Select your games, choose your SSD size, and instantly see exactly how much storage you need. Updated with 2026 game install sizes for PC, PS5 & Xbox.
Planning your game library storage doesn't have to be guesswork. Our Game Storage Planner helps you calculate exactly how many games fit on your SSD before you buy or upgrade. Whether you're building a new gaming PC, buying a PS5, or expanding your Xbox Series X storage, this tool gives you precise numbers.
Modern games are massive. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 alone takes 235GB — that's nearly 25% of a 1TB SSD's usable space. GTA VI is expected to require 150GB. Without proper planning, you might buy a 1TB SSD thinking it's enough, only to find you can install just 6-7 AAA games.
Our calculator accounts for:
This is the most common question gamers ask when buying storage. The answer depends on three factors: your platform, the types of games you play, and whether you need room for future updates.
| Platform | Advertised | Usable Space | OS Reserved |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💻 PC | 1TB | 931 GB | ~93 GB (Windows + formatting) |
| 🎮 PS5 | 1TB | 667 GB | ~158 GB (PS5 OS) |
| 🎯 Xbox Series X/S | 1TB | 802 GB | ~198 GB (Xbox OS) |
| Game Type | Avg Size | Games That Fit | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAA Blockbusters | 100-150 GB | 6-9 games | GTA VI, Starfield, COD, Baldur's Gate 3 |
| Medium AAA Games | 50-80 GB | 11-18 games | Elden Ring, Spider-Man 2, God of War |
| Competitive / Online | 20-50 GB | 18-46 games | Valorant, Fortnite, Apex Legends |
| Indie Games | 1-15 GB | 60-900+ games | Minecraft, Stardew Valley, Hades |
Bottom line: If you play mostly AAA games, a 1TB SSD is the minimum you should consider. For a comfortable experience with 10-15 AAA titles, 2TB is strongly recommended in 2026.
No — 512GB is no longer enough for most gamers. Here's the reality:
Who is 512GB for? Only casual gamers who play 1-2 competitive games (Valorant, CS2, Fortnite) and nothing else. Even then, future updates will push you to the limit within a year.
Our recommendation: Skip 512GB entirely. The price difference to 1TB is usually only ₹1,500-2,500, and the convenience is worth 10x that amount.
Here are the install sizes for the most popular games right now. Use our calculator above to mix and match your own library.
| Game | Size | Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 | 235 GB | PC, PS5, Xbox |
| Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III | 213 GB | PC, PS5, Xbox |
| Final Fantasy VII Rebirth | 150 GB | PS5 |
| GTA VI | 150 GB | PC, PS5, Xbox |
| Red Dead Redemption 2 | 150 GB | PC, PS5, Xbox |
| ARK 2 | 150 GB | PC, Xbox |
| NBA 2K26 | 150 GB | PC, PS5, Xbox |
| Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 | 150 GB | PC, Xbox |
| Starfield | 140 GB | PC, Xbox |
| Black Myth: Wukong | 130 GB | PC, PS5 |
| Star Wars Jedi: Survivor | 130 GB | PC, PS5, Xbox |
| Forza Motorsport | 130 GB | PC, Xbox |
| Baldur's Gate 3 | 122 GB | PC, PS5, Xbox |
| Grand Theft Auto V | 110 GB | PC, PS5, Xbox |
| Forza Horizon 5 | 110 GB | PC, Xbox |
Our calculator includes 100+ games with accurate sizes. We update this list monthly as new games release and existing games receive updates.
A 1TB SSD has approximately 931GB usable on PC, 667GB on PS5, and 802GB on Xbox Series X. Depending on game sizes:
Exceptions: Call of Duty (235GB) and GTA VI (150GB) take significantly more space.
No. A 512GB SSD only provides 390-465GB of usable space. Two modern AAA games can fill it completely. We strongly recommend 1TB minimum and 2TB for comfortable gaming.
This is completely normal. Three factors reduce the visible space:
PS5 reserves approximately 158GB from a 1TB SSD for the operating system, system updates, and cache. This leaves about 667GB for games, apps, and media. The PS5 Slim with 1TB has the same limitation.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is currently the largest at approximately 235GB. Other massive games include:
For most gamers in 2026, we recommend 2TB. Here's why:
Only choose 1TB if you're on a strict budget and play mostly indie or competitive games.
GTA VI is expected to require approximately 150GB at launch. With future updates, online mode (GTA Online 2), and DLC, this could grow to 200GB+ within the first year. We recommend having at least 200GB free before installing.
PS5 games can only be played from the internal SSD or a compatible PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD installed in the expansion slot. External USB SSDs can:
For the best PS5 experience, use the internal SSD or an approved NVMe expansion like the WD Black SN850X or Samsung 990 PRO.
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The REDRAG Game Storage Planner is a free, browser-based calculator designed to help gamers make informed storage decisions. We maintain a database of 100+ popular games with accurate install sizes updated regularly.
How we calculate:
Last updated: July 27, 2026 | Games in database: 100+ | Platforms supported: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S
Found an incorrect game size? Want us to add a game? Contact us and we'll update within 48 hours.