ACE COMBAT 8
WINGS OF THEVE
Everything you need before you take the name "Wings of Theve" — aircraft, editions, new systems, and multiplayer, tracked and updated all the way to launch.
Latest News
Every confirmed reveal and update, tracked close to when it happens.
Getting Started
New to the series? What's actually different (and easier) in Wings of Theve.
Aircraft List
30+ playable aircraft across four categories — updated as new confirmations drop.
Compare Aircraft
Put up to 4 aircraft head-to-head — speed, mobility, firepower, and more.
Story & Setting
The FCU, the Sotoa invasion, and what "Wings of Theve" really means.
Characters
Meet Joker Flight — Baxter, Tasha, and Coster.
Superweapons & Bosses
The 450-meter Land Battleship, and every boss encounter confirmed so far.
Editions & Pre-order
Standard vs Deluxe vs Joker Flight Pack, and what each bonus actually unlocks.
Ace Style System
How your in-mission choices shape your pilot identity and the story outcome.
New Mechanics
Debris damage, dual special weapons, no more weak-point-only hits, and more.
Ace Combat Online
The franchise's largest multiplayer mode — lobby, avatars, cross-platform play.
Release Date & Platforms
October 2, 2026 — full launch details, early access, and regional timing.
System Requirements
What PC hardware you actually need — SSD and ray tracing GPU required.
Ace Combat Zero Bonus
Why every pre-order includes The Belkan War, and how to claim it.