Rumor: Beloved Nintendo 64 Exclusive Coming to Modern Consoles

Doom 64's Potential Next-Gen Release Hints at a Nostalgic Return

Recent updates to the ESRB ratings suggest a possible imminent release of Doom 64 on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S. While Bethesda and id Software remain officially silent, this rating update strongly indicates a new port is in the works.

The original Doom 64, a Nintendo 64 exclusive from 1997, received a 2020 remaster for PS4 and Xbox One, featuring graphical enhancements and a new level. This updated ESRB listing suggests Bethesda intends to bring this enhanced version to current-generation consoles.

The timing of ESRB ratings often precedes game announcements by a few months. This precedent, coupled with Bethesda's history of surprise releases for older Doom titles (and a similar ESRB leak for Felix the Cat in 2023), makes a near-future launch highly plausible. Although the rating doesn't include PC, the 2020 version launched on Steam, and modding communities already offer Doom 64 experiences on PC.

This potential release cleverly bridges the gap to the anticipated 2025 launch of Doom: The Dark Ages. By offering updated versions of classic titles, Bethesda strategically builds excitement for the franchise's next major installment.