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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 PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. This follows its delisting from digital stores in 2024. Recent ESRB ratings strongly suggest new-generation console releases, excluding the Nintendo Switch and last-generation consoles.

The collection, originally launched in 2019, includes remasters of Doom, Doom II, Doom III, and the 2016 Doom reboot. Its potential resurgence isn't surprising, given the enduring influence of the original 1993 Doom on the first-person shooter genre. The game's pioneering 3D graphics, multiplayer capabilities, and mod support cemented its legacy.

ESRB's "M" rating for the collection on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, notably omits Switch and last-gen consoles. This aligns with a recent ESRB rating for Doom 64 on the same platforms, further fueling speculation. The physical version of the Doom Slayers Collection included a Doom 64 download code, strengthening the connection.

Games Included:

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

This potential re-release mirrors Bethesda's past practice of re-releasing classic titles, such as the combined Doom + Doom II package for current-gen consoles. It also reflects id Software's history of porting its games to the latest platforms, as seen with Quake II.

Beyond the possible return of the Doom Slayers Collection, 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 to the franchise.