All articles tagged with #storage requirements
S-Game’s debut AAA action RPG, Phantom Blade Zero, requires 300GB of free space for pre-loading despite a 145GB final install size, a demand that coincides with global storage shortages. While the game has sold over 500,000 copies on Steam and received praise for its combat and visuals, critics note significant technical hurdles and narrative weaknesses.
Final Fantasy VII: Revelation is expected to require approximately 200GB of storage, according to director Naoki Hamaguchi. This size exceeds the capacity of a single PS5 Blu-ray disc, necessitating a hybrid release model where physical editions include a disc but require a mandatory download on all platforms. The game is scheduled for release on April 8, 2027.
Final Fantasy VII Revelation is expected to require approximately 200GB of storage, a size that prevents it from shipping entirely on physical discs. Director Naoki Hamaguchi confirmed this estimate at Tokyo Game Show 2026, noting that the game will require a digital download even for physical edition buyers. The massive file size is attributed to the game's open-world design and expanded content, including a revamped piano minigame. While the game launches April 8, 2027, the storage requirement has sparked debate regarding the future of physical media in gaming.
iOS 27 introduces a significant storage increase for Apple Intelligence on high-end iPhones. While most devices still require 8GB of free space, the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, Duo, iPhone 17 Pro series, and iPhone Air now need up to 14GB. This jump supports advanced on-device features like voice customization and improved dictation accuracy, marking a notable shift from previous generations.
GSC Game World released a massive 700 GB modding kit for Stalker 2 on PC, allowing players to customize and create new content, but it requires a significant amount of hard drive space, around 659 GB, highlighting the game's ongoing updates and improvements since its rocky launch.
Destiny 2's upcoming DLC, The Final Shape, requires a hefty 300 GB of free space for pre-loading on PC via Steam, due to storing two versions of the game simultaneously. The actual game size post-launch will be around 155.5 GB. This significant storage demand highlights the game's increasing size and the potential scope of the new DLC.