Summary
With the evolution of technology in the gaming world, graphics and quality-of-life features have improved substantially compared to a decade ago. However, with improved technology comes bigger file sizes to fit everything into the game.
Patches, updates, and DLC can also contribute to bigger file sizes, and since those things are very commonplace now, you’ll most likely have a bigger game in a month than you did on day one. Some titles, in particular, really ramp up the file size to the point where it’s ridiculous. Here are some of the worst offenders onSteam.
Updated on June 14, 2025, by PJ Molloy:Everyone loves an epic, big-budget triple-A video game. Well, everyone except your PC hard drive. If you’re running out of storage space, check out the newest titles we’ve added to the list. They just might be the culprits.
Destiny 2 is a first-person shooter with some RPG elements, including different classes to choose from and skill trees to upgrade. But no matter your class, you’re a Guardian whose job is to protect humanity from alien invaders.
Onlinefree-to-play gamesusually have many big updates added to them over time, and this one is no exception. It offers multiple expansions for you to go through, which enrich everything from story to gameplay. However, if you want to experience them all, you’re looking at it taking up 102.6 GB in total on Steam. And even without the DLC, Destiny 2 is still a bulky game at 87 GB.
From the minds behind Persona and Shin Megami Tensei, Metaphor: ReFantazio is a medieval JRPG that blends visual novel segments, dungeon crawling, and social simulation. When the king is assassinated, the kingdom of Euchronia holds a Royal Tournament to find the next ruler. It’s up to you to raise an army, fight your way to the top, and earn your spot on the throne.
Unfortunately, this modern masterpiece will take a huge bite out of your storage space. The massive 100-hour story, jaw-dropping animations, and over 19 hours of dialogue and cutscenes add up to a whopping 93 GB file size.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is a thrilling action RPG set in 15th-century Bohemia. Take control of a warrior named Henry, who’s out for revenge against King Sigismund - the man who killed his parents. Explore a vast open world from a first-person perspective and make choices that impact the adventure in small and massive ways.
The game does everything a sequel should, featuring a much bigger world, more content, and an epic story that picks up where the last one left off. As you might expect, the file size is also significantly larger than its predecessor. Get ready to clear 100 GB of space on your PC.
Path of Exile 2 quickly became a favorite among action RPG fans, and it’s easy to see why. You and up to five friends can team up to explore the land of Wraeclast, which is plagued by a deadly mutagen called Corruption.
The game is massive, featuring a vast high-fantasy world, hundreds of enemies and bosses, a shockingly expansive skill tree, and over 100 hours of content for completionists. To experience this epic RPG for yourself, get ready to make about 100 GB of room on your PC.
A remake of an iconic PS3 game and the inspiration for the hit HBO series of the same name, The Last of Us Part 1 is arguably the most famous horror shooter on PC. Take control of Joel, who must escort a girl named Ellie across a zombie-infested post-apocalyptic world to find a cure for the infection that started the chaos.
Known for its exceptional characters, fantastic combat, and heart-wrenching story, The Last of Us is a must-play for any fans of the genre. The catch? You’ll need to clear a staggering 100 GB of space to make room for it. After all, cinematic games like these don’t come cheap storage-wise.
Final Fantasy 15 is a JRPG focusing on Prince Noctis and his friends taking back his kingdom and discovering the truth behind tragic events. With all the DLC, the game is around 110 GB. It makes sense when you consider that the graphics are realistic and detailed, and it’s an open-world game with lots of content.
If you opt to download the 4k resolution texture pack that Steam offers, the file size jumps up to around 160 GB. If you’re thinking of giving the game a chance, keep in mind how much space and time it’ll take.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is an action-packed first-person adventure set between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade. Take control of everyone’s favorite whip-slinging hero as he solves puzzles and traverses the world to unravel the mystery of an ancient power called the Great Circle.
The game was an instant hit, thanks to its epic story, clever brain-teasers, and thrilling combat. Sadly, embarking on this grand adventure will cost you a large chunk of storage space. You’ll need 120 GB of room to join Indy on his journey.
The Mass Effect games are some of the most iconic ones in the sci-fi genre. You play as a commander leading a team in a futuristic tale of war and betrayal. One of the series' main strong points is how the story and characters' fates change based on the choices you make throughout.
Needless to say, the Mass Effect series is worth playing, and Mass Effect: Legendary Edition gives you the first three games plus their DLC. With all that in one bundle, there will inevitably be a huge file size. Legendary Edition is 120 GB, which is even bigger than the original three games combined. But that’s because it adds technical and graphical improvements, especially to the first one.
If you ask most people, Red Dead Redemption 2 is more than worth playing. It’s anopen-world gameset in the United States during the Wild West era. Cowboys are always cool, and the game brings that time period to life. However, you should definitely keep in mind that it takes up around 120 GB of space.
With all the content you have in terms of the main story, side quests, and NPCs, it’s no wonder the game’s file size is so huge. Not to mention the realistic graphics and elaborate animations for even the smallest things.
