As we are about three days left before the release of the much awaited The Division 2, Ubisoft released today a lot of new details in regards to pre-loading the game, the official start times, and the install size gamers should look forward to.
Preload (for Digital Purchases only)
Gamers who have purchased the Gold and Ultimate Edition of The Division 2 can pre-load the game starting March 10 at 12:01AM EST, while Standard Edition owners will have to wait until March 13 at 12:01 AM EST.
Those who are in Europe, the Gold and Ultimate Edition owners can start preloading now, while Standard Edition owners will be able to preload the game beginning March 11 at 12:01AM local time.
For Asian gamers in Asia, Korea, and Japan; Gold and Ultimate Edition owners can preload the game starting March 10 at 12:01 HKT/JST/KST, while Standard Edition owners will be able to preload it beginning on March 13 at 12:01AM HKT/JST/KST.
Download and Install Sizes
Xbox One and PC Owners: If you have purchased the game on disc, begin by installing the game. You will then be prompted to download and install the first title update which is roughly 48 to 52 GB download, depending on the region and preferred language. Regardless if you have bought the game digitally or physically, the final size, including the patch, will be at around 48-52GB.
PS4: Those who have purchased the physical copy of the game can begin by installing from the disc. If connected online, the console will simultaneously download Title Update 1. Expect roughly 48-52GB worth of download. As for its final size, including the patch, it will be around 90-100GB.
Launch Times
Fans all over the world can look forward to the release of The Division 2 on March 12 for those who have purchased the Gold and Ultimate Edition. It will be unlocked midnight local time for all players in every country.