FPS Classics Resurface on Next-Gen Consoles

The Doom Slayers Collection, a compilation of four classic and modern Doom games, may be making a triumphant return to the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. Initially delisted in 2024, recent ESRB ratings suggest a re-release is imminent, specifically targeting current-gen consoles and PC, excluding last-gen systems and the Nintendo Switch.

The collection's impact stems from the original 1993 Doom, a groundbreaking title that redefined the first-person shooter genre with its innovative 3D graphics, multiplayer capabilities, and mod support. This legacy, extending to film and other media, solidified Doom's place in gaming history. While a rumored Secret Level crossover never materialized, the collection's potential comeback is a significant development.

Originally launched in 2019 for PS4, Xbox One, and PC, the collection's "M" rating from the ESRB points towards PS5 and Xbox Series X/S releases. The absence of Switch and last-gen console listings on the ESRB website hints at a current-gen-focused digital re-release. The recent ESRB rating for Doom 64 on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S further strengthens this speculation, given that Doom 64 was included with physical copies of the Doom Slayers Collection.

Games Included:

• Doom
• Doom 2
• Doom 3
• Doom (2016)

This potential return aligns with Bethesda's past practice of re-releasing titles, as seen with the combined Doom + Doom 2 package for current-gen consoles, and id Software's history of porting its games to the latest platforms (e.g., Quake 2).

Beyond the collection's possible return, fans eagerly await the release of Doom: The Dark Ages, a highly anticipated prequel slated for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC in 2025, promising a unique medieval twist on the established sci-fi franchise.