'You can really tell how long a game has been in development' 007 First
Light features a cameo of an internet star who went viral years ago

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Tue, 26 May 2026 13:45:23 +0000

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IO Interactive has confirmed that 007 First Light will feature an easter egg appearance for an internet celebrity who went viral a few years ago.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter 007 First Light features a
cameo of TikTok star Khaby Lame IO Interactive scanned the internet
celebrity, and he can be found in-game Lame went viral a few years ago for
his reaction videos and is the most-followed user on TikTok IO Interactive
has confirmed that 007 First Light features an easter egg appearance for an internet celebrity who went viral a few years ago, a pretty decent indication of just how long the game has been in development.

In a new X/Twitter post, the studio shared that social media influencer and most-followed TikTok user Khaby Lame, who went viral for his comedic reaction videos in which he silently gestures to obvious answers, can be found in the game. "You will meet a familiar face in Vietnam," IOI said. "Khaby Lame joins the cast of 007 First Light and is part of a globetrotting adventure". Latest Videos From You may like Lenny Kravitz feeds his foes to alligators in latest 007 First Light trailer showcasing the villain's first dramatic encounter
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In the clip, James Bond can be seen asking Lame's in-game self for directions while standing next to a sign. Lame silently gestures to it, like he does in his original reaction videos, before Bond continues on his way. You will meet a familiar face in Vietnam. Khaby Lame joins the cast of 007 First Light and is part of a globetrotting adventure as James Bond sets out to #EarnTheNumber.Pre-order now and get a Free Deluxe Edition Upgrade.https://t.co/TYuWmcA0nA@KhabyLame #007FirstLight pic.twitter.com/j4bONVhvmx May 25, 2026 Khaby Lame's slapstick videos went viral a few years ago, which many fans believe could be a clear sign of when the cameo was developed.

"So Khaby Lame is a part of the James Bond family now," one fan said on
Reddit , while another wrote , "You can really tell how long a game has been in development based on the jokes or cameos the devs have put in them. Like with this, and with that breakdancing Gestral in Clair Obscur ."

"We worked closely with Khaby to get him scanned and design his outfit for this re-imagined origin story! Share a screenshot when you encounter him in-game with us," IOI added. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from
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The TikTok star was also featured in Fortnite 's Battle Pass in 2023. Earlier this year, he licensed his likeness to be reproduced by AI in a deal worth $975 million.

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