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Every Ace Combat game, in release order

There are 15 main Ace Combat games, from Air Combat (1995) to ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE (2026). The page also lists 2 remasters, ports, compilations and spin-offs.

451 critic and player ratings across the series.

Where to start

Start with Air Combat (1995), the first game in the series.

ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN (2019) is the highest-rated entry, with a critic score of 81/100.

Main Ace Combat games

Remasters, ports and re-releases

FAQ
How many Ace Combat games are there?

There are 15 main Ace Combat games, from Air Combat (1995) to ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE (2026). The page also lists 2 remasters, ports, compilations and spin-offs. Updated November 2026.

In what order should I play Ace Combat?

Play the main Ace Combat games in release order: Air Combat (1995), Ace Combat 2 (1997), Ace Combat 3: Electrosphere (1999), Ace Combat 04: Shattered Skies (2001), Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War (2004), Ace Combat Advance (2005), Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War (2006), Ace Combat X: Skies of Deception (2006), Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation (2007), Ace Combat: Joint Assault (2010), …. The highest-rated entry is ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN (2019), a common starting point for newcomers. Remasters and ports are listed apart: play the version available on your platform.

What is the latest Ace Combat game?

The latest Ace Combat game is ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE, released in 2026.