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 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. While neither Bethesda nor id Software have made official announcements, 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 an additional chapter. This new ESRB rating suggests a further port to current-gen consoles is imminent. Historically, ESRB ratings often precede official announcements by a few months, hinting at a relatively swift release timeframe.
The absence of a PC listing in the updated rating is notable, although the 2020 version included a Steam release. Furthermore, dedicated modding communities have already enabled players to experience Doom 64-like gameplay on PC using classic Doom titles as a base.
Bethesda's history of surprise releases for older Doom titles adds to the anticipation. The company's past practice of stealth-launching games, coupled with the existing ESRB rating, fuels speculation of a similar approach for Doom 64.
Looking beyond Doom 64, 2025 promises further excitement for Doom fans with the anticipated release of Doom: The Dark Ages. Rumors suggest a potential January reveal of the official release date. Releasing updated versions of classic titles could serve as a strategic move by Bethesda to build anticipation for the next main installment in the iconic franchise.
