DOOM: The Dark Ages fans have been hit with a wave of disappointment following the discovery that the game's physical edition contains only a meager 85 MB on the disc, requiring a massive 80 GB download to actually play the game. This revelation has led to a significant number of pre-order cancellations, especially after several retailers prematurely shipped the game before its official release date.

The issue was brought to light by @DoesItPlay1, a Twitter (X) account dedicated to game preservation and reviewing physical editions. They highlighted the problem in a recent post, which sparked a flurry of reactions from the DOOM community. Fans expressed their frustration over the necessity of an internet connection to update and play the game, feeling that this undermines the value of owning a physical copy. As a result, many have chosen to cancel their pre-orders and wait for the digital release instead.

Despite the backlash against the physical edition, early recipients who got their hands on the game have shared positive feedback on platforms like Reddit, praising the game's return to a more grounded, brutal style of gameplay. Here at Game8, we've awarded DOOM: The Dark Ages an impressive 88 out of 100, celebrating its gritty combat loop that marks a renaissance for the series. For a deeper dive into our review, feel free to check out our detailed article below!

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