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Ace Combat 8 hands-on preview and interview: ‘it became real-life quite quickly'Ace Combat 8 is set to deliver a modern take on aerial combat, building on the success of Ace Combat 7 which sold 7.5 million copies. The game features a complex backstory in the fictional Strangereal world, stunning graphics enhanced by a new 'Cloudy' engine, and a focus on action gameplay with realistic elements. Developers Kazutoki Kono and Manabu Shimomoto discussed the game's themes of information manipulation and its grounded approach to near-future technology.- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE WALKTHROUGH TRAILER DIVES INTO AERIAL COMBAT GAME PLAY AND CUSTOMIZATIONBandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has released a new trailer for ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE, showcasing aerial combat, aircraft customization, and superweapon battles. Developed by Bandai Namco Aces Inc. using Unreal Engine 5, the game will feature a deep campaign set in Strangereal. Early Access for the Deluxe Edition begins September 29, 2026, with the full launch on October 2, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
- Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve ‘Walkthrough’ trailerBandai Namco Entertainment and developer Bandai Namco Aces have released a 10-minute walkthrough trailer for the upcoming title Ace Combat 8. The trailer showcases gameplay and features of the game.
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE TAKES FLIGHT 2 OCTOBER 2026Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe has announced that Ace Combat 8: Wings of the Ve will launch on October 2, 2026, with early access for the Digital Deluxe Edition on September 29, 2026. Developed by Bandai Namco Aces Inc. using Unreal Engine 5, the game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-orders include a digital copy of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War and various edition-specific bonuses.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve release date confirmed for October – here’s what we know so farBandai Namco has confirmed that Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will be released on October 2, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC. Developed by Bandai Namco Aces using Unreal Engine 5, the game is set in the fictional world of Strangereal and features a story of resistance against an occupying force. The title will include a campaign, multiplayer, and various editions offering early access and bonus content, including a digital copy of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War.- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE TAKES FLIGHT THIS OCTOBERBandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. announced that ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE will launch on October 2, 2026, with early access for Deluxe Edition holders on September 29. The game is developed by Bandai Namco Aces Inc. using Unreal Engine 5 and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. Preorders include a bonus copy of ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Launches October 2 With Ace Combat Zero Pre-Order BonusBandai Namco announced that Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will launch on October 2, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with Deluxe Edition early access on September 29. The game utilizes Unreal Engine 5 and features a new campaign in Strangereal. Pre-orders include a digital copy of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War.
All Major State of Play June 2026 AnnouncementsSony's June 2026 State of Play showcase featured numerous game announcements and trailers. Highlights include God of War Laufey, Marvel's Wolverine gameplay, Until Dawn 2, and release dates for games like Rayman Legends Retold and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis. Several titles, including ILL and KEMURI, received new trailers and release windows for 2027.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve launches in OctoberBandai Namco Entertainment and Bandai Namco Aces have announced that Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will launch on October 2nd for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. The game features high-octane aerial action, dynamic cloudscapes, and a campaign mode with both aerial combat and first-person story cinematics.- Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Developer Diary Showcases Story, Living Skies, and GameplayA new developer diary for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve highlights the game's story, "living skies" dynamic cloud system, and gameplay accessibility. The game will feature photorealistic first-person story scenes and will launch in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
- Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve developer diaryPublisher Bandai Namco Entertainment and developer Bandai Namco Aces have released an eight-minute developer diary for the upcoming title Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. The video offers insights into the game's development process.
- Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve ‘Strangereal Evolution Episode 1’ trailerBandai Namco Entertainment and developer Bandai Namco Aces have released a new trailer for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, subtitled 'Strangereal Evolution Episode 1'. The trailer showcases new gameplay and story elements for the upcoming flight combat title.