Release date, platforms and news
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve
Bandai Namco’s flight combat series returns with a new campaign and online modes.
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- Bandai Namco Entertainment
When did Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve come out?
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve launched on 2 October 2026 on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
| Platform | Release date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| PC | 2 October 2026 | Out now |
| PS5 | 2 October 2026 | Out now |
| Xbox Series X|S | 2 October 2026 | Out now |
Has Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve been delayed?
No. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve's release date has not moved since GamerGuru began tracking it.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve guides
Ace Combat 8 HORI flight stick yawing left on PC? Update to V1.60Ace Combat 8 Deluxe skins missing in campaign? Finish the story firstLatest Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve coverage
HORI / PC firmware
Ace Combat 8 HORI flight stick yawing left on PC? Update to V1.60
Check the exact HORI device and firmware number before treating every flight-stick fault as the same issue.
Deluxe extras / Campaign requirement
Ace Combat 8 Deluxe skins missing in campaign? Finish the story first
Check the exact extra and its mode before redeeming a premium voucher or looking for campaign cosmetics.
Joker Flight / Campaign commands
Ace Combat 8 puts Joker Flight under your command
Joker Flight can take your orders, though its role in a victory depends on what you expect from your wingmen.
Ace Combat 8 / 2 October
Ace Combat 8 gives its campaign and online mode separate progression
REX has a war story to finish; online pilots build their own mercenary career.