July 23^rd, 2004 (12:00am) - Leading video games developer and publisher Namco Hometek Inc. announced today the availability of 50 new screenshots for Ace Combat 5, the company’s highly anticipated premiere air combat game. The new screens offer a detailed look at a variety of in-game elements including scenic environments, aerial refueling, squadron formations and coordinated group attacks. In addition, the screens showcase several featured aircraft, including F-16s, SU-35s and Rafale series jets, performing takeoffs and landings. Developed by Namco Limited in Japan, Ace Combat 5 will soar to retail shelves for the Sony PlayStation2 computer entertainment system in Fall 2004.

Ace Combat 5 combines intense dog fighting and real-life graphics with the adrenaline rush of commanding your squadron, to offer the most powerful title to date in the renowned Ace Combat 5 franchise. Offering more than 50 licensed planes and a deep storyline extending over 30 missions, players are challenged with air-to-air combat, air-to-ground fighting, air-to-sea assaults, rescue, recon and more. Now featuring Wingman Command, players can issue mid-mission directives to three fellow wingmen and carry out coordinated group attacks. Additionally, in-game radio communications add additional depth, strategy and realism to the game’s dynamic battle sequences.

For more information about Ace Combat 5, please visit http://acecombat5.namco.com.