Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve: How to Unlock F-22A Raptor

Here's a quick guide on how to unlock the F-22A Raptor in Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve.
Unlock the Aircraft Tree
How Much MRP Do You Need?
How to Earn MRP Faster
FAQ

Here's a quick guide on how to unlock the F-22A Raptor in Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve.

The F-22A Raptor costs 550,000 MRP in Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve. That's a lot of money to save up, and the actual cost is even higher when you include everything you need to buy before reaching it in the Aircraft Tree. If you want to unlock the Raptor early, it's best to plan your spending instead of wasting MRP on other aircraft.

Unlock the Aircraft Tree

The Aircraft Tree becomes available after Mission 2. You can use the MRP you earn from missions to buy aircraft, weapons, and upgrade parts.

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The tree has different branches, and some aircraft require you to purchase specific items before you can reach them. You can start working toward the F-22A pretty early, so there's no need to wait until you've finished the campaign. Just stick to the branch that leads to the Raptor.

How Much MRP Do You Need?

Although the F-22A itself costs 550,000 MRP, you'll need to spend more to reach it. The cheapest documented route costs around 1,100,000 MRP in total.

You'll start from the default F/A-18C Hornet and need to purchase the F/A-18E Super Hornet along the way. Other required purchases add to the cost, so keep an eye on your MRP before unlocking each item. Running out halfway through the route will only delay getting the Raptor.

How to Earn MRP Faster

You'll earn MRP by completing missions, and replaying them is a good way to build up your balance. Mission 16, Singer, is one option worth trying if you need more currency.

Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve Cutscene

You don't have to grind the same mission over and over if another one is quicker for you. Replay whichever missions you can finish comfortably, save your MRP, and keep working toward the F-22A.