Wccftech 91
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown's aerial dogfighting is absolutely exhilarating in multiplayer.
Video Chums 91
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is a top-notch flight combat game with one of the best VR implementations that you'll ever have the joy to experience. Simply put, the variety of challenging and memorable missions, breathtaking sights and sounds, fun online multiplayer, and super-tight gameplay make it a must-have game for anyone with a fondness for the genre.
God is a Geek 90
Ace Combat 7 is a hugely satisfying, even empowering, experience that's taken to the next level in VR.
Digitally Downloaded 90
It's now in its 20th year, but Ace Combat 7 shows that there's plenty of life yet in the series. Neither pure arcade, nor hardcore simulation, it straddles the line it needs to offer both a sense of flight and fast, furious dogfight action, even as it tells a cinematic and genuinely enjoyable story.
M3 90
Twelve and a half years have passed since the last great Ace Combat game. Fortunately, Project Aces have ignored recent years' failures and instead delivers a game that might be the best in the series. Sure, we would have liked some more memorable missions, a more cohesive story and a better checkpoint system. But other than that, there is not much to complain about. The sky and airplanes look wonderful, while the improved physics makes the flying feel better than ever - not least thanks to the well-made weather effects. Gameplay-wise Ace Combat 7 is the best flight action game ever, and an absolute must for all everyone who dreamed about sitting in a fighter jet.
Press Start Australia 90
Ace Combat fans will be very pleased with an extremely fun aerial combat game with plenty to do. The fantastic PlayStation VR mode is a must-play and a great addition to an already fantastic game.
TheSixthAxis 90
In Ace Combat 7 dogfighting games have a new Top Gun. The VR sadly turned my stomach, but the series’ trademark action is bigger and better than ever, with the spectacular weather effects introducing a level of realism and drama that will win over any wannabe Mavericks.
Multiplayer.it 87
Neither newcomers nor long time Ace Combat fans will be disappointed by Skies Unknown.
IGN Spain 86
The use of the Unreal Engine 4 raises the Ace Combat franchise to new levels. Exquisite gameplay, a long and varied campaign ... it's a pity that its multiplayer content is so scarce.
PlayStation Universe 85
Ace Combat 7 delivers a perfectly honed iteration of a familiar framework, making vast visual and gameplay improvements while still maintaining the familiar structure of Ace Combat. Balancing the angst of seeing a war from multiple sides, every mission you fly feels consequential, your tiny contributions having an effect on the events of a world that is so much larger than the pilot known as Trigger. Ace Combat 7 is a must for flight-sim fans and a fantastic addition to the series.
UploadVR 85
Ace Combat 7’s VR support makes for one of the most convincing, bombastic games you’ll see in a headset. It’s a powerhouse display of roaring engines and teeth-grinding tension that’s never anything less than relentlessly enjoyable. And yet it’s painfully short, over before you can even pinch yourself to see if you’re dreaming. But, to hell with it, it’s left me with a heightened pulse rate, sweaty palms and the biggest grin VR has yet put on my face. If I can’t praise that, then what’s the point? Now let’s start the campaign for more of it.
Hobby Consolas 84
Ace Combat 7 brings us 30 of the world´s most advanced war planes to engage different combat scenarios (escorting civilian planes, attacking refineries, evading enemy radar, facing an enemy ace...). Although it is an arcade, planes feel realistic and we enjoyed 8 player online mode and VR levels for PS4 version.
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IGN Italia 83
A great restart for the Ace Combat series, a chapter perfect for both old players and newcomers.
SpazioGames 82
Ace Combat 7 is what the sim-arcade Bandai Namco series needed. New technologies, a great campaign and an interesting VR mode are the elements for this Ace Combat mix.
Metro GameCentral 80
A successful return flight for the veteran franchise, with highly entertaining aerial action that remains accessible for new fans and old.
Game Informer 80
For fans of this long-running series, Skies Unknown doesn’t live up to its name. This is the Ace Combat we’ve known and loved for decades, and it’s great to have it back. The dogfighting is rightfully the highlight and will give your reflexes a good workout.
Everyeye.it 80
Ace Combat 7 stands out as one of the most convincing episodes of an ancient and glorious series. In no uncertain terms, Skies Unknown represents the best possible result of a saga that decides to remain linked to its legacy, classic to the extreme.
Push Square 80
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is a top entry in the long-running series that sees a return to the PS2 glory days. The war opera story is enjoyably charming, despite a rather flat cast of characters, while the gameplay is, crucially, as dramatic and slick as it's ever been. Online multiplayer and PSVR are both implemented well, and serve as great companion pieces to the main campaign. Whether you’re a diehard fan or coming to this game fresh, Skies Unknown is a joy, and a series highlight.
Eurogamer Italy 80
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is the 17th entry in the Ace Combat franchise. The single-player campaign takes place in Strangereal in 2019. The game features two online multiplayer modes: Team Deathmatch and Battle Royal. Ace Combat 7 also features VR Mode, which will be exclusive to PlayStation VR for the first year of release.
GameSpot 80
Ace Combat 7 is a fantastic return for a series that is at its best when it wears its heart on its wings.
CGMagazine 80
Ace Combat 7 marks the spectacular return of a franchise that has been gone for far too long.
The Games Machine 75
In this chapter of Ace Combat, the gameplay is stripped down to a bare minimum and the air-to-ground combat is plain boring. The jaw-dropping graphics and production values will probably be enough to attract the fans of the franchise, but if arcade air fighting is not your niche, you'd better steer away.
DualShockers 75
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown reaffirms I am way too invested in this Strangereal universe and that arcade flight sims are capable of telling compelling stories about war.
IGN 70
Ace Combat 7: Unknown Skies is a great-looking arcade flight combat game, and zipping over high-quality terrain trying to establish missile locks and evade pursuers can be a lot of fun. But the experience often gets weighed down by its weird and convoluted but persistent story and poor communication of objectives. It’s enough to prove that there’s room for the series to make a comeback, though this game will be not the one to jumpstart it.
Stevivor 70
Due to its niche nature, Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown won’t be for everyone. You’d really need to love this style of game to get the full benefit of it.
Gamers Heroes 60
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown is a solid experience for fighter plane enthusiasts, but it plays things too safe. Sticking to a tried-and-tested formula that has ensured the series' success and continuation for nearly 25 years is a sound strategy, but it lacks in innovation and any new exciting creative direction.
Eurogamer Recommended
The lesser spotted aerial combat genre makes a glorious return in this heart-pumpingly exciting game.
PC Invasion 90
Though not without flaws, Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown manages to deliver an awe-inspiring and action-packed experience.
PC Gamer 75
Uncomplicated but gratifying flying, in scenarios of increasing silliness and therefore likeability.
TheXboxHub 90
It may not appeal to everyone, but if you’re a plane enthusiast looking for a game to truly bring excitement to the skies, not only is this the game you’ve been waiting for, but it’s the game the series’ 20+ year history has been building towards, pulling no punches in bringing the ultimate experience.
MondoXbox 90
An exciting flight combat sim, mixing an highly balanced and satisfying gameplay to a compelling story and awesome graphics, especially in extreme weather conditions. Some details like ground explosions and buildings could have been better, but they're small flaws in an awesome game.