ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE — Release Date, Trailer & What We Know
Soar through the skies and rise above every challenge to earn your place among the elite. Releasing Oct 2026.
Official trailer & screenshots via Steam
About ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE
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 in this game developed by PROJECT ACES, the acclaimed team behind the franchise. Campaign Mode showcases stunning visuals with dynamic multi-layered cloudscapes that capture the majesty of living skies. Feel the rush of fast-paced arcade-style gameplay while deploying powerful weapons to dominate the battlefield. Beyond the chaos in the air, exhilarating 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. The Largest Online Mode of the Series ACE COMBAT ONLINE delivers the most expansive multiplayer experience in franchise history. Step into the series’ first online lobby, explore an air base with your custom avatar before diving into multiplayer games. Sortie into online missions with pilots worldwide in a variety of modes including Co-Op and cross platform play.
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Key Stats
Should You Play ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE?
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 in this game developed by PROJECT ACES, the acclaimed team behind the franchise. Campaign Mode showcases stunning visuals with dynamic multi-layered cloudscapes that capture the majesty of living skies. Feel the rush of fast-paced arcade-style gameplay while deploying powerful weapons to dominate the battlefield. Beyond the chaos in the air, exhilarating first-person scenes reveal…
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is co-op and multiplayer on Steam and runs on Windows. It's drawing steady follower growth ahead of its Oct 2026 release.
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System Requirements & Platforms
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Platforms: Windows
Minimum
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system · OS: Windows 11 · Processor: Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X · Memory: 16 GB RAM · Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060[6 GB] / AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT[8 GB] · DirectX: Version 12 · Storage: 125 GB available space · Additional Notes: This game requires an SSD, a hardware ray tracing-enabled graphics card, and DirectX 12 with Shader Model 6.6 or higher. Estimated performance: 1080p(Upscale)/30fps with graphics settings at "Low". Framerate might drop in graphics-intensive scenes.
Recommended
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system · Additional Notes: TBD
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE — Frequently Asked Questions
- When does ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE release?
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is set to launch on Oct 2026 (Coming Soon on Steam).
- What kind of game is ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE?
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is an Aerial Combat / Action game. Soar through the skies and rise above every challenge to earn your place among the elite.
- Is ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE supports co-op and multiplayer on Steam.
- Is ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE on Steam Deck or consoles?
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE runs on Windows via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
- How much does ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE cost?
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is priced at $69.99 on Steam.
- What are ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE's system requirements?
- The developer has not published detailed system requirements yet.
- Is ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE worth wishlisting?
- If you enjoy Aerial Combat / Action games like other Aerial Combat / Action games, yes. It's drawing steady follower growth.
- Who made ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE?
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is developed by Bandai Namco Aces Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc..
- What games is ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE similar to?
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE sits alongside Aerial Combat / Action games such as other Aerial Combat / Action games.
- What platforms is ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE on?
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is available on Windows.
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