FPS Revival Announced for Current-Gen Consoles

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

The Doom Slayers Collection, a compilation featuring four iconic Doom titles, may be making a comeback on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles. The collection, which was delisted in 2024, has reportedly received an ESRB "M" rating for these platforms, hinting at a potential re-release. Notably, the rating excludes the Nintendo Switch and last-generation consoles.

The Doom franchise, starting with the groundbreaking 1993 original, significantly impacted the first-person shooter genre. Its innovative use of 3D graphics, multiplayer, and mod support cemented its legacy. This resurgence of the Doom Slayers Collection follows a pattern established by publisher Bethesda, who previously delisted individual Doom titles before re-releasing them in updated packages. This aligns with id Software's history of porting its games to current-gen consoles, as seen with Quake 2.

The Doom Slayers Collection originally launched in 2019 for PS4, Xbox One, and PC, encompassing:

• Doom
• Doom II
• Doom 3
• Doom (2016)

Interestingly, the recent ESRB rating for Doom 64 on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S further strengthens the speculation. The physical edition of the Doom Slayers Collection included a download code for Doom 64, suggesting a connection between the two.

Beyond the potential return of the Doom Slayers Collection, Doom: The Dark Ages, a highly anticipated prequel set in a medieval setting, is slated for release on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC in 2025. This promises a unique twist on the established sci-fi franchise. The combination of a potential Doom Slayers Collection re-release and the upcoming Doom: The Dark Ages promises an exciting future for Doom fans.