Ace Combat 8 Director Addresses Three Misunderstandings About the Series

If you're just now beginning to discover Ace Combat or, for the first time, actually considering giving it a shot, you're likely not alone. Despite the fact that the series began over three decades ago, many players jumped on board for the first time only seven years ago, when Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown's multi-platform launch allowed it to reach a broader audience—and it certainly helped that it arrived with a lower barrier to entry than previous installments. According to an official statement from Bandai Namco, Ace Combat 7 managed to reach 7.5 million players worldwide, making it the biggest launch in the series' history. Now, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve looks to capitalize on that larger fan base with an even bigger, more accessible, and more immersive arcade flight combat experience than its predecessor.