ACE COMBAT™ 7: SKIES UNKNOWN - Unexpected Visitor is an expansion pack developed by Bandai Namco Studios. It is a single, new Special Mission (SP Mission 01) that integrates into the existing combat fighting simulation experience of the base game. The mission’s core focus is to secure air superiority as players assume the role of an elite Osean Federation fighter pilot commanding a supersonic jet.

Engaging tactical combat that rewards resource management

The gameplay in ACE COMBAT™ 7: SKIES UNKNOWN - Unexpected Visitor centers on a pivotal high-stakes engagement that requires superiority over Artiglio Port to facilitate the capture of a colossal Erusean submarine aircraft carrier, the Alicorn. The active war zone setting demands skillful maneuvering and target management, reinforcing the core arcade-style combat flight simulation that players of the base game are familiar with.

The extension pack is an optional mission pack that enhances the game’s narrative between core campaign missions 10 and 11. The gameplay mechanics, including aircraft selection and weapon loadouts, utilize ACE COMBAT 7’s established Aircraft Tree and Mission Research Points (MRP) progression system. Additionally, instead of acquiring weapons by defeating enemies, it is instead done through purchasing within the in-game hangar.

Intense air combat focused on unique threats

The ACE COMBAT™ 7: SKIES UNKNOWN - Unexpected Visitor DLC allows players to assume the role of an Osean Federation fighter pilot to engage in air combat and secure air superiority over Artiglio Port. This extension mission reinforces the core arcade-style combat and strategic target management that the franchise is known for. While it is an optional mission pack, it enhances the game’s narrative by fitting chronologically between core campaign missions 10 and 11.