ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE
PC requirements, performance and Steam Deck status
- Minimum
- GeForce RTX 2060 6GB · Core i7-10700K
- Recommended
- GeForce RTX 3070 · Core i7-12700K
- 60 fps 1080p high
- GeForce RTX 3070 (~60 fps, est.)
- Steam Deck
- Below minimum · ~34 fps low (est.)
- Genres
- Action
- Release
- Oct 1, 2026
- Developer
- Bandai Namco Aces Inc.
- Publisher
- Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Soar through the skies and rise above every challenge to earn your place among the elite. Engage in intense aerial combat to dominate the battlefield with powerful weapons. Experience a breathtaking campaign filled with high-stakes missions, hard choices, and deep squad connections.
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What you need for ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE needs about a GeForce RTX 3070 for 60 fps at 1080p high and a GeForce RTX 3090 at 1440p (pcgaming.io estimate, medium confidence, ±20%, model v0, data updated 2026-09-24).
| Target | Graphics card (at least) | Processor (at least) |
|---|---|---|
| 1080p · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3070 | Core i5-9400F |
| 1080p · 144 fps · Medium | GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | Ryzen 9 9900X3D |
| 1440p · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 3090 | Core i5-9400F |
| 1440p · 120 fps · High | GeForce RTX 5090 | Ryzen 7 7700X |
| 4K · 60 fps · High | GeForce RTX 4090 | Core i5-9400F |
Slowest current desktop parts (2020+ GPUs, 2019+ CPUs) our model expects to reach each target. Best GPUs for ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE →
Estimated FPS on popular graphics cards (high preset)
| Graphics card | 1080p | 1440p | 4K |
|---|---|---|---|
| GeForce GTX 1650 | 17 | 12 | 7 |
| GeForce GTX 1060 6GB | 24 | 17 | 10 |
| GeForce RTX 2060 6GB | 37 | 26 | 15 |
| Radeon RX 6600 | 40 | 28 | 17 |
| GeForce RTX 3060 12GB | 43 | 30 | 18 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU | 45 | 32 | 19 |
| Radeon RX 7600 | 50 | 35 | 21 |
| GeForce RTX 4060 | 51 | 36 | 22 |
| GeForce RTX 3070 | 60 | 42 | 25 |
| GeForce RTX 4070 | 76 | 53 | 32 |
| Radeon RX 7800 XT | 84 | 59 | 35 |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | 87 | 61 | 37 |
| Radeon RX 9070 XT | 113 | 79 | 47 |
| GeForce RTX 4080 | 117 | 82 | 49 |
| GeForce RTX 5090 | 187 | 131 | 79 |
Estimated FPS from our model (v0), based on the game's published requirements and relative GPU/CPU performance. Not measured. Real results vary with drivers, patches, and scenes. Values above 300 fps show as 300+. Data updated 2026-09-24.
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE system requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600X | Intel Core i7-12700K / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060[6 GB] / AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT[8 GB] | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070[8 GB] / AMD Radeon RX 6800 [16 GB] |
| Memory | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Video memory | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage | 150 GB | 150 GB |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Notes | This game requires an SSD, a hardware ray tracing-enabled graphics card, and DirectX 12 with Shader Model 6.6 or higher. Estimated performance: 1920×1080(Upscale)/30fps with graphics settings at "Low". Framerate might drop in graphics-intensive scenes. | This game requires an SSD, a hardware ray tracing-enabled graphics card, and DirectX 12 with Shader Model 6.6 or higher. Estimated performance: 1920x1080(Upscale)/60fps with graphics settings at "MEDIUM". Framerate might drop in graphics-intensive scenes. |
Source: Steam.
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE on handheld PCs
| Handheld | Native resolution | Estimated FPS | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Deck OLED | 1280×800 | 34 low | Below minimum |
| ROG Ally X | 1920×1080 | 28 low | Below minimum |
| ROG Xbox Ally X | 1920×1080 | 33 low | Below minimum |
| Legion Go 2 | 1920×1200 | 29 low | Below minimum |
| MSI Claw 8 AI+ | 1920×1200 | 29 low | Below minimum |
Each handheld at its own screen resolution, on the best preset that holds 30 fps. Steam Deck verdicts are Valve's rating.
Details
- Controller support
- Full
- DLC
- 0
- Series
- Ace Combat
- Features
- Single-playerMulti-playerPvPOnline PvPCo-opOnline Co-opCross-Platform MultiplayerSteam AchievementsFull controller supportIn-App PurchasesDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller SupportSteam CloudHDR availableFamily Sharing
- Languages (13)
- English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Latin America, Traditional Chinese
Full audio: English, Japanese
Latest news & patches
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Live-Action HOUR ZERO Episode 32026-09-23
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Opening Cinematic2026-09-22
- How to choose your difficulty in ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE2026-09-18
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Live-Action HOUR ZERO Episode 22026-09-17
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Live-Action HOUR ZERO Episode 12026-09-15
- ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE | Story Trailer2026-09-14
Official announcements via Steam.
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FAQ
Can ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE run on a GTX 1650?
No. The GeForce GTX 1650 is below ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE's minimum spec (GeForce RTX 2060 6GB). Our model still estimates ~30 fps at 1080p low (range 24–35, medium confidence, ±20%), but cards below the minimum may not be supported. The cheapest current card for 60 fps at 1080p high is the GeForce RTX 3070 (~60 fps). Every preset on the GTX 1650.
Can ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE run on Steam Deck?
No. The Steam Deck OLED is below ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE's minimum spec (GeForce RTX 2060 6GB). At its native 1280×800 we estimate ~34 fps on the low preset (range 27–41, medium confidence, ±20%). Even 40 fps is out of reach at native resolution. Presets for 30/40/60 fps on Steam Deck OLED.
What graphics card do I need for ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE at 1440p?
For 60 fps at 1440p high, our model points to a GeForce RTX 3090 or faster: ~60 fps (range 48–72, medium confidence, ±20%). At 1080p high a GeForce RTX 3070 is enough. 4K at 60 fps needs a GeForce RTX 4090. All are the slowest current desktop cards per target. Best GPUs for ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE by brand.
Can I run ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE on a laptop?
Yes, with a fast enough GPU. Of the 30 laptop GPUs we list, the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU is the slowest expected to reach 60 fps at 1080p high: ~63 fps (range 50–75, medium confidence, ±20%). The slowest one that meets the minimum spec, the GeForce RTX 2070 Laptop GPU, gets ~62 fps at 1080p low. ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE on the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU.
How much RAM does ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE need?
The publisher's Steam listing asks for 16 GB of RAM minimum and 32 GB recommended for ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE. For the graphics card it lists video memory of 6 GB at minimum and 8 GB recommended.
How much storage does ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE take?
ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE needs 150 GB of free storage according to the publisher's recommended spec on Steam, and the publisher says an SSD is required. The minimum operating system is Windows 11.