DOOM: The Dark Ages fans are expressing their disappointment by cancelling their pre-orders after discovering that the game's physical disc contains only 85 MB of data. This revelation came to light when several retailers prematurely shipped the game before its official release date. Players were shocked to find out that they need to download an additional 80 GB to make the game playable, a requirement that has stirred significant backlash.
A recent post by the Twitter (X) account @DoesItPlay1, known for its focus on game preservation and the review of physical game editions, highlighted this issue. The account emphasized the necessity of an internet connection to update and play DOOM: The Dark Ages, a fact that has driven many fans to cancel their pre-orders. These fans initially sought the convenience of a physical copy but feel that requiring an internet connection undermines the ownership of the game.
Despite the controversy surrounding the physical edition, early recipients of the game have shared positive feedback on platforms like Reddit, praising the game's engaging experience. Here at Game8, we awarded DOOM: The Dark Ages a score of 88 out of 100, celebrating its return to a more grounded, brutal combat style compared to the aerial dynamics of its predecessors, DOOM (2016) and Eternal. For a deeper dive into our review, feel free to explore our detailed article below!
DOOM: The Dark Ages Pre-Launch Updates
Fans Cancel Their Pre-Orders
