Bandai Namco has announced the release of Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown Deluxe Edition for the Nintendo Switch, marking the debut of the cult favorite aerial combat series on the platform. This deluxe version is set to launch on July 11 and will include all the original content from the game alongside six DLC packs and additional bonuses. Ace Combat 7 initially took off in 2020 and has since sold over 5 million units across other platforms including PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.

The Deluxe Edition promises fans the same high-octane experience with both single-player and multiplayer modes supporting 2-8 players. Bandai Namco has gone the extra mile by offering a comparison trailer, showing the Nintendo Switch and PS4 versions side by side, to ease any concerns regarding performance on Nintendo's hardware. Though visually scaled down, the gameplay remains true to its origins.

Despite no news on a future installment to the series, additional DLC beyond the Deluxe Edition is planned for release after the July 11 launch. Ace Combat 7 has been appreciated for its engaging arcade flight combat and high-quality visuals, though it received some criticism for its convoluted story and at times, unclear objectives.

What content does Ace Combat 7 Deluxe Edition include for Nintendo Switch?

The Ace Combat 7 Deluxe Edition for Nintendo Switch includes three original aircraft sets, three single-player missions, the bonus Music Player Mode, the Playable Aircraft F-104C - Avril, the Playable Aircraft F-4E Phantom II, as well as three aircraft skins and eight emblems from past entries of the series.

Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown continues the long-standing Ace Combat series known for combining action-packed aerial combat with a dramatic storyline. The series is renowned for its detailed and realistic aircraft models, as well as its immersive gameplay that allows players to feel like ace pilots. The games often blend real-world and fictional elements, providing an experience that is both grounded and imaginative. As the series comes to Nintendo Switch, it brings with it the legacy of engaging dogfights and aerial strategy that fans have enjoyed for decades. Fans can look forward to taking the adrenaline-fueled flight battles on the go, which is a new frontier for the Ace Combat franchise.