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Ace Combat 8 Preview: 30 Aircraft, Carrier, Railgun Battleship

6/5/2026

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Story summary

Aces previewed Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve in Los Angeles, citing smartphone-propaganda and misinformation as a challenge.
Pilot defeated by the Republic of Sotoa joins the Federation of Central Usea’s carrier.
When ace Cope is shot down, player inherits the mantle, starts with an F/A-18E, and can unlock 30 aircraft.
Missiles lock within 2,000 m and need an approach, while mission nine pits the player against a USS Iowa-style battleship with railgun turrets.

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Story summary

Aces previewed Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve in Los Angeles, citing smartphone-propaganda and misinformation as a challenge.
Pilot defeated by the Republic of Sotoa joins the Federation of Central Usea’s carrier.
When ace Cope is shot down, player inherits the mantle, starts with an F/A-18E, and can unlock 30 aircraft.
Missiles lock within 2,000 m and need an approach, while mission nine pits the player against a USS Iowa-style battleship with railgun turrets.