DOOM: The Dark Ages has sparked outrage among fans due to its physical edition containing only an 85 MB disc. Dive deeper to understand the early shipment of the game and catch its official launch trailer.
DOOM: The Dark Ages Shipped Early
Only 85MB Included in the Disc
The excitement for DOOM: The Dark Ages turned to frustration when fans discovered that the game's physical disc contains a mere 85 MB. Scheduled for release on May 15, the game was shipped early by some retailers, even before the premium edition's promised 2-day early access.
The disappointment intensified when it became clear that players must download an additional 80 GB to play the game. Twitter (X) user @DoesItPlay1 confirmed this on May 9, showcasing PS5 screenshots revealing the disc's tiny file size of 85.01 MB and the necessity of an internet connection for the remaining game data.
Fans have expressed their dissatisfaction with Bethesda's approach to physical copies, feeling that they do not truly own the game. Many criticized the use of a disc as wasteful, with some opting to wait for the digital version instead. This decision by Bethesda has clearly not sat well with the community, leaving them with no alternative but to download a substantial amount of data at launch.
An Amazing Game
Despite the controversy over the physical edition, early players have shared overwhelmingly positive feedback about DOOM: The Dark Ages. On Reddit, users have posted screenshots and detailed their experiences with the game's story, user interface, weaponry, and more.
Reddit user TCXIV, who received the collector's edition, praised the game as "amazing" and shared a variety of screenshots showcasing the game's menus, interface, bestiary, demons, cutscenes, and significant spoiler moments.
Here at Game8, we've rated DOOM: The Dark Ages at 88 out of 100, celebrating its brutal return to the DOOM series. It shifts from the aerial dynamics of DOOM (2016) and Eternal to a more grounded, gritty combat experience. For a deeper dive into our review, check out the article below!
