Seasonal track
Ace Combat 8 Ace Pass Explained — Free, Premium & Plus
The Ace Pass is Online seasonal progression (~every two months). Free track for everyone; Premium adds exclusive rewards/aircraft; Premium Plus adds a 30-level skip. Deluxe includes a Plus voucher for one season you choose. Season 1 Level 1 Premium highlight: ADFX-02 Morgan–PIXY.
Official Online Player intent
Ace Pass tiers
| Tier | How to get | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Ace Pass (Free) | Play Online | Seasonal rewards via Ace Pass XP |
| Premium Ace Pass | Purchase | Extra rewards, exclusives, aircraft access |
| Premium Ace Pass Plus | Purchase or Deluxe voucher | Premium rewards + instant 30 levels |
How XP is earned
Complete Ace Combat Online missions to earn Ace Pass XP and level the track.
Deluxe voucher rules
- Redeems one season of Premium Ace Pass Plus.
- Not forced onto Season 1 — you can save it.
- Post-launch Deluxe still includes voucher; early access does not return.
Season 1 spotlight — Morgan–PIXY
Premium Season 1 offers ADFX-02 Morgan–PIXY early on the track. Online use on unlock; campaign use after finishing all campaign missions per Bandai notes. Aircraft from Premium seasons are slated for separate purchase after the season ends.
Fairness notes from Bandai
Official FAQ: no paid loot boxes; rewards focus on aircraft, upgrades, cosmetics — not consumable paywalls in current plans.
People also ask
Is Ace Pass free?
There is a free track; Premium/Plus are paid upgrades.
What does Deluxe’s Ace Pass voucher do?
Unlocks Premium Ace Pass Plus for one season + 30-level skip.
How often does Ace Pass refresh?
About every two months.
What is Morgan–PIXY?
Season 1 Premium aircraft reward based on Ace Combat Zero’s ADFX-02.
Further reading
Premium Ace Pass Plus voucher
The Premium Ace Pass Plus voucher (included with Deluxe / sold separately) redeems one season of Premium Ace Pass Plus in the in-game shop: full premium track rewards plus a 30-level skip. It is not locked to Season 1 — you can save it for a later season. Free Ace Pass remains available to everyone; Premium adds the paid track; Plus = Premium + skip.
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Primary: Ace Combat 8 Ace Pass. Also: Premium Ace Pass Plus, Season 1, Morgan PIXY, battle pass. Fan guide — Bandai Namco FAQ cited.