In the ever-expanding universe of PC gaming, where players are constantly on the lookout for the next thrilling title to immerse themselves in, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 has made headlines for its voracious appetite for storage space. This game, it seems, has an insatiable desire for digital real estate, demanding an astounding 213GB of SSD storage space according to its minimum requirements. Yes, you read that right—213 gigabytes.
For those gamers who are content with experiencing only the multiplayer version, there is a slightly less daunting requirement of 79GB, provided you’re willing to sacrifice some high-resolution assets. Opting for the single-player campaign sans high-rez assets will bring the demand down to 149GB. However, it’s the full installation, complete with high-resolution assets for both the multiplayer and single-player modes, that swells to the colossal size of 213GB.
Admittedly, SSD prices have seen a significant decrease in recent times, making it more feasible for gamers to acquire these capacious drives without breaking the bank. A 2TB SSD can now be snagged for under $100, with popular options like the WD Black SN850X available at a relatively attainable $150, often dropping even lower during special promotions.
Yet, despite the affordability of these storage solutions, the sheer size of Modern Warfare 3 raises concerns about the feasibility of maintaining a diverse gaming library. Even with a spacious 2TB SSD, after factoring in the operating system, miscellaneous files, and media, there isn’t much room left for other games when one title demands a hefty 213GB. To put it into perspective, if every game occupied over 200GB, even a generous 4TB SSD would limit your gaming library to approximately 15 titles.
In essence, games of this magnitude force gamers into the realm of multiple SSDs if they hope to build a substantial gaming collection. It’s a reminder that as the gaming industry pushes the boundaries of graphics and gameplay, it’s equally important for storage technology to keep pace, ensuring that players can indulge in a variety of gaming experiences without constantly worrying about clearing space for the next colossal title.
