Is Ace Combat 8 on PS5?
Yes. Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve is confirmed for PS5 and launches on October 2, 2026. It is a current-generation release; no PS4 version has been announced.
What PS5 players get
The PS5 release includes the single-player campaign and Ace Combat Online. Bandai Namco lists both single-player and multiplayer for the game. The Deluxe Edition adds three days of early access, a Premium Ace Pass Plus voucher, and a cosmetic set.
- All preorders include the playable F-14A.
- The preorder version of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War is a PS5 port of the 2006 PS2 game.
- Deluxe early access begins before the standard October 2 launch.
PS5 release and unlock time
PlayStation published exact launch timing: October 1 at 3:00 PM PT / 6:00 PM ET, October 2 at 12:00 AM CEST, and October 2 at 7:00 AM JST. Store timing can differ by region, so use the countdown shown on your own PlayStation Store purchase as the final check.
Is there a PSVR2 mode?
A PSVR2 mode is not listed on the official game or PlayStation product pages as of July 17, 2026. The campaign uses first-person story scenes, but that presentation is not confirmation of VR support. Buy the game for its standard PS5 modes unless Bandai Namco announces otherwise.
PS5 FAQ
Is Ace Combat 8 on PS5?
Yes. PS5 is one of the three officially confirmed platforms.
Does the PS5 preorder include Ace Combat Zero?
Yes. Bandai Namco and PlayStation list a PS5-ported version of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War plus the playable F-14A as preorder bonuses.
Can PS5 players start early?
Digital Deluxe Edition preorder early access begins September 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM PDT.