Can 007 First Light Be Played Offline? Internet Requirements Explained

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By Alexandria LopezStaff Writer

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  • Primary Subject: 007 First Light
  • Key Update: The 20-hour single-player campaign is fully playable offline once a mandatory Day One patch has been downloaded and installed via Wi-Fi.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: May 7, 2026
  • Quick Answer: 007 First Light supports offline play for its main campaign after an initial Day One patch download, though leaderboards still require an active internet connection.

With 007 First Light coming this month, many can't wait to get their hands on the game.

Set to release on May 27, 007 First Light follows the origin story of a young, modern-day James Bond and his pursuit of getting his Double O status. The main campaign is set to be 20 hours long, which has caused many to wonder: Do we need wi-fi to finish the whole main storyline?

Are you curious too? Then let's discuss.

Do You Need Wi-Fi To Play 007 First Light?

Technically, you don't need an internet connection to play 007 First Light.

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Credit: IO Interactive

However, you will need Wi-Fi to get the game and to download the mandatory Day One patch. Once the patch is installed, the single-player campaign will be playable offline. Since the game doesn't feature multiplayer or co-op, there's little need for 007 First Light to require Wi-Fi.

This applies to both digital and physical copies of 007 First Light. So even if you buy the game physically, you'll need Wi-Fi to get the Day One patch.

Do take note that some features will require Wi-Fi. If you want to see the global leaderboards for the TacSim Mode, you'll need an internet connection to see that.

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Credit: IO Interactive

In short, don't worry about needing to be hooked to the wi-fi. You can play the game even after an unexpected outage!

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