"Nintendo 64 Classic Rumored for Modern Consoles"

Summary

• Doom 64 may soon be available on PS5 and Xbox Series X, as suggested by updated ESRB ratings.
• The 2020 version for PS4 and Xbox One featured technical enhancements and a new chapter.
• Doom: The Dark Ages is anticipated to launch in 2025.

Doom 64, the beloved classic from 1997, might soon be playable on current-generation consoles. Originally exclusive to the Nintendo 64, Doom 64 has already seen a resurgence with its 2020 port to PS4 and Xbox One, which included technical upgrades and an additional chapter. Now, as these older consoles age, there are hints that Bethesda may be preparing to bring this iconic title to the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.

While there's no official announcement yet from Bethesda or id Software, the ESRB has updated its rating for Doom 64 to include these next-gen platforms. Such ratings are often a strong indicator that a game is approaching its release date. Developers usually submit their games for rating when they are nearly ready to ship, ensuring the ESRB label accurately reflects the game's content. The ESRB has a history of posting ratings before official announcements, as seen with the re-release of Felix the Cat in 2023, which was later confirmed by Konami.

ESRB Ratings Suggest Doom 64 Will Come to PS5 and Xbox Series X Soon

Historically, ESRB ratings have preceded game releases by just a few months, hinting that fans might not have to wait long to experience Doom 64 on modern consoles. Although the updated rating does not mention a PC version, the 2020 port was also available on Steam, and fans can even mod classic Doom titles to resemble Doom 64. Given Bethesda's past practice of stealth-launching older Doom ports, it's worth keeping an eye out for a sudden release, especially since Doom 64 already has its rating without an official announcement.

Looking ahead, Doom fans have more to anticipate with Doom: The Dark Ages, rumored to receive an official release date announcement in January and expected to launch in 2025. By re-releasing its classic titles on modern platforms, Bethesda not only satisfies fans' nostalgia but also primes them for the next chapter in the Doom saga.