exclusive cosmetics.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: April 22, 2026
  • Quick Answer: TacSim is a replayable challenge mode in 007 First Light where players test their skills to earn XP, upgrade gear, unlock skins, and compete on global leaderboards.

A new 007 First Light trailer has revealed a unique gameplay mechanic.

IO Interactive released the Rules of Spycraft trailer for 007 First Light, which showcased new gameplay and useful tips on how to pass the Double O Program. It also dived into another addition coming to the game: TacSim Mode.

Curious about what this mode entails? Here's everything we know.

What Is TacSim Mode in 007 First Light?

TacSim Mode is short for Tactical Simulation Mode. This replay-focused mode is unlocked after the rookie Bond's training.

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Credit: IO Interactive

Set in the M16 base, the TacSim Mode is spearheaded by Dr. Selina Tan. The mode is meant to put your skills to the test with various challenges. Challenges are unlocked as you progress through the story, allowing you to continuously improve as a Double O agent.

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Credit: IO Interactive

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Each challenge has its own specific rules, and your performance will be pitched against other agents around the world through a scoreboard. There will be two kinds of scoreboards: a global and a friends' leaderboard.

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Credit: IO Interactive

Successfully completing challenges will earn you XP. This XP will increase your Clearance Level, allowing you to unlock unique outfits, upgrades, and skins for your weapons and gadgets.

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Credit: IO Interactive

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While there will already be some challenges available to you when 007 First Light releases on May 27, even more additions will arrive as the game pumps out updates in the future.

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