Phantom Blade Zero preload date and PS5 file size reportedly revealed
Phantom Blade Zero is getting closer to launch, and players planning to jump in on day one may want to start clearing storage now. The upcoming action RPG from S-Game is expected to require a hefty amount of space on PlayStation 5, with a reported download size of 134.8 GB.
The game is scheduled to release on October 29 for PS5 and PC, with pre-orders already available since August 11. According to a recent PlayStation Store-related leak, Phantom Blade Zero preload access may begin on October 27, giving players two days to download the game before launch.
That early preload window could be especially useful considering the large file size. At nearly 135 GB, Phantom Blade Zero will take up a significant portion of the PS5’s internal storage. While players with expanded SSD storage or a PS5 Pro may have an easier time managing the space, those using the standard PS5 may need to delete older games, captures, or unused apps to make room.
Large game installs have become increasingly common in recent years, especially for visually ambitious action titles with detailed environments, cinematic presentation, and high-quality assets. Phantom Blade Zero appears to be aiming for a premium, fast-paced experience, so its large download size may not come as a surprise to players following the game closely.
There is also ongoing uncertainty around whether Phantom Blade Zero will receive a physical disc release. Earlier expectations suggested that both physical and digital versions could be available, but there has been no official confirmation from S-Game. Current retail information appears to point more strongly toward a digital release, with listings emphasizing the digital version and offering no clear details about a disc edition.
For now, players who have already pre-ordered Phantom Blade Zero should prepare as if the game will need to be fully downloaded. If the reported preload date is accurate, PS5 users will be able to install the game starting October 27 and be ready to play as soon as it launches on October 29.
With its stylish combat, dark fantasy setting, and growing anticipation among action game fans, Phantom Blade Zero is shaping up to be one of the more notable releases of the month. Anyone hoping to experience it on release day should check their available storage ahead of time, because this is one game that will demand plenty of room.
