Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve - Walkthrough Trailer with 10 Minutes of Commentary-Driven Gameplay

The new walkthrough trailer for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve guides viewers through dogfights, story moments, and a spectacular boss battle. A must-watch for anyone who enjoys flight games.

Bandai Namco has released a nearly ten-minute walkthrough trailer for Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, showcasing the key gameplay elements of the upcoming flight action game. It's worth noting that this is not a flight simulator, but rather a more accessible, action-focused arcade experience. A commentator accompanies the footage, explaining what's happening on screen—helpful for newcomers to the series, but also interesting for longtime Ace Combat fans who may not know every detail yet or simply want to admire the impressively authentic visuals.

Ace Combat 8 Is About More Than Just Flying and Shooting

Ace Combat 8 doesn't rely solely on fast-paced dogfights among cinematically staged cloud formations. As in most Ace Combat games, the story plays a major role in the overall experience. As a pilot with the callsign "Wings of Theve," you lead Joker Squadron—consisting of Baxter, Tasha, and Coster—in the fight to reclaim your occupied homeland. Between missions, you bond with your squadron, while cutscenes unfold in real time and from a first-person perspective.

The walkthrough video—perhaps more accurately described as a "flythrough" video—also features an aerial battle against a massive boss enemy, continuing Ace Combat's tradition of spectacular large-scale combat sequences. Technically, the game is powered by Unreal Engine 5 and enhanced with proprietary cloud technology that creates dynamic, multi-layered cloud formations. These clouds are not only visually impressive but also have an impact on gameplay.

Buy Ace Combat 8 – Pre-Order Bonuses on Gamesplanet

Anyone who pre-orders from us—whether the Standard or Deluxe Edition—will receive additional pre-order bonuses: the playable F-14A Tomcat fighter jet and a free copy of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War (Steam version).

The latter is a PlayStation 2 classic from 2006 in which you take on the role of the mercenary pilot "Cipher" during the fictional Belkan War of 1995. As a prequel to Ace Combat 5, it has maintained cult status within the community to this day. Both editions include the pre-order bonuses.

Only the Deluxe Edition also includes Advanced Access. Advanced Access is currently scheduled to begin on September 29, 2026—three days before the official launch on October 2.