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ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE — patch notes and updates

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ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is now available!2026-10-02Air traffic control to Joker 1: You are cleared for takeoff.Take to the skies now!We have received the latest mission reports for ACE COMBAT8: WINGS OF THEVE. Now's the perfect time to take to the skies of Strangereal and become an Ace:RISE ABOVE.
About ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR2026-10-01Aces,We’ve received questions about how the pre-order bonus, ACE COMBAT ZERO, is currently distributed, and we’d like to provide some clarification.We’ve received questions regarding how the pre-order bonus, ACE COMBAT ZERO, is being distributed, and we would like to provide some clarification.ACE COMBAT ZERO is offered as a pre-order bonus. Due to licensing restrictions and platform-related considerations, it cannot currently be released on Steam as a standalone application. As a result, we have chosen to make ACE COMBAT ZERO available through ACE COMBAT™ 8: WINGS OF THEVE.We apologize for any confusion or frustration caused by our failure t
Lindsey Stirling – Hortus Regis Alti: ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE2026-09-30Music has always been a powerful part of the ACE COMBAT series, and ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is no exception. Through characters who are themselves musicians, the game’s story explores how even in war, music acts as a point of connection between comrades, as a signal of national identity and purpose, or as the voices of those who sacrificed themselves in hopes for a brighter future. In celebration of the music that ties these themes together, Bandai Namco Entertainment and PROJECT ACES are releasing a tribute to the music of ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE in collaboration with a musician known throughout the entire world for her craft and p
Flight Stick Support Update2026-09-30We have received feedback from players regarding flight stick support in ACE COMBAT 8, and we know this is an important topic for some of our aces. At this time, some of the configuration options available for certain devices in ACE COMBAT 7 are not available in ACE COMBAT 8. We understand this can be frustrating for those who prefer flying with a HOTAS or flight stick setup, and we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. The team is carefully reviewing the situation and working on improvements to make the experience more comfortable for flight stick users. While these changes may take time, we are exploring solutions and improvements to b
About Error Code: ST-31000012026-09-30We have received reports that error code 'ST-3100001' appears while playing ACE COMBAT ONLINE, preventing players from continuing the game. This error code appears when communication with the game server is lost. Please check the following settings:・ Synchronizing the time on Windows. Please check to see if there is a time discrepancy, synchronize the time on Windows, and then test the game again. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your cooperation.The ACE COMBAT Team
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Live-Action HOUR ZERO Epilogue2026-09-29Could 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.
Product Notice2026-09-29Aces, We have received reports of unexpected crashes occurring while playing the Steam version of the game. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this issue may be causing. The development team is currently investigating the reports and working to better understand the circumstances under which these crashes may occur. While we continue our investigation, the following checks may help improve stability in certain environments: Check your graphics driver version Please ensure you are using the recommended graphics driver version. If you are using a different version, updating to the recommended driver indicated when launching the game m
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Launch Trailer2026-09-28Air traffic control to Joker 1: You are cleared for takeoff. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE releases October 2nd! Get a 3-day head start with the Deluxe Edition!
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Overview Trailer2026-09-25Welcome aboard, pilots, to your new theater of battle. Let’s get you up to speed ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE releases October 2nd, 2026!
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Opening Cinematic2026-09-24On September 24th, watch the ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Opening Cinematic and be ready to jump straight into the action on launch day! Join the waiting room and get notified:
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Live-Action HOUR ZERO Episode 32026-09-23We are the only signal still live. Dawn will come… dawn will come... Witness the final Episode of HOUR ZERO - The Prelude to ACE COMBAT 8 WINGS OF THEVE.
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Opening Cinematic2026-09-22On September 24th, watch the ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Opening Cinematic and be ready to jump straight into the action on launch day! Join the waiting room and get notified:
How to choose your difficulty in ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE2026-09-18While preparing for your next mission in ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE, you can easily customize your settings to match the ideal experience you’re looking for. This customization affects two main areas, control of your aircraft and overall gameplay difficulty. Whenever you load into your canopy, you’ll be able to select your flight control mode. Standard mode allows for intuitive control where you turn by pushing the left stick to the left or right. This control scheme might feel more natural to people who are familiar with most first or third-person gameplay. Expert mode enables full-scale control that requires you to roll your craft to the
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Live-Action HOUR ZERO Episode 22026-09-17I just do the best I can with what's in front of me. HOUR ZERO - The Prelude to ACE COMBAT 8 WINGS OF THEVE - continues now. Pre-order now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2288340/ACE_COMBAT_8_WINGS_OF_THEVE/
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Live-Action HOUR ZERO Episode 12026-09-15What does a person's character matter, if they're no longer around to show it? Welcome to HOUR ZERO - The Prelude to ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE. Learn more Pre-order now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2288340/ACE_COMBAT_8_WINGS_OF_THEVE/
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Story Trailer2026-09-14Lies, conspiracies, and gossip. They make up the dense fog that obscures what really going down in this war. The legendary ace – Wings – is no different. RISE ABOVE. Pre-order now!
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Live-Action HOUR ZERO Teaser2026-09-10HOUR ZERO - The Prelude to ACE COMBAT 8 WINGS OF THEVE - is coming next week. Stay tuned.RISE ABOVE. Pre-order now!
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Character Roster2026-09-04Meet the pilots of Joker Flight and the crew of the FCU Endurance: pilots, officers, and survivors who make up the last fighting force of a nation on the brink.You take to the skies and head for the battlefield to reclaim your homeland while forging bonds with them.Commander-rank officer and leader of Joker Flight. He was given the single sign "Wings of Theve"—a legendary ace, and a symbol of hope for the capital of FCU. However, that legend was not real.Due to his exceptional piloting skills, especially his masterful evasive maneuvers, he was selected for the manufactured ace project.In his downtime, he was known as an inveterate gambler. Al
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Online Overview Trailer2026-09-01Discover the aerial combat experience with pilots from around the world in ACE COMBAT ONLINE, the online mode of ACE COMBAT 8’s end content.Welcome back, pilots, to ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE, the latest entry in the ACE COMBAT series, releasing worldwide on October 2nd. We'll take you through the early stages of ACE COMBAT ONLINE, the online endgame mode of ACE COMBAT 8, and showcase what makes it so exciting. Discover just a glimpse of how the aerial combat experience with pilots from around the world can evolve and expand.Read our detailed article at the following link!We hope you'll get a taste of what's in store.RISE ABOVE. Pre-order n
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Strangereal Evolution Episode 32026-07-01The ACE COMBAT series has woven an epic historical narrative set in Strangereal.Let’s take a look back at the history leading up to ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE.ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE is coming October 2nd, 2026.RISE ABOVE. Pre-order now!