Hammer Time is one of the challenges in 007 First light which will require James to enter the battleground (arena) and fight an array of brawlers, including the toughest fighter, 'The Hammer'. Before players can step into the ring, they must start the Fight Pit mission and complete a trial battle with Omar, who you can throw over the railing to complete another challenge called “Fall Guy.” So, without further ado, here's a complete guide on the Fight Pit mission, and how you can complete both “The Hammer” and “Fall Guy” challenges in 007 First light.
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How to enter the Fight Pit in 007 First Light
To start the Fight Pit quest during the chapter “The Past Never Dies” i 007 First lightplayers will need approach the pirate NPC standing in front of the arena entrance on Aleph's black market. The pirate NPC is to the right of the tunnel that you can use to access the other side of the black market.
The pirate will tell James to fight the hammer in the arena to earn some reward money. This is convenient given that James was looking for ways to raise money for the auction fees. Simply enter the arena entrance right behind the pirate NPCand get to the top.
When you reach the area overlooking the arena, you will come to eavesdrop on the Ringmaster and trainer talking about needing a fighter to put on a show. When the interaction is over, talk to the Ringmaster, who will suggest that James talk to the trainer if he wants to fight in the arena. Now you just have to follow the quest marker to find the trainer.
How to complete the Fall Guy Challenge in 007 First Light
After you talk to the trainer, he will ask James to do it show your fighting skills against Omar. The fight against Omar is relatively easy, as you only need to defeat him to enter the Fight Pit.
But if you want complete the “Fall Guy” challenge in 007 First lightyou have to push Omar over the railing. To do that, you need to find openings to hit Omar with the push move (RB + X or R1 + Square). The best way to do this is to first counter a move by Omar and then perform the push move, which will move him closer to the rail.
Once Omar falls down the railing, James will immediately win the fight and will be able to participate in the arena battles.
How to beat “The Hammer” in 007 First Light (Hammer Time Challenge)
After James drops into the arena, he must face two different rounds of opponents before finally going up against “The Hammer” in 007 First light. The first fight is easy, but the second one will require you to do it time your counters right because you will be fighting two enemies.
The final fight will be against The Hammer, which can be a tricky fight depending on the difficulty you play on.
The main thing to look at is The Hammer's battle signals. Dodge as fast as he finishes his lunge attack, highlighted in red. He often opens with two matching (yellow) strokes and then finishes with a lunge (red). This is a common bait because players will try to counter the third hit, but it can't be parried, so you have to dodge instead.
The fastest way to hit The Hammer 007 First light is by running around the arena and use throwable bottles to stagger himfollowed by melee combos. Once he's recovered, rinse and repeat this strategy until you've used up all the throwable bottles in the arena. If he's still standing, try using the push moment to stagger him just as he's about to strike, and follow up with a grab and punch.
Successfully defeating “The Hammer” will complete the “Hammer Time” challenge. in 007 First light.
Once you have successfully defeated all the opponents in the arena, you will complete the Fight Pit mission and also adding $60,000 in funds to the auction fee collection in 007 First light.
- Released
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May 27, 2026
- ESRB
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Teen/Blood, Language, Suggestive Themes, Violence, In-Game Purchases
