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October 2, 2026

Bandai Namco Aces Inc.

  • Flight Shooting
  • Single player
  • Multiplayer
PlayStation®5 Xbox Series X|S Steam
Rise Above.

You're a fighter pilot, adrift at sea in a rescue boat until the outdated aircraft carrier, Endurance, pulls you aboard. Your homeland's navy is shattered. The aging vessel, its decks crowded with refugees, has already retreated far from the front lines.

July 2029: The Federation of Central Usea (FCU) has fallen under a lightning invasion by the Republic of Sotoa. Most of the nation is occupied, the military is scattered, and the Endurance is just one fragment of what remains. On this ship, you're given a single name: "Wings of Theve". A legendary ace, a symbol of hope, a name tied to Theve, the FCU capital.

But that legend was a lie; it was a story made to keep morale alive. Now, you must carry that name and take to the skies again. With three new comrades at your side, fight to reclaim your lost homeland.

ACE COMBAT 8 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.

Pre-Order ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE

Available 10.02.2026

1. Choose Your Edition
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Standard Edition
  • ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE
  • Pre-Order Bonus:
    • ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR
    • Playable Aircraft: F-14A
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Deluxe Edition
  • ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE
  • 3 Days Early Access
  • PREMIUM ACE PASS PLUS Voucher
  • Customizable Cosmetic Set
  • Pre-Order Bonus:
    • ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR
    • Playable Aircraft: F-14A
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Joker Flight Pack
  • ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE DELUXE EDITION:
    • ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE
    • 3 Days Early Access
    • PREMIUM ACE PASS PLUS Voucher
    • Customizable Cosmetic Set
  • ACES at WAR: A HISTORY 2029 (200+ pages)
  • 2 LP Vinyls with Slipcover and Slipmat
  • Pre-Order Bonus:
    • ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR
    • Playable Aircraft: F-14A
Introducing the Deluxe Edition of ACE COMBAT 8, with added features to get you off the ground!

The Deluxe Edition of ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE includes:

  • Full Game
  • 3 Days of Early Access
  • Premium Ace Pass Plus Voucher
  • Customizable Cosmetic Set:
    • F-4E Mobius Squadron 25th Anniversary Skin**
    • F/A-18C Team Zvezda Skin**
    • Tasha Costume Set*
    • Scarlet Missile Smoke*

*Available in Online Mode only. Content may vary at redemption.

**Available in Online Mode and Campaign Mode after completing all missions.

Pre-order now to unlock the F-14A aircraft and exclusive access to ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the different ACE PASS tiers offered for ACE COMBAT 8?

ACE COMBAT 8 has three ACE PASS types. The ACE PASS is a free seasonal progression track available to all players. Rewards are earned as players level up include cosmetic items and items used to upgrade aircraft.  

There is also the PREMIUM ACE PASS, which includes additional rewards at each level as well as premium seasonal content such as the ADFX-02 Morgan–PIXY, which is a Season 1 exclusive.  

There is an additional tier, called the PREMIUM ACE PASS PLUS, that includes the PREMIUM ACE PASS rewards as well as a 30-level skip, where players can instantly unlock 30 levels of seasonal progress and rewards. 

Specific details regarding seasonal rewards and upcoming content available with ACE PASS tiers will be revealed later. 

The PREMIUM ACE PASS PLUS can be unlocked via a voucher included in the ACE COMBAT 8 Deluxe Edition. Both PREMIUM ACE PASS tiers are also available for purchase separately.

For full details on ACE COMBAT 8 PREMIUM ACE PASS offers, check out the Deluxe Edition Trailer

What does the voucher that comes with the Deluxe Edition do?

The Deluxe Edition includes a voucher that players can use to redeem one-season of PREMIUM ACE PASS content and rewards. The voucher is not tied to a specific season, meaning players can save it and use it to redeem a future PREMIUM ACE PASS season of content if they wish.

Do PREMIUM ACE PASS unlocks include gameplay-enhancing items?

We are offering a special reward celebrating the launch of ACE COMBAT 8 and the Season 1 PREMIUM ACE PASS. Players who order the Deluxe Edition and use their voucher to redeem the PREMIUM ACE PASS will instantly unlock the ADFX-02 Morgan–PIXY, which is also playable in Online Mode. This aircraft is only usable in Campaign Mode once players complete all campaign missions.

Additionally, the pass grants access to a variety of exciting cosmetic items including aircraft skins and in-game avatar costumes. 

Will ACE COMBAT 8 include DLC?

The ACE COMBAT series has a long history of supporting players with additional post-launch content. While we are not ready to share details about future content plans at this time, we look forward to sharing more information in the future. 

Do the ACE COMBAT 8 purchasable items include consumables?

There are currently no plans to include consumables in the game, whether for purchase or as part of ACE PASS rewards. The bonuses and content that will be available offer players ways to purchase or unlock playable aircraft, items to upgrade aircraft, and cosmetic items. 

Are there chance-based purchases and/or loot box mechanics?

ACE COMBAT 8 does not include paid loot boxes or other randomized paid rewards.

Players can view all available content and rewards before making a purchase.

How does the Premium Ace Pass differ from previous passes in the ACE COMBAT series?

The ACE COMBAT 7 Season Pass offers playable aircraft and additional special missions. 

The ACE COMBAT 8 PREMIUM ACE PASS provides a larger variety of content including playable aircraft, cosmetic items, and items used to upgrade aircraft as rewards for progressing through the pass. 

Is the Deluxe Edition only available during the preorder period or will I be able to purchase it after launch?

The Deluxe Edition will still be available for purchase after the launch of ACE COMBAT 8. 

Please note, however, that it does not include the early access bonuses available with digital pre-orders of the Deluxe Edition. 

For full details on ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE, please visit: www.bandainamcoent.com/games/ace-combat-8  

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