Players are tasked with a consecutive series of missions. Most Ace Combat games follow the same general gameplay format. The newest major game in the franchise is Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown, released in January 2019 on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Steam. As of November 2022, the franchise sold over 18 million total copies across all games and regions. The Ace Combat games are characterized by dramatic stories, fast-paced gameplay, and grandiose soundtracks.Īce Combat is recognized as one of the most successful and longest-running arcade flight franchises in the video game industry. The franchise typically features accurate real-life military aircraft in addition to unique fictional designs. 'Out of all of the games that I regularly play, Ace Combat games are the most consistent for moments that have made me feel so thrilled with gaming that hairs stand up on the back of my neck that I'm so goddamn excited to be playing it.' ― John Bain (TotalBiscuit) Īce Combat (often stylized as ACE COMBAT) is an arcade flight action video game franchise developed and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment since 1995.

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