What is the best Ace Combat game?

From arcade-style dogfighting to cinematic campaigns with fictional geopolitics, each entry pushed flight combat in a different direction. Cast your vote!

1

Ace Combat 04: Shattered Skies

The 2001 PS2 entry that established the Ace Combat formula and introduced the fictional Strangereal universe with a stirring narrative.

1000pts

2

Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War

The acclaimed 2004 entry widely praised for its emotionally complex story and the best narrative in the series.

499pts

3

Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War

The 2006 prequel that digs into lore-rich Cold War-style aerial conflict and features the legendary Galm Team.

499pts

4

Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation

The 2007 Xbox 360 exclusive praised for its large-scale team-based battles and impressive visual spectacle.

374pts

5

Ace Combat: Assault Horizon

The 2011 real-world-set entry that divided fans with its more cinematic close-range dogfighting system and Call of Duty-inspired tone.

374pts

6

Ace Combat 3: Electrosphere

The 1999 futuristic entry with a bold cyberpunk aesthetic and five distinct storyline branches praised for narrative ambition.

285pts

7

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown

The 2019 return to Strangereal blending spectacular VR support with classic Ace Combat formula refined for modern audiences.

166pts

8

Ace Combat 2

The 1997 PS1 sequel that set the template for the entire series with satisfying mission variety and tight dogfighting gameplay.

166pts