FPS Classics Poised for Revival on Next-Gen Consoles

Doom Slayers Collection Rumored for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S Return

The Doom Slayers Collection, a compilation featuring four iconic Doom games, may be making a comeback on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. The collection, which was delisted in 2024, has recently received ESRB ratings for these platforms, hinting at a potential re-release. The ESRB listings notably omit Switch and last-generation consoles, suggesting the return will be limited to current-gen systems.

The collection's significance stems from its inclusion of remastered versions of the original Doom, Doom II, Doom III, and the 2016 reboot. The original Doom, released in 1993, revolutionized the first-person shooter genre with its groundbreaking 3D graphics, multiplayer capabilities, and mod support. Its enduring legacy makes this potential return particularly noteworthy. The recent ESRB rating for Doom 64 on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S further strengthens the speculation, as Doom 64 was included as a download with physical copies of the Doom Slayers Collection.

Games Included:

• Doom
• Doom II
• Doom III
• Doom (2016)

This potential re-release follows a similar pattern from publisher Bethesda, who previously delisted Doom and Doom II before re-releasing them as a combined package on current-gen consoles. This strategy aligns with id Software's history of porting its titles to the latest platforms, as seen with Quake II.

Beyond the possible return of the Doom Slayers Collection, fans can look forward to Doom: The Dark Ages, a highly anticipated prequel set for release on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC in 2025. This new entry promises a unique medieval twist on the established sci-fi universe.