Fans of DOOM: The Dark Ages are expressing outrage after discovering the physical game disc contains a mere 85 MB of data. Continue reading to learn how some players received their copies early and to see the official launch trailer.
Some Players Received DOOM: The Dark Ages Ahead of Schedule
Physical Disc Holds Only 85MB of Data
The DOOM: The Dark Ages community is up in arms. Despite the game's official release date of May 15, several retailers shipped physical copies early, bypassing even the premium edition's two-day early access period.
The excitement quickly turned to frustration when players found the disc requires a massive 80+ GB download. This was confirmed on May 9 by Twitter (X) user @DoesItPlay1, who shared PS5 screenshots showing the disc's file size is only 85.01 MB. An internet connection is mandatory to download the update needed to play the game.
This handling of physical editions by Bethesda has left fans feeling cheated, with many stating they don't truly "own" a copy of the game. Some argue that producing a physical disc was a waste of resources, while others have decided to wait for the digital release instead. Bethesda's decision has proven highly unpopular, forcing players to commit to a significant download on launch day.
Early Impressions Praise the Gameplay
Despite the distribution issues, early player impressions from Reddit are overwhelmingly positive. Those who received copies early have shared details about the story, user interface, weapons, and more, accompanied by screenshots praising the game's quality.
Reddit user TCXIV, who obtained the collector's edition, described finishing an "amazing game, what a trip," and uploaded numerous images showcasing menus, the bestiary, demons, cutscenes, and major story moments.
Game8's review awarded DOOM: The Dark Ages a score of 88/100, commending its brutal return to form for the series. The review highlights a shift from the aerial combat of DOOM (2016) and Eternal to a more grounded, gritty combat experience. For our full review, see the article below.
