Doom 64's Potential Next-Gen Arrival: PS5 and Xbox Series X/S Versions Hinted at by ESRB Update

Recent updates to the ESRB ratings suggest a potential imminent release of Doom 64 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. While Bethesda and id Software remain officially silent, the updated ESRB listing strongly indicates a forthcoming port.

The 1997 Nintendo 64 classic, Doom 64, received a 2020 remaster for PS4 and Xbox One, boasting enhanced visuals and a new chapter. Now, it seems this enhanced version is poised for a current-gen upgrade.

The ESRB's updated rating, listing Doom 64 for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, is a significant indicator of an impending release. Historically, the ESRB doesn't rate games until they're close to launch, ensuring the rating accurately reflects the final product. Past instances, such as the 2023 leak of Felix the Cat's re-release, demonstrate the ESRB's ratings often precede official announcements.

ESRB Rating Suggests Imminent Release

Given past trends where ESRB ratings appear a few months before release, fans may not have long to wait for a modern console experience of this N64 classic. While the ESRB listing doesn't mention a PC release, the 2020 version included a Steam release, and PC players can already experience a Doom 64-like experience through modding existing Doom titles. Bethesda's history of surprise releases of older Doom titles further fuels speculation of a similar, unannounced launch for Doom 64.

Looking Ahead to Doom: The Dark Ages

Beyond the potential Doom 64 port, 2025 promises another exciting entry for Doom fans: Doom: The Dark Ages. Rumors suggest a January reveal for its official release date, with a launch expected sometime in 2025. Re-releasing classic titles like Doom 64 provides a perfect bridge for fans eagerly anticipating the next installment in the long-running franchise.