Soft Gear’s High-Performance Server Solution STRIX ENGINE Selected to Power Global Multiplayer in BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment’s "Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve"

SHINJUKU CITY, Japan, October 15, 2026 (EZ Newswire) -- 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 Theve," the 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.
• Released Date: October 2, 2026 (Early Access: September 29, 2026)
• Supported Platforms: PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Microsoft Windows (STEAM®)
• Official Website: 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.

Key technical advantages include:

• Patented High-Speed Message Relay: Handles massive message volumes with ultra-low latency, ideal for real-time action games.
• Dynamic Node Management: Ensures high scalability and efficient server-load distribution during peak traffic.
• Turnkey Engine Integration: Out-of-the-box SDK support for Unreal Engine and Unity, significantly reducing backend development overhead.

Technical Specifications

• Supported Platforms: PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Microsoft Windows (STEAM®)
• Supported Game Engines: Unreal Engine, Unity
• Supported Languages: Server: Java / Client: C++, C#, Java
• Supported Protocols: TCP, RUDP
• Official Website: strixengine.com

Corporate Information

• Company Name: Soft Gear Co., Ltd.
• Headquarters: 7F Kosugi Bldg., 1-28-11 Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan 160-0022
• Representative: Kengo Aoki, CEO
• Business Inquiries: Online Game Development, Server Library Development, QA & Bug-Fixing Services
• Founded: February 2008
• Website: soft-gear.co.jp
• Media Contact / Email: sg-info@soft-gear.co.jp

* 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.

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. For more information, please visit soft-gear.co.jp.

Media Contact

Chisato Hayashi
PR Manager, Soft Gear Co., Ltd.
pr@soft-gear.co.jp