Delisted FPS Games Poised for Revival on Next-Gen Consoles

Potential Return of Doom Slayers Collection on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S

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

The collection's significance stems from its inclusion of remastered versions of the original Doom, Doom II, Doom III, and the 2016 reboot. The 1993 original Doom revolutionized the first-person shooter genre, introducing groundbreaking features like 3D graphics and multiplayer capabilities. Its enduring legacy makes a re-release particularly noteworthy.

The ESRB ratings also list a new rating for Doom 64 on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. This further strengthens the likelihood of the Doom Slayers Collection return, as the physical edition originally included a Doom 64 download code. This pattern aligns with Bethesda's past practice of re-releasing titles on current-gen consoles, mirroring the previous delisting and re-release of Doom and Doom II as a combined package. Id Software's history of porting its games to newer platforms, as seen with Quake II, also supports this prediction.

Games Included in the Doom Slayers Collection:

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

Beyond the potential return of the Doom Slayers Collection, fans can anticipate the release of Doom: The Dark Ages, a highly anticipated prequel set in a medieval setting, slated for release on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC in 2025. This promises a fresh take on the iconic sci-fi franchise.