Franchise fans' seven-year wait is almost over...
Ace Combat 8 Wings of Theve was announced last night at The Game Awards, and marks seven years since the franchise’s last sequel.
“The first mainline entry in Ace Combat in seven years promises to elevate the flight shooting franchise to new heights, harnessing the power of Unreal Engine 5 and proprietary technology to create a visually stunning, ultra-realistic aerial thrill ride,” Bandai Namco said in a press release.
“Ace Combat 8 Wings of Theve will feature a deep, engaging Campaign Mode that puts players in the role of an ace pilot in an emotionally charged story of identity and duty, fighting for the survival of their homeland,” the publisher continued.
“The announcement trailer gives the first taste of the game’s deep Campaign Mode, where players take on the role of an ace pilot in Strangereal, a world at war, rooted entirely in a fictitious universe but one where the weight of decisions, the pressure of command and the bonds forged in battle will feel all too real,” the press release continued.
“With their nation Federation of Central Usea (FCU) occupied and its navy shattered, players enter the cockpit as the “Wings of Theve” – a legendary ace, a name tied to Theve, the capital of the FCU, and a symbol of hope for every citizen in their homeland. Joined by three new fighter pilots, theirs is a flight against odds versus the Republic of Sotoa to reclaim their lost homeland, eliminate the threat to their people, taking on the name of their capital city and carrying the hope of every FCU citizen.”
Ace Combat 8 Wings of Theve is planned for a 2026 release on Windows PC, Xbox Series S, Xbox Series X, and PS5.
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