Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Launch Trailer Released

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Ahead of its October 2 release, Bandai Namco and PROJECT ACES have unveiled the launch trailer for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve.

Welcome aboard, pilots, to your new theater of battle.
Let’s get you up to speed on ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE.#ACE8 releases October 2nd, 2026!
Pre-order now: https://t.co/mOpeyHldtA

Learn more: https://t.co/zgfStVU8dh pic.twitter.com/JDIHwqAI2l

— Bandai Namco US (@BandaiNamcoUS) September 25, 2026

Inviting players to rise above, Ace Comabt 8: Wings of Theve utilizes Unreal Engine 5 and proprietary technology in what amounts to an ultra-realistic aerial thrill ride.

Taking to the skies alongside fellow pilots Baxter, Tasha, and Coster, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will have players taking the fight against the invading Republic of Sotoa as they set out to reclaim their homeland.

Be sure to check out the launch trailer for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve below:

ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Launch Trailer

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will release for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

No matter the platform, learn more about this title via its official website. Those that pre-order Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will unlock the F-14A aircraft and exclusive access to ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR.

Could we have done differently to prevent things from spiraling out of control… or was this always how it would come to pass?

HOUR ZERO – The Prelude to ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE – comes to a close, but the story isn't over yet.

Catch all HOUR ZERO episodes:… pic.twitter.com/NJXq4Q8kka

— Ace Combat (@AceCombatGames) September 29, 2026

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Source: Press Release