Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve
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GameOnly95Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is an almost perfect game. The developers have done an outstanding job of implementing new technical features while preserving the series signature atmosphere. As a result, both veterans and newcomers will have a fantastic time playing it.
IGN90Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is a remarkable achievement for Project Aces, with an excellent story and some of the best aerial combat the series has ever had.
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Ace Combat 8 Carpet Bombs a Massive List of Bugs in an Upcoming Patch on PS5
Fix two! Developer Bandai Namco Aces has published details on an upcoming patch for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. Scheduled to go live on 23rd October, the update makes a ton of fixes and adjustments to both the campaign and the online multiplayer modes. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Review: Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Is a Masterpiece - and a Technical High-Point for the Series
High flier. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve marks a major technical leap for the series, getting the best of Unreal Engine 5 while incorporating new bespoke technology in the form of Q-Games' volumetric cloud tech. The result is high-fidelity, high-speed aerial combat that scales well across PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC. Read the full article on digitalfoundry.net
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve review
Let's chase 'em off, Rex! Two more missiles arc toward a hapless enemy F2-A, droplets peppering my windshield as I skim past a glowering grey cloud, dulling the distant explosion. Visibility is garbage. No kidding, Tasha. The Endurance is being targeted. Uh-oh. Tonitrus Spear arriving in two minutes! They've got a high-output laser and a broad-range jammer. Sounds like a bad combo. The cockpit rattles as I climb, an insistent red flash warning me my Tomcat's icing up. But I can see the laser, an
Ace Combat 8 becomes fastest-selling game in the series, and very nearly the highest rated
Ace Combat 8 has become the fastest-selling game in the aerial combat series, soaring to 1 million sales since its release roughly a week ago.
Ace Combat 8 is the fastest selling entry in the series after hitting 1 million sales
Ace Combat 8: Wings is Theve is set to be the most successful entry in the series
Ace Combat 8 Has Sold One Million Copies Faster Than Any Previous Entry in the Series
Onward and upward. Publisher Bandai Namco has announced some very positive news about the sales performance of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. The latest entry has set a new record for the long-running fighter jet action series; it's the fastest-ever to reach one million copies sold. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Ace Combat 8 players in Japan are affectionately headcanoning its ace pilot protagonist as a helpless “airhead” outside the cockpit, thanks to clumsy story moments and awkward QTEs
In ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE, players take on the role of silent protagonist Rex, an ace pilot who racks up impressive achievements in aerial combat. However, a popular headcanon has recently been making the rounds among Japanese Ace Combat players, proposing (affectionately) that outside of the cockpit, Rex is actually a complete airhead. The idea was fueled by how the game’s interactive scenes work as well as certain moments in the story, with Rex gradually becoming the fandom’s beloved sin
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve sales top one million
Total sales for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve have surpassed one million units worldwide, …
Ace Combat 8 is far and away the series' biggest launch on Steam
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve has joined the ranks of September-October releases that have done very well commercially. The sequel, which officially launched on 2nd October following three days of early access, has been very popular on Steam.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Review
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve constantly finds new ways to bring you to ever higher emotional highs, and its appeal is far broader than you think. The post Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Review appeared first on This Week in Videogames - TWIV.
The Team Behind PixelJunk Is Partly to Thank for Ace Combat 8's Brilliant Cloud Tech
Weather you like it or not. Today sees the official launch of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, the latest entry in Bandai Namco's wonderful jet fighter action series. There are many things to love about the new game, including an anime-like story, highly polished gameplay, and an impressively varied campaign. Another area in which it shines is its visuals, with its skyboxes and clouds looking particularly good. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Ace Combat 8 developer apologises for Belkan War pre-order backlash, explains why it happened and vows to explore possible solutions
The early access launch of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve kicked off on a down note due to some confusion regarding one of the game's pre-order bonuses. Pre-orders of the flight action game include a copy of 2006's Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War, but early adopters discovered it was not a standalone product, contrary to what they were lead to believe when they pre-ordered the game.
Ace Combat 8 Steam Reviews Dragged Down by Pre-Order Bonus Complaints
Negative Steam user reviews have been largely focused on Bandai Namco's handling of AC8's pre-order bonus, a port of 2006's Ace Combat Zero The post Ace Combat 8 Steam Reviews Dragged Down by Pre-Order Bonus Complaints appeared first on This Week in Videogames - TWIV.
PSA: Ace Combat 8 Comes with a Whole Other Game, But Only if You Pre-Order, and You Don't Have Long
Ace Combat Zero won't be available forever. The brilliant Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve makes its official launch on 2nd October, 2026, and if you're considering buying it, I'd highly recommend pre-ordering on this occasion. That's not only because the new game is another fantastic entry in Bandai Namco's longstanding series, but because it comes with an awesome bonus that's exclusive to pre-orders: Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Controversy erupts around Ace Combat 8 on PC as bundled Belkan War re-release remains problematically attached to the new game, whereas it's standalone on console
Early access to Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is now available to owners of the game's Deluxe Edition, but the launch has been soured due to publisher Bandai Namco's handling of one particular pre-order bonus.
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE shows online play not working on SteamOS / Linux
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is now in Advanced Access, and while the single-player works the online play appears blocked on SteamOS / Linux. Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Ace Combat 8's First Reviews Are Making It One Of The Highest Rated Games Of 2026
Don't sleep on this one! Next week is extremely busy for new Xbox releases with the likes of The Witcher 3: Remastered, Minecraft Dungeons 2 and the early access for Gears of War: E-Day on the way, but you definitely shouldn't overlook Ace Combat 8 either! The first reviews have just gone live for this Bandai Namco release, and they're resulting in an incredible 88 average rating on Metacritic as things stand (for the PS5 version), which makes it the 20th highest-rated game of 2026. Read the ful
How Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Brings High Flying Drama to XBOX Series X|S
Few game franchises capture the fantasy of becoming an ace pilot quite like Ace Combat – with accessible arcade-like controls, beautiful looking fighter jets, and cinematic storytelling, it has long been a recipe for a good time for over 30 years. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve returns us to that world of soaring spectacle […] The post How Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Brings High Flying Drama to XBOX Series X|S appeared first on XBOX Wire.
How Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve uses first-person to tell a more personal story
The world of Strangereal, setting of the Ace Combat games, has developed a deep and storied history over the course of the series. But with Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, developer Project Aces has changed its approach to storytelling to create a more intimate and emotional tale than it has in the past. That […]
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve ‘101 Overview’ trailer
Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Bandai Namco Aces have released a five-minute overview trailer for …
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Review - Top Gun
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is a fast-paced, all-out jet fighter drama. Despite some pacing issues, it's a strong return to the storied series.
Ace Combat 8 Is Utterly Absurd–And Better Off For It
I never knew I could be so enamored by clouds. There were times in my youth–typically sitting on a train or in the back of a car–when I would absentmindedly stare out the window at interesting cloud formations. Nowadays, phones, laptops, and handheld consoles tend to distract me from the world passing by, but in Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, clouds are its ever-present pièce de résistance. For all the high-tech jets, explosive action, and melodrama at the game's core, it's the bountiful sky and
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve dev asks players not to spoil the game and, oddly enough, extends the warning to the 20-year-old Ace Combat Zero
A port of Ace Combat Zero will be included as a pre-order bonus for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve opening cinematic
Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Bandai Namco Aces have released the opening cinematic for flight …
Ace Combat 8's New Trailer Is Awesome, But Maybe Avoid It if You're Already In
A spoiler-free flight. Publisher Bandai Namco is just weeks away from the launch of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and it's really pushing hard for this to be a big success. You only need to see the company's live-action mini-series that serves as a prequel to understand that, but a brand new trailer for the game itself has recently come online, and it's fantastic. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve ‘Story’ trailer
Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Bandai Namco Aces have released the story trailer for flight …
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve – Annihilation Battle mode confirmed, story trailer revealed
The latest installment in the flight-shooting series, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve releases on October 2, 2026. Today, we are excited to share with PlayStation players the first look at our Wings of Theve story trailer, giving a glimpse into the tranquil daily lives of the crew aboard The Endurance and their time together […]
Ace Combat 8 Dev Says Tasha Was the Game's 'Most Expensive' Character to Design
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Brand Director Kazutoki Kono says developers spent so long working on Tasha that she ended up being the “most expensive character” in the entire game.
Ace Combat 8: Wings Of Theve Lobby Includes Namco Classics Pac-Man, Galaga, And More
Take the Dragon Spirit challenge. Bandai Namco has released a short teaser revealing a line-up of classic Namco coin-ops that will be playable within its upcoming dogfighter Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. Similar to the setup in Capcom's Street Fighter 6, Wings of Theve will feature socialised online lobbies, where digital skyflyers can not only gather for matchmaking purposes, but also enjoy training options, listen to their favourite themes from the Ace Combat series, or hang out and chat with
Ace Combat 8's Online Hub Has Multiple Classic Arcade Games to Play While You're Grounded
Game-ception. Last week, Bandai Namco shined a light on the online multiplayer aspect of Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and it looks like the most robust the series has ever had. Part of it is down to a hub, where you can meet and interact with other players in between matches or missions. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Ace Combat 8’s Season 1 to include playable Pac-Man and Galaga among other Namco classics
A new teaser showcase the first four games to be included in Ace Combat 8's lobby.
Ace Combat 8’s campaign boasts largest volume in the series’ history, surpassing even the original Ace Combat 3, producer says (Updated)
Ace Combat brand director Kazutoki Kono recently talked about what players can expect from Ace Comba 8's volume.
Ace Combat 8 reveals live service online multiplayer modes that include PvE, PvP, PvPvE battles, and a hangout space
Bandai Namco has revealed the live-service-like Ace Combat Online, a separate, companion selection of online modes coming with Ace Combat 8.
Ace Combat 8's Multiplayer Is Aiming to Climb Higher Than Ever | IGN Preview
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve’s multiplayer is built around three things: co-op and versus missions, customizing your aircraft, and the online lobby, which can accommodate up to 100 players at once. Ace Combat 8 is clearly aiming high.
Ace Combat 8's Multiplayer Is the Most Robust the Series Has Ever Had
Fly high. If you were in doubt that Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is being positioned as the biggest game in the series so far, this new overview trailer of the flight shooter's multiplayer suite says it loud and clear. Of course, Bandai Namco's series has featured online multiplayer before, but Ace Combat Online, as it's called here, looks far more elaborate in Wings of Theve. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve ‘Online 101’ trailer
Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Bandai Namco Aces have released a new trailer for flight …
This Ace Combat 8 Trailer Looks at Fighter Jets the Way Gran Turismo Looks at Cars
They are extremely cool to be fair. This recent video for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve passed me by, but it's quite unlike anything else Bandai Namco has released about the upcoming game. It's a trailer that's all about showcasing a number of aircraft you'll be able to pilot when the flight action game launches on 2nd October, and it reminds me of Gran Turismo's unique reverence for cars. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
You Can Practically Guarantee a Stellar Soundtrack for Ace Combat 8 on PS5
Dev diary is all about sound and music. Of all the things the Ace Combat series does well, music is among its greatest strengths. The soundtracks to each entry are generally very good, and far more eclectic and interesting than you might expect from games about fighter jets blowing up other fighter jets. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve details “Aircraft Tree” system and upgrade parts
Accompanied by bonus pics of T-posing pilots.
Ace Combat 8 isn’t more human drama-focused than past entries, the devs are just making sure players don’t go “Wait, Ace Combat has a story? again
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve developers talked about lessons learned from AC7.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Mixes Anime and Aviation to Deliver a Stunning Action-Adventure
The post Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Mixes Anime and Aviation to Deliver a Stunning Action-Adventure appeared first on XBOX Wire.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Blends Story With High-Octane Dogfighting
Take to the skies in Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, a dogfighting game that simulates jet-setting combat and the consequences of war.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve follows up with new info on fan-favorite character Tasha Seversky, including voice cast
Project Aces have published new info on Ace Combat 8's most popular character, the blonde- and pink-haired Tasha.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve – The First Flight
Stu Kimball gets his wings and takes the first new Ace Combat game in seven years up for a spin, chatting to series director Kazutoki Kono along the way. The post Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve – The First Flight
Ace Combat 8 developers explain why no other flight shooter can match 30 years of storytelling depth
Hands-on and interview: After three decades, the minds behind Ace Combat share why the series has never been bigger
Hands-on report — Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve begins with a losing war. After a lightning strike by the Republic of Sotoa, the armed forces of the Federation of Central Usea are struggling to survive — and as an FCU fighter pilot, you’re joining the remnants of a military that’s barely holding on. After playing through several […]
Ace Combat 8 Is a Very Grounded Game Set in the Skies | IGN Preview
We played Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve and found it to be visually stunning with appreciated gameplay improvements and a deep story we couldn't get enough of in our limited hands-on time so far.
Preview: Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve - Journal of an FCU Pilot in Training
Project runway. Well, it seems I've been drafted for the FCU air force. From what I understand, our military needs all the help it can get, and I'm only too happy to lend a hand. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Ace Combat director says 'I've been doing this for 30 years, so I know exactly how hard we're going'—and after playing it, I can confirm Ace Combat 8 goes extremely hard
Wings of Theve is more Ace Combat. Emphasis on the *more.*
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE takes to the skies on October 1
If you have the need for speed, flight combat game ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is coming on October 1st from Bandai Namco Entertainment. Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.
Ace Combat 8 soars onto the Sony State of Play with a new release date trailer
A new trailer for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve has been revealed at today's Sony State of Play livestream. As part of this trailer, we now know the game will release on the 2nd October, 2026.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve launches globally October 2 on PS5
During today’s State of Play, we announced that Ace Combat 8: Wings Of Theve will release on PlayStation 5 on October 2, 2026. For Deluxe Edition holders, Early Access begins on September 28 at 3:00 PM(PDT). From all-new boss battles to glimpses of allies and rivals, the trailer reveals what lies ahead in Ace Combat […]
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve launches October 2
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will launch for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC … Source
Fan Favourite Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War Is a Pre-Order Bonus for Wings of Theve
And pre-orders are open now. The very promising Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve now has a release date alongside an action-packed new trailer, but there's even more reasons for fans of the series to get excited. Pre-orders for the fighter jet action game are live now on PS Store, and if you do, you'll receive a digital copy of PS2 classic Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Goes Full Top Gun Maverick This October on PS5
Prepare for takeoff. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, the most exciting game of 2026 to those with taste, just got dated with an exciting new trailer. Bandai Namco is clearing the runway with its action-packed fighter jet game on 2nd October, 2026, and it looks fantastic: Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve just popped up on PEGI's website
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, has popped up on the PEGI website with a "pre-release date": 30th May, 2026.
Going fast will feel realer than ever in Ace Combat 8 thanks to new proprietary cloud engine. Devs detail new features and technology
Bandai Namco Entertainment's new Ace Combat 8 Developer Diary details new features and technology used in the upcoming new installment.
PS5's Ace Combat 8 Will Be the Most Ambitious Game in the Series Yet, and We Can't Wait
Wings of Theve is looking good. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is lowkey one of the most exciting PS5 games on the horizon. We've always been big fans of Bandai Namco's action-packed flight series, and judging by a new dev diary, the next entry is looking like it could be the biggest and best one yet. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve developer diary
Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Bandai Namco Aces have released an eight-minute developer diary for … Source
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve devs detail first-person aerial combat and world of Strangereal
The latest report from Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve has arrived, and we’re giving you a first look at the team and technology that will put you in the cockpit of the most cutting-edge flight shooting game of this generation. In this developer diary video from Project Aces, we’ll take a look at how […]
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Bandai Namco to Make Ace Combat Zero Port a Standalone Steam Product Following Fan Complaints
The port of the 2006 game was a pre-order bonus for Ace Combat 8, but could only be played on Steam if the new, 150GB title was installed The post Bandai Namco to Make Ace Combat Zero Port a Standalone Steam Product Following Fan Complaints appeared first on This Week in Videogames - TWIV.
Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War to be playable as a standalone app on Steam for those who pre-ordered Ace Combat 8
The update comes following Project Aces' apology over the game's limited launch options.
Japanese Charts: Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Scrapes Into The Top 10 With 5,000+ Sales
While Ace Combat 8 takes the crown. Famitsu has provided the latest look at Japan's boxed charts, and there are a few new faces once again this week. For Nintendo fans, the highlight is Xenoblade Chronicles 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, which recently launched at retail for those who value physical products. It just about made it into the top ten, selling a total of 5,780 copies. It managed to beat Splatoon Raiders and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, but only just.
Project Aces apologizes to Ace Combat 8 owners on Steam over Ace Combat Zero’s limited launch options, says it’s looking into potential solutions
Players are not happy about having to install Ace Combat 8 just to launch Ace Combat Zero.
Enhance Your Ace Combat 8 Experience with Two Rival PS5 Flight Sticks, Out This Week
Do a barrell roll. In a stacked year for new video games, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve has emerged as another Game of the Year candidate. We awarded the title a very respectable 8/10, but on aggregator website Metacritic, it’s got an incredible 87 – that makes it one of the best new releases of the year. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
This Week’s Japanese Game Releases: Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, Dynasty Warriors 3: Complete Edition Remastered, more
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC, and Dynasty …
Josh Holloway Stars in First Episode of Live Action Ace Combat 8 Prequel Series
Available to watch now. Bandai Namco really is going all-out for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. Not only is the title itself stepping things up with big jumps in visuals and the largest multiplayer component the series has ever seen, but the publisher is splashing the cash on things like this: a live action mini-series that acts as a prequel to the upcoming game's story. Read the full article on pushsquare.com
Josh Holloway Stars in Live Action Ace Combat 8 Prequel Series, 'Hour Zero'
Lost in the clouds. Bandai Namco really is going all-out for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. Not only is the title itself stepping things up with big jumps in visuals and the largest multiplayer component the series has ever seen, but the publisher is splashing the cash on things like this: a live action mini-series that acts as a prequel to the upcoming game's story. Read the full article on pushsquare.com