Gemma Chan, star of Marvel’s Eternals and Crazy Rich Asians, has joined the cast of the upcoming 007: First Light as an original character named Selina Tan who’s specifically created for the game.
Revealed during the Xbox Tokyo Game Show broadcast, it’s confirmed that Chan’s character will be working alongside MI6’s Q-Branch as Head of Tactical Simulation in 007: First Light. Also, this marks the first time the actress has lent both her voice and likeness to a videogame.
“Selina Tan is a senior MI6 figure who oversees the agency’s Tactical Simulations division, a program designed to test and refine the skills of Britain’s most promising recruits,” reads a press release for 007: First Light.
“Once a rising star in academia with a background in psychology and strategy, she later made her mark in the private sector, leading advanced research in immersive technologies, before joining MI6 to spearhead the Tactical Simulation Division. Leveraging both scientific rigor and strategic vision, she is a unique asset amongst British Intelligence.”
And while her involvement in the events of 007: First Light is unknown at this point, there’s a chance she could play an important role in the game cause it’s unlikely that the devs will bring a Hollywood star only to have her in a minimal role. But of course, we’ll have to wait for the game to actually arrive to be certain.
007: First Light boasts an impressive, star studded cast of Dexter: Original Sin’s Patrick Gibson as the new James Bond, Fear the Walking Dead’s Lennie James as Bond’s mentor John Greenway, Priyanga Burford as M, Alastair Mackenzie as Q, Kiera Lester as Moneypenny and Noémie Nakai as Miss Roth.
“Joining the world of James Bond in video games has been such an exciting experience,” Chan said in a statement. “Selina Tan is a fascinating character, and I can’t wait for players to meet her. Bringing Selina to life in 007 First Light has been an absolute privilege.”
007: First Light will launch across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC on March 27, 2026.
You can start pre-ordering your copy of 007: First Light right now to get a free upgrade to the Deluxe Edition.
