Bandai Namco Celebrates 30 Years of Ace Combat

The ACE COMBAT series, celebrating its 30th anniversary on June 30, 2025, is set to mark the occasion with multiple celebration projects. On its birthday, the ACES WEB site will be relaunched with English language support. With the backing of Bandai Namco Game Music, the “Original Soundtrack of ACE COMBAT” is available on major streaming services and for digital download, featuring 19 tracks from the series’ history. In addition to these festivities, a new orchestra concert, “Ace Combat/S The Symphony”, will take place at the Saitama Kaikan Grand Hall on January 31, 2026. Meanwhile, Amnibus has opened pre-orders for Ace Combat Zero-themed merchandise. Type II is producing a gaming controller designed after the Ace Combat 7 protagonist Trigger. Bandai Namco Aces, a new studio, has been developing the upcoming Ace Combat game since 2021 with ILCA. The latest entry of the Ace Combat series as of 2025 is Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown, which is readily available worldwide.

As we celebrate the enduring legacy of the ACE COMBAT series, it’s worth noting that its most recent entry, Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown, continues to fly high with remarkable success. Ahmed Hassan delves into this achievement in his post from January 17, 2025, highlighting how the game has sold an impressive 6 million copies since its release six years ago. This milestone cements Ace Combat 7’s place as a franchise bestseller and contributes to the series’ global sales surpassing 20 million units. For more insights into this ongoing success story and hints at what’s next for the series, be sure to check out his blog Ace Combat 7: Now 6 Million Copies Sold in 6 Years, Sales Continue. For those who are eager to explore the next frontier in action RPGs, Jonathan Dubinski’s article “Crimson Desert: We Tested the Game and It’s Set to Render Competition Obsolete!” (published on October 24, 2024) is a must-read. Dive into the intricate world of Crimson Desert, an ambitious title developed by Pearl Abyss that promises to redefine the genre with its innovative combat mechanics and stunning visuals. Jonathan provides an in-depth look at his hands-on experience with the game’s demo, showcasing why this upcoming release could change the landscape of action RPGs. Check it out Crimson Desert: We Tested the Game and It’s Set to Render Competition Obsolete! for an exciting preview! As we celebrate 30 years of unforgettable aerial adventures, the Ace Combat team shows no signs of slowing down. Marcus Thompson’s latest piece on Players for Life offers a tantalizing glimpse into what’s next for this iconic series (read it here: https://playersforlife.com/2025/06/30/ace-combat-director-hints-at-imminent-game-announcement/). Published on the very day of our anniversary, this article highlights how the Ace Combat team has remained resilient and innovative through three decades of continuous growth. Get ready for an exciting new chapter as they prepare to announce their next big move!