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What changed in ACE COMBAT™ 7: SKIES UNKNOWN in 2026

18 updates · 11 main milestones · Jun 3, 2026 to Oct 2, 2026

  1. 10 events
    Dozens of Licensed and Experimental Aircraftgameplay

    The game includes a variety of licensed aircraft as well as fictional and experimental ones.

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    Release of ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVEnew contentMilestone

    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE will be available on October 2, 2026.

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    Improved Graphics and Environmental SystemsvisualsMilestone

    ACE COMBAT 8 features enhanced graphics and environmental systems for a more immersive experience.

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    Premium Ace Pass Plus in ACE COMBAT ONLINEgameplay

    Pre-order the Digital Deluxe edition to unlock bonus skins, costumes, and the Premium Ace Pass Plus.

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    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Release Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE releases on October 2nd.

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    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Release Date Announceddlc releaseMilestone

    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE will launch on October 2, 2026, with early access for Deluxe Edition pre-orders on September 29, 2026.

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    First-Person Perspective StorytellinggameplayMilestone

    The story of ACE COMBAT 8 is told completely from the player's perspective in first person.

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    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Release Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE releases October 2nd, 2026!

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    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Release Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE releases October 2nd, 2026.

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    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Launch Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE releases October 2nd!

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  2. 1 event
    Lindsey Stirling Collaboration Music Videonew content

    A tribute music video featuring Lindsey Stirling performing 'Hortus Regis Alti' is now available.

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  3. 1 event
    Deluxe Edition Features Revealednew contentMilestone

    The Deluxe Edition includes the base game, 3 days of early access, a customizable cosmetic set, and a Premium Ace Pass Plus Voucher.

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  4. 1 event
    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Opening Cinematicnew content

    Watch the ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Opening Cinematic on September 24th.

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  5. 3 events
    ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Early Accessdlc releaseMilestone

    Pre-order the Deluxe Edition for Early Access starting September 29, 2026.

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    Flight Control Modes in ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVEgameplay

    Select between Standard and Expert flight control modes for different gameplay experiences.

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    Difficulty Settings in ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVEnew content

    Players can choose from Rookie, Pilot, Veteran, or Elite difficulty settings.

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  6. 2 events
    ACE COMBAT 8 Utilizes Unreal Engine 5performanceMilestone

    The game harnesses the power of Unreal Engine 5 and proprietary technology for ultra-realistic graphics.

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    Pre-order Bonuses Announcednew content

    Pre-orders include bonuses such as ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR and the playable aircraft F‑14A Tomcat.

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