Ace Combat 8 Launches This October; Pre-Order Bonuses and Editions Revealed
Ace Combat fans who have been anxiously awaiting the next chapter in the long-running series will be glad to know that Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is launching this October. This was revealed during the latest PlayStation State of Play event, where Bandai showcased a brand-new trailer, revealing the release date of October 2, 2026.
We also have details on every available edition for Ace Combat 8.
Ace Combat 8 Soars Out This October
Talk about hype! With the release date finally confirmed, the game is now available to pre-order on all platforms. Details on each available edition, including the pre-order bonuses, can be found below.
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Editions
Ace Combat 8 Pre-orders Bonuses
All editions will come with the following pre-order bonuses:
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Playable Aircraft – F-14A
- ACE COMBAT ZERO: THE BELKAN WAR
Ace Combat 8 Standard Edition:
Price: $69.99
- Base game
Ace Combat 8 Deluxe Edition:
Price: $89.99
- Base game
- 3 Days Early Access
- PREMIUM ACE PASS PLUS Voucher
- Customizable Cosmetic Set
Ace Combat 8 Joker Flight Pack (Bandai Store Exclusive)
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE Deluxe Edition (Physical Disc)
- 3 Days Early Access
- PREMIUM ACE PASS PLUS Voucher
- Customizable Cosmetic Set
- The Vinyl Collection
- A numbered hardcover slipcase with mat and glossy printing effects
- Selection of 15 tracks
- 2 white vinyl records featuring 4 unique label designs with a fully printed double gatefold
- A printed turntable slipmat presented in its own sleeve
- “ACES at WAR A HISTORY 2029” Artbook
- Hardcover with mat and glossy printing effects
- 208 full-colored inner pages
- Format 8.5×11 in
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve will officially launch on October 2, 2026, for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
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