All cameos and easter eggs in 007 First Light range from internet celebrity appearances to deep cuts from Ian Fleming’s novels. IO Interactive hid a surprising number of secrets across every mission. This guide covers every confirmed one so far.
TL;DR
- Celebrity cameos include Jacksepticeye, Shroud, Khaby Lame, and Chase & Status.
- Hitman references are scattered throughout — rubber ducks, Chateau de 47 wine, and more.
- Bond’s facial scar comes directly from Ian Fleming’s original novels.
- The Q-Lab is packed with classic Bond gadget and film callbacks.
- Legacy collectibles reference real Bond props and locations from the films.
- Musical and MI6 novel references reward long-time fans throughout the campaign.
All Celebrity Cameos in 007 First Light
IO Interactive worked with real-world creators and performers to include brief but memorable appearances across several missions. The confirmed celebrity cameos include JackSepticEye, Khaby Lame, Shroud, and music duo Chase and Status. Here is where to find each one.
Jacksepticeye — A Night Out Mission
Jacksepticeye appears during the “A Night Out” mission inside the London nightclub. The staff member working there is voiced and modelled after Jacksepticeye, better known as Seán McLoughlin. It is a tiny cameo, but hard to miss once you recognise the voice.
The London nightclub is packed with interactive characters, and JackSepticEye’s appearance is easy to miss if you stick to the main path. Take your time talking to the NPCs around the upper floor to trigger the interaction.
Shroud — The Past Never Dies Mission
Shroud voices an NPC who reacts to Bond’s fighting skills with over-the-top excitement during “The Past Never Dies” after a large brawl sequence. The dialogue sounds exactly like a Twitch chat message brought to life.
Look for him leaning casually against a barrel in the dockyard or warehouse area during the mission. He is not hidden in a corner — he is in a fairly open section after you deal with the initial group of enemies. This one is easy to walk right past if you move quickly through the area.
For more on the events of that chapter, our The Past Never Dies challenges guide covers every objective in detail.
Khaby Lame — Time to Die Mission (Vietnam)
TikTok celebrity Khaby Lame makes a cameo in the Time to Die mission in Vietnam, where Bond asks him if he knows where the Tranquility Cave is. His response, similarly to his online content, is a deadpan expression as he sarcastically points Bond in the right direction.
It is one of the strangest and most entertaining moments in the whole game. If you are working through that mission, our Time to Die challenges guide will help you find everything else in that level.
Chase & Status — A Night Out Mission
Chase & Status appear as themselves, DJing inside the London nightclub during the “A Night Out” mission. Unlike some cameos, this one fits the setting entirely naturally. If you pay attention to the music while working through the club, you will catch them performing on stage.
Ian Fleming Novel Easter Eggs
007 First Light draws heavily from Fleming’s original books, not just the films. Several details are only recognisable to players who have read the source material.
Bond’s Facial Scar
James Bond in 007 First Light has a visible scar on his cheek, a detail taken directly from Fleming’s novels. In the books, Bond has a thin scar on his right cheek, a feature that has rarely been depicted in film adaptations. Including this scar shows that IO Interactive is drawing from the literary Bond, not just the cinematic one.
Loelia Ponsonby
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. Her inclusion is a deep cut that most players will not recognise without prior knowledge of the novels.
Bond’s Alias — Mr Arlington Beech
Bond is referred to as Mr Beech at one point in the game, a reference to his alias Mr Arlington Beech from Casino Royale. It is a blink-and-you-miss-it nod that rewards players familiar with the literary history of the character.
Universal Exports and Transworld Consortium
Universal Exports and Transworld Consortium are cover names used by MI6 in Fleming’s original novels. The former is also used in the films. Both names appear in the game as references to Bond’s long history as a literary character.
Classic Bond Film Easter Eggs
Beyond the novels, the game is full of references to iconic moments from the film series. Here are the best ones to look out for.
The Q-Lab Gadget Museum
The Q-Lab is packed with easter eggs and interesting mentions, including the telephone box trap from GoldenEye, the jetpack from Thunderball, a mention of a one-man submarine disguised as an alligator from Octopussy, Sean Connery’s Trilby hat, dagger shoes from From Russia with Love, and the bagpipe flamethrower from The World Is Not Enough.
The Q-Lab also has references beyond Bond. There is a talk about an “adventurer archaeologist” as a nod to Indiana Jones, and an exploding conch and cigar referencing rumoured real-life assassination attempts on Fidel Castro.
Legacy Collectibles — Hidden Bond Props
Legacy collectibles are sprinkled across missions: Rosa Klebb’s dagger shoes, a GoldenEye-shaped key in Iceland, the Blades Club badge, and concert posters tied to The Living Daylights.
These are some of the most rewarding finds in the game. Our all Legacy locations guide will help you track down every single one.
The Aston Martin References
The Aston Martins in 007 First Light carry specific film references. The yellow DBS during the car chase scene after the chess tournament is a nod to On Her Majesty’s Secret Service. Another car called Valhalla is a reference to No Time to Die.
On Her Majesty’s Secret Service Theme
The legendary theme from On Her Majesty’s Secret Service returns during the major truck chase in the “Time to Die” mission. Longtime Bond fans will probably catch it instantly. It turns what is already an exciting action sequence into a proper tribute for fans of the classic film score.
The Gun Barrel Reveal
The iconic gun barrel sequence is reserved for the ending once Bond earns his 007 status. The game teases the opening early on with a moving white dot, but saves the full reveal for the finale. It works as both a payoff and Bond’s true “becoming 007” moment.
The Kittridge Name Drop
Bond uses the name Kittridge in a bluff during the game, which refers to Kittridge from Mission: Impossible. It is a small but fun moment of cross-franchise humour buried in a dialogue interaction.
Hitman Easter Eggs and IO Interactive Callbacks
IO Interactive could not resist slipping in references to their own back catalogue. 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.
While they can be found all over the game, you are more likely to spot them in Slovakia, during the chess tournament and hotel scenes.
Hidden inside Bond’s apartment, stacked K&L shoe boxes reference IO Interactive’s Kane & Lynch: Dead Men series. IO loves sneaking its older franchises into newer games.
Other Hidden Details Worth Finding
The Skeeter Davis Piano
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. It is one of those quiet, atmospheric easter eggs that rewards players who take the time to explore off the beaten path.
The Poison Umbrella Reference
The poison-tip umbrella hangman found in the 00 apartment suite in the Uninvited chapter is likely a reference to the assassination of Bulgarian writer Georgi Markov. It grounds the game in real-world Cold War espionage history in a subtle way. If you are working through that mission, see our Uninvited all challenges guide for the full breakdown.
Tarot Cards from Live and Let Die
Tarot cards from Live and Let Die sit on a table in the VIP section of the London nightclub. It is easy to walk straight past them, but they are there for any fan who knows the significance of tarot imagery in that particular Bond film.
Tips for Finding More Easter Eggs
The best way to catch everything is to slow down and explore. Talk to every NPC, check side rooms, and revisit levels with a fresh eye. Disguises can open new areas, and certain side objectives reveal hidden rooms with references you would otherwise never see.
The game is designed with replayability in mind, so do not be afraid to return to earlier missions. Our how to replay missions guide explains exactly how to go back and look for anything you missed.
For broader 100% completion, check out our all missions, challenges, and collectibles guide, our trophy and achievement guide, and our full list of MI6 intel file locations and all mementos locations.
If you are still deciding how you want to set up your Bond, our which poster should you choose guide covers one of the game’s earliest cosmetic decisions. You can also browse our full list of all outfits in 007 First Light for a look at every cosmetic unlock.
Where to Play 007 First Light
007 First Light is developed by IO Interactive and available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and Epic Games Store.
