DOOM: The Dark Ages faces widespread pre-order cancellations after players discovered the physical disc contains just 85MB of data. Learn about this controversial release and how to obtain an exclusive in-game skin.
DOOM: The Dark Ages Pre-Launch Updates
Fans Cancel Their Pre-Orders
Disappointed gamers are canceling pre-orders of DOOM: The Dark Ages after finding the physical disc holds a mere 85MB, requiring an 80GB+ download to play. The controversy emerged when some retailers shipped copies before the official release date.
Twitter account @DoesItPlay1, dedicated to game preservation and physical edition functionality, highlighted the issue. Their post noted that most physical copies now require internet connectivity - a growing trend that undermines game ownership. For DOOM: The Dark Ages, players must download the majority of the game despite purchasing a physical copy.
The revelation sparked heated discussions among fans, with many expressing frustration at Bethesda's decision. Numerous players reported canceling pre-orders, preferring to wait for the digital version instead. Their main grievance? Purchasing a physical copy that doesn't contain the full game defeats the purpose of owning a disc.
However, early players on Reddit praised the game's quality despite the distribution controversy. Game8 awarded DOOM: The Dark Ages an 88/100 rating, praising its brutal renaissance approach to the franchise with grounded, visceral combat. Read our comprehensive review for more details on the gameplay experience.
