ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE ™ Flight Stick for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and Windows PC - Support
Important Notice Regarding PC Use
October 5, 2026
We have identified an issue where yaw input (controlled by twisting the stick) remains directed to the left when the “ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE™ Flight Stick for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and Windows PC” is used in FLIGHT Mode on a PC.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by this issue.
PC Input Modes
- FLIGHT Mode: DirectInput — affected by this issue
- PAD Mode: XInput — not affected
Although the input format differs between the two modes, there is no difference in gameplay or control functionality when playing ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE™.
Temporary Workaround
For PC users, please switch the mode selector on the back of the product to PAD Mode (XInput). The product can be used normally in this mode.
Upcoming Update
This issue is caused by the product’s firmware. We are currently preparing a firmware update to address the issue in DirectInput (FLIGHT Mode), which will be made available at a later date.
Until the firmware update is released, please use PAD Mode (XInput) when playing on a PC.
We apologize again for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding and patience.
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Functionality
The product is not connected correctlyThe (PS) button does not respond when pressed
The connection becomes lost intermittently
The product does not work with ACE COMBAT 8: WINGS OF THEVE™.
The PlayStation®5 / PlayStation®4 console does not turn on when the (PS) button is pressed, or Rest Mode cannot be exited
The stick or throttle does not operate correctly
The Assign (button assignment) function does not operate correctly
The product firmware update does not work correctly
Specifications and Features
What games are supported?Can buttons be assigned and sensitivity adjusted?
Can the product be secured using screws?
How do I set up the Dual-Stick function?
How do the button functions change when using the Dual-Stick function?
Can the product be connected to and used with hardware platforms other than PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and PC? Can it be used?
When the issue isn't resolved through troubleshooting
The (PS) button does not respond when pressed
① Please set the hardware switch to the appropriate position before connecting the product to the hardware.
Changing the switch while the product is connected may cause unexpected behavior.
1. This product cannot be used on the initial setup screen immediately after purchasing the PlayStation®5 or PlayStation®4, or when all settings in the PlayStation®5 or PlayStation®4 have been initialized.
For PlayStation®5, use the DualSense® wireless controller to perform the initial setup.
For PlayStation®4, use the wireless controller (DUALSHOCK®4) to perform the initial setup.
2. Update the system software of the PlayStation®5 and PlayStation®4 to the latest version.
When the issue is not resolved through troubleshooting
Please contact us through our customer support page if the issue persists.
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