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 an official announcement, the updated ESRB listing strongly indicates the game is nearing release. This isn't unprecedented; the ESRB has accurately leaked game releases before official announcements.

The 1997 Nintendo 64 classic, Doom 64, received a remastered port for PS4 and Xbox One in 2020, featuring enhanced visuals and a new chapter. This new generation port would bring the updated version to the latest consoles. The absence of a PC rating in the ESRB update is noteworthy, but given the 2020 version's Steam release and the existence of Doom 64 mods for classic Doom titles, a PC release remains a possibility.

The timing of ESRB ratings often precedes game releases by only a few months, suggesting a relatively short wait for fans eager to experience Doom 64 on current-gen hardware. Bethesda's history of surprise releases for older Doom titles further fuels speculation of a similar, unannounced launch for Doom 64.

Looking beyond Doom 64, rumors point towards a 2025 release for Doom: The Dark Ages, potentially receiving an official release date as early as January. Releasing updated versions of classic titles could serve as effective pre-release marketing for the next mainline installment in the franchise.

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