Ace Combat X: Skies of Deception

 PSP
Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 26
  3. Negative: 0 out of 26
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  1. Cheat Code Central
    90
    Instead of simply porting over one of their best-selling PS2 titles, NamcoBandai took a couple extra steps to move the series forward as it made it portable. With only the small misstep in the customizable planes department, Skies of Deception could very well be seen as one of the best titles in the series.
  2. GameBrink
    89
    From the beautifully modeled and textured aircraft, to the expansive ground below, everything looks incredible for a PSP game. Explosions look natural, cutscenes are well choreographed, and the anime art looks as good as ever.
  3. IGN
    87
    Ace Combat X: Skies of Deception makes a spectacular landing on the PSP.
  5. GameZone
    85
    A must-own flight/combat game. It’s not just the best PSP has to offer – it’s the best any handheld has ever seen.
  6. Game Informer
    83
    The missions find the right balance between challenge and ease of play. Having battles against enemies like giant flying fortresses offers enough fantasy to balance the realistic military vibe. There’s even some ad hoc multiplayer, if that’s your thing.
  7. GameSpot
    82
    One of the best names in flight combat delivers another standout installment in Ace Combat X for the PSP, which features its own story and well-designed gameplay twists.
  8. PSM3 Magazine UK
    80
    Pretty similar to PS2 efforts but X's multi-player side helps elevate it to 'well worth a play' status. [Nov 2006, p.72]
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  9. GameDaily
    80
    The multiplayer aspect is better drawn out, the storyline is fantastic, and the visuals and sound deliver on every accord. Namco's delivered a real top gun.
  10. GameSpy
    80
    It's fun, it looks good, it has a solid set of multiplayer options, while also bringing some new features to the series. Though the series has been getting stale, Ace Combat X does a great job of reminding us of what it can be.
  11. Pocket Gamer UK
    80
    Big, brash and beautiful, Ace Combat X is a prime example of the PSP's capabilities and deserves a place in every thrill-seeking PSP owner's collection.
  12. PSW Magazine UK
    80
    But it's the single-player campaign which really shines, thanks to a branching storyline set over 15 different arenas that alters as you make certain decisions.
  13. G4 TV
    80
    Aside from the snub for online, Ace Combat X definitely makes the most of the PSP. It's mercifully not a port but does justice to its roots, and has enough G-forces to make you crap your pants.
  14. PSX Extreme
    79
    It's a well done port that runs superbly well on Sony's little unit.
  15. netjak
    78
    The splendid level design, and the attention to action make this worth playing, and if you're into the local multiplayer, it makes it worth buying.
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  16. PALGN
    75
    One of the finest games to come from a console to a handheld and is easily the best flight sim on a handheld.

Awards & Rankings

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#41 Best PSP Game of 2006
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#18 Most Discussed PSP Game of 2006
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#8 Most Shared PSP Game of 2006

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 50 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 40 out of 50
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 50
  3. Negative: 3 out of 50
  1. coopisgreat
    Aug 7, 2013
    8
    good game and definitely the best plane/simulator game for the psp....................................................................................
  2. ZeRo_Bahamut
    Jul 16, 2013
    9
    This is everything you expect from an Ace Combat game, the electronic music, the fast paced action, the occasional side mission, branchingThis is everything you expect from an Ace Combat game, the electronic music, the fast paced action, the occasional side mission, branching paths to take and replay value to earn every unlockable.

    Compared to other entries in the franchise this one holds up really wel, especially knowing it's a portable game, the story is perhaps the most meager part, but that is definitely no reason not to play it.
    Controls are tight and while it may feel awkward to control your plane with only 1 analog nub, you will be used to it by the end of the 2nd mission...

    One point of negativity tho, the game sometimes has slowdown when there is a lot going on...

    If you are a fan of arcade like flight action games, this is the game for you...    … Full Review »
  3. Alexwise
    May 8, 2012
    9
    After playing AC games on Playstation 1 I felt in the right place with this game.
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