Rumors {that a} new Doom recreation is on the horizon are heating up thanks partly to a brand new trademark submitting (through Eurogamer).
The pending U.S. trademark filed by Microsoft’s ZeniMax Media is for a venture referred to as “IDKFA.” Longtime followers of developer id Software program will acknowledge the string of letters as a well-known cheat code for the unique Doom that grants gamers entry to all in-game weapons and keys with full ammo and armor.
To be clear, it’s potential the trademark isn’t associated to a brand new Doom recreation, however there are a number of causes to carry out hope {that a} recent installment could quickly be introduced. Microsoft has already revealed plans to carry its main video games showcase on June 9, which means we’ll be taught extra about upcoming Xbox video games in only some weeks.
Leaked courtroom paperwork from final yr additionally talked about a mysterious title often known as Doom: 12 months Zero, although particulars on what this venture might be have but to be revealed. The Verge’s Tom Warren has additionally repeatedly teased {that a} Doom announcement might arrive in the course of the upcoming June showcase. Eurogamer says it has heard related data.
The final mainline Doom entry arrived in March 2020 with Doom Everlasting, which went on to obtain two expansions by March 2021. Whereas Microsoft has lately moved to close down Bethesda’s Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin, id Software program has remained quiet in the case of the way it may proceed its basic FPS franchise.
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If a brand new Doom recreation goes to be revealed quickly, there’s no telling what form it would take or if it would maintain the Doom: 12 months Zero identify that leaked in 2023. Till Microsoft has extra to disclose, it’s in all probability greatest to take all rumors with a grain of salt.
Whereas we wait to see what id Software program is cooking up, you possibly can learn our 9/10 Doom Everlasting overview, the place we stated “Whether or not you are a brand new Doom fan or a veteran one, Doom Everlasting is certain to please & entertain you. It is gloriously enjoyable.”
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