But this decision can sometimes come back to haunt you.
Even if a game ends up being good, it’s important to temper expectations.
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Do you remember the launch ofCyberpunk 2077in 2020?
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You only get to experience a game for the first time once, so make it count.
This is especially true for triple-A titles where physical copies are printed in droves.
In a worst-case scenario, you could always buy the game digitally instead.
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There are exceptions to every rule.
As some games only get limited physical releases, these are more likely to run out of stock.
Think small indie titles, often released digitally beforehand.
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