https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ace-combat-8-developer-apologises-for-belkan-war-pre-order-backlash-explains-why-it-happened-and-vows-to-explore-possiblContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ace-combat-8-developer-apologises-for-belkan-war-pre-order-backlash-explains-why-it-happened-and-vows-to-explore-possiblhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ace-combat-8-developer-apologises-for-belkan-war-pre-order-backlash-explains-why-it-happened-and-vows-to-explore-possibl#u105889Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:05:56 +0000The development team behind Ace Combat 8 has issued an apology following intense backlash from players on Steam regarding the pre-order bonus port of Ace Combat Zero: The Belkan War. Fans expressed frustration because the modern port was listed as a standalone app on Steam, but it actually requires players to install the main game to launch and cannot be sold separately due to expired fighter jet licenses. The early access launch faced a rocky start as reviewers voiced their anger over these limited launch options.Why it mattersThe controversy highlights growing player sensitivities regarding