Ace Combat 7 Mission 7 First Contact Walkthrough

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In the 7th mission in Ace Combat 7, you and the other inmates are tasked with clearing a path through the rugged Yinshi Valley in order to give the squadron you’re supporting a way home. Looking for some tips on how to complete this mission without going down in flames? Nerds and Scoundrels has you covered with our Ace Combat 7 Mission 7 Walkthrough.

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Ace Combat 7 Mission 7

In order to get the squadron home safely, you will have to blaze a trail for them. This includes clearing hostile radar facilities and anti-air gun nests along the way. What’s more, the weather is rough, so be prepared for that.

In addition to the risks clouds post with visibility and ice, you will be flying into clouds that contain thunderstorms. These thunderstorms can fry your instruments temporarily if hit directly. If you have more question about cloud mechanics, see our guide here.

To begin, use your map to follow the trail or radar outposts and AA guns. The terain in this mission is the most dangerous part. Be prepared to rely on your instruments, as the clouds will obscure many of the large rock pillars and arches.

Bandits Inbound

When you clear out the last of the ground structures, you will get a short cutscene showing a small drone fleet inbound. If that’s not enough, the storm is also gaining in power. You’ll have to watch the storms carefully during your dogfight with the drones, as lighting is frequent. Keep the drones busy and allow the recon squad to escape.

Dogfighting with the King

More hostiles are inbound, but they’re not drones this time. One of them, nicknamed King according to their comms, makes quick work of one of your mates. It alls on you to take him out. King is flying in the mysterious prototype X Plane. This will be your toughest duel to date. No matter how well you fly, the King gets away. Something tells me you’ll meet again.

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And that concludes our Ace Combat 7 Mission 7 Walkthrough. Did you find this walkthrough useful? If you had any other questions about the First Contact mission, let us know in the comment section below. And don’t forget to check out the rest of our Ace Combat 7 content here at Nerds and Scoundrels.