According to a leaked insider report, the physical PS5 edition of Gears of War: Reloaded may not contain the full game on the disc itself, as it could require a download. In an industry that is steadily moving towards digital formats, physical copies have garnered significant attention; however, they might not always deliver the expected experience. Just like several major titles, this version of Gears of War: Reloaded potentially necessitates an additional content download.
PS5 Version Insights
The upcoming remaster stands out for many reasons. Not only does it represent a major franchise switching from Xbox to PlayStation, it is currently set to launch physically only on PS5. There has been no announcement regarding a disc version for Xbox or PC by Xbox Game Studios or The Coalition, creating a unique scenario for PlayStation gamers but with a caveat.
Claims of Incomplete Content on Disc
The leaker from PPE.pl suggests that while the PS5 disc includes the story mode, it lacks additional content, as indicated by a note stating “requires content download” next to the game’s rating on the packaging. This trend is not unprecedented; previous experiences with physical releases have shown a similar pattern, where minimal data is retained on the disc, forcing users to access additional data via download.
For instance, users of previous Xbox titles have noted that Doom: The Dark Ages only had around 328 MB on the disc, while another PS5 release had as little as 85 MB on its physical copy. Should Gears of War contain just the campaign on the disc, it would still embody a continuation of the physical-to-digital transition we have witnessed.
Anticipated Features
For PlayStation users eagerly waiting for the PS5 edition, the situation is potentially disappointing, especially for those seeking to avoid the need for downloads. Additionally, it is not just the physical version that stands out; the PS5 edition will also benefit from full DualSense controller support, including haptic feedback and adaptive trigger functionalities, along with specific enhancements intended for the PS5 Pro.
Regardless of these challenges concerning physical versions, the remaster marks a significant moment in the console gaming landscape, coinciding with the August 26 release alongside Helldivers 2 for Xbox. Such moves reveal a notable shift in the rivalry between the two leading companies in gaming.
