Patented backend architecture delivers ultra-low latency, high-speed in-game synchronization, and massive concurrency for AAA online experiences.

TOKYO – October 2, 2026 – Soft-Gear Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Kengo Aoki), a leader in real-time server and network technology, today announced that its proprietary server library, STRIX ENGINE®, has been selected as the core online infrastructure for ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVEthe latest installment in the world-renowned dramatic flight shooting series which was released on October 2, 2026 by Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.

ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE represents the pinnacle of aerial combat entertainment, offering players intense, high-speed dogfights and immersive multiplayer action. To deliver an uncompromised online experience to players worldwide, Bandai Namco Entertainment integrated STRIX ENGINE® across all critical backend operations—including real-time matchmaking, ultra-high-speed in-game synchronization, and large-scale messaging/chat architecture.

■　Powering Global Real-Time Multiplayer at Scale

In modern AAA online gaming, maintaining low latency and seamless state synchronization across international networks is a paramount technical challenge. STRIX ENGINE® addresses this by deploying patented backend technologies designed for high-throughput message processing and massive concurrent connections. By eliminating the performance bottlenecks traditional server libraries face, STRIX ENGINE® ensures that ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE maintains precise synchronization during intense dogfights and smooth session management across global player bases.

【Game Specifications】

• Title: ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE
• Developer: Bandai Namco Aces Inc. (Development Support: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.)
• Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
• Release Date: October 2, 2026 (Early Access: September 29, 2026)
• Supported Platforms: PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, STEAM®
• Official Website: https://enso-order.acecombat.jp/
• Copyright: ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE™ & ©Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.

■　About STRIX ENGINE®

STRIX ENGINE® is an advanced, high-performance server library built specifically for online game development and server solutions. Its modular architecture enables developers to integrate specialized backend functions—such as core communications, matchmaking APIs, and messaging systems—either as standalone components or as a comprehensive backend foundation.

About Soft-Gear Co., Ltd.

Soft-Gear Co., Ltd. is a technology venture specializing in advanced real-time communication and server technologies for online game development. Leveraging its patented network solutions, Soft-Gear provides comprehensive support for online content creation—ranging from the development and provision of its high-speed server library, STRIX ENGINE®, to full-scale contract game development and specialized bug-fixing services. Soft-Gear remains dedicated to advancing network technology, reducing developer overhead, and delivering reliable, premium multiplayer experiences to players worldwide.

* All other product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

* “ACE COMBAT” and “ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE” are trademarks of Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.