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Demanding 300GB to install despite its actual size of 145GB, Phantom Blade Zero makes me question what a gigabyte is worth
The article criticizes Phantom Blade Zero's excessive storage requirements, noting that the game demands 300GB of free space for pre-loading despite its actual install size being 145GB. This is attributed to temporary files needed during the unlock process, a practice the author deems absurd and unreasonable in the current market of expensive PC components.
Phantom Blade Zero is asking players to free up 300GB of space for pre-loading, double its actual 145GB file size
Phantom Blade Zero requires players to free up 300GB of space for pre-loading, which is more than double its actual 145GB installed size. The developer S-Game explained that temporary files are needed for decryption and decompression. This large storage requirement, coupled with the mandatory SSD, has drawn criticism, though the game is still predicted to be a major hit. Separately, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 has received the Shipment map unusually quickly after launch.
Phantom Blade Zero Requires “At Least” 300 GB of Free Space for PC Pre-Load
S-Game's upcoming action RPG, Phantom Blade Zero, requires a staggering 300 GB of free space for pre-loading on PC, despite the game itself being 145 GB. The developer recommends installing the highly-rated title on an SSD for optimal performance. The game is set to launch on October 29th.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation requires at least 130GB of storage on Switch 2
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy VII Rebirth will require at least 130GB of storage space on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is set to release on April 8th, and the final storage size may be even larger.
Kingdom Hearts Collection requires 131GB of storage on Nintendo Switch 2
The Kingdom Hearts Collection will require a substantial 131GB of storage space on the Nintendo Switch. The collection, which includes all the games, is priced at $75 and will be available for digital download.
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth on Nintendo Switch 2 Might Need 102 GB of Storage
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is expected to require either 91.5 GB or 102 GB of storage, making it the largest game on the platform. Director Naoki Hamaguchi explained that the large file size necessitates a game-key card for physical releases due to storage and performance constraints, impacting game design choices. The game will also launch on Xbox Series X/S.
