Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Launches October 2 for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC - News
by William D'Angelo , posted on 02 June 2026 / 1,758 Views
Developer Bandai Namco Aces announced Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will launch for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam on October 2.
Pre-orders will include access to the F-14A aircraft and exclusive access to Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War.
View the release date trailer below:
Read details on the game below:
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve delivers high-octane aerial action!
Step into the cockpit and take flight as an elite pilot across stunning skies. Enter intense dogfights, eliminate threats, and rise through gripping missions to earn your wings. The game is developed by PROJECT ACES, the acclaimed team behind the franchise.
Aerial Warfare in Living Skies
Campaign Mode showcases stunning visuals with dynamic multi-layered cloudscapes that capture the majesty of living skies. Feel the rush of a fast-paced arcade-style gameplay and deploy powerful weapons to dominate the battlefield.
A Visceral Journey From Cockpit to Ground
Beyond the chaos in the air, breathtaking first-person scenes reveal your pilot’s story through breathtaking cinematics. Experience the pressure of command, the weight of decisions, and the bonds forged in battle. Between missions, bond with your squad members, rise to meet adversity, and prove yourself as a true ace.
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