Ace Combat Zero to get standalone Steam app, separate from 136GB Ace Combat 8 install
The pre-order bonus currently can't be downloaded without the full Ace Combat 8 install, which drew negative Steam reviews. The split also adds Steam Cloud saves.
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Ace Combat 8
The latest Ace Combat flight game, which is a 136GB install on Steam.
ReleasedOct 2, 2026
DeveloperBandai Namco Aces Inc.
PublisherBandai Namco
PlatformsPC
About the game
Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is an arcade-style flight combat game developed by Project Aces. The player is an elite pilot aboard the aging carrier Endurance, after the Federation of Central Usea is invaded by the Republic of Sotoa.
Players take part in dogfights and missions, with first-person cinematic scenes and bonds with squad members between missions. The game includes an online lobby and multiplayer modes, including co-op and cross-platform play.
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