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Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve

by Bandai Namco Aces Inc. · published by Bandai Namco Entertainment

Released October 2, 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

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About Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve

Soar through the skies and rise above every challenge to earn your place among the elite. Engage in intense aerial combat to dominate the battlefield with powerful weapons. Experience a breathtaking campaign filled with high-stakes missions, hard choices, and deep squad connections.

You're a fighter pilot, adrift at sea in a rescue boat until the outdated aircraft carrier, Endurance, pulls you aboard.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.

Release dates by platform

PCEarly accessSeptember 29, 2026 · Out now
PlayStation 5October 2, 2026 · Out now
Xbox Series X|SOctober 2, 2026 · Out now

Reviews & players

Critic score904 reviews
Steam reviewsVery Positive81% of 17K positive

PC system requirements

Official specs from Steam

Full specs

Minimum

OSWindows 11
ProcessorIntel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X
Memory16 GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060[6 GB] / AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT[8 GB]
DirectXVersion 12
Storage150 GB available space

Recommended

OSWindows 11
ProcessorIntel Core i7-12700K / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
Memory32 GB RAM
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070[8 GB] / AMD Radeon RX 6800 [16 GB]
DirectXVersion 12
Storage150 GB available space

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve FAQ

When did Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve come out?

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve was released on October 2, 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

Is Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve on PlayStation 5?

Yes. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve launched on PlayStation 5 on October 2, 2026.

Is Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve on Xbox Series X|S?

Yes. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve launched on Xbox Series X|S on October 2, 2026.

Is Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve on Nintendo Switch 2?

No. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve has not been announced for Nintendo Switch 2. It is available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

Who is making 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.

Is Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve multiplayer?

Yes. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative.

How much does Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve cost?

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve costs $69.99 on Steam. Prices checked October 9, 2026.

Is Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve good?

Steam players rate it "Very Positive" — 81% of 16,621 reviews are positive. Critics average 90/100.

What are the minimum PC requirements for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve?

The minimum GPU is NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060[6 GB] / AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT[8 GB]. See the full minimum and recommended specs on our Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve system requirements page.

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