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 port for PS4 and Xbox One in 2020, featuring graphical enhancements and a new chapter. This new ESRB rating suggests a similar upgrade is coming to current-gen consoles. Historically, ESRB ratings appear shortly before a game's release, suggesting a potentially imminent launch. This isn't unprecedented; the ESRB previously revealed the re-release of Felix the Cat before the official announcement from Konami.
Although the ESRB listing doesn't mention a PC release, the 2020 version included a Steam release, and modding communities already offer ways to experience Doom 64 on PC. Bethesda's history of surprise releases for older Doom titles adds further credence to the likelihood of a stealth launch for Doom 64.
Beyond this potential release, fans can anticipate the arrival of Doom: The Dark Ages in 2025. Rumors point towards a potential January reveal of its release date. Re-releasing classic titles like Doom 64 serves as a strategic move by Bethesda, building anticipation for the next installment in the long-running franchise.
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Key Takeaways:
- ESRB ratings updated for Doom 64 on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
- No official announcement from Bethesda or id Software yet.
- Likely a near-future release based on past ESRB rating timelines.
- Doom: The Dark Ages expected in 2025.
