Updated ESRB Ratings Hint at Imminent Doom 64 Release for PS5 and Xbox Series X
Recent updates to the ESRB ratings suggest a potential upcoming release of Doom 64 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. While neither Bethesda nor id Software have made an official announcement, the updated ESRB listing strongly indicates a near-term launch.
The 1997 Nintendo 64 classic, Doom 64, received a remastered release for PS4 and Xbox One in 2020, featuring enhanced visuals and a new chapter. This updated version also launched on Steam. The new ESRB ratings, however, specifically list PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S versions, fueling speculation of a next-gen port.
ESRB ratings typically precede game releases by a few months, suggesting that a release date for the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S versions of Doom 64 may be imminent. The absence of a PC listing in the updated rating is noteworthy, although the 2020 version's Steam release and the existence of Doom 64 mods for classic Doom titles on PC might suggest future PC availability. Bethesda's history of surprise releases for older Doom titles further adds to the anticipation.
Looking beyond Doom 64, rumors point towards a 2025 release for Doom: The Dark Ages, with a potential announcement as early as January. The release of updated versions of classic Doom titles could serve as effective pre-release marketing for this upcoming installment in the long-running franchise.
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