New Doom Game Announcement Strongly Hinted at by New Bethesda Trademark

The Doom franchise had a bit of a renaissance with 2016’s Doom and 2020’s Doom Eternal. Now, after over four years since the last entry in the series, fans are eagerly awaiting news of the next installment. A newly discovered trademark, listed under the codename IDKFA, has sparked speculation that something exciting is on the way.

What’s the Buzz About IDKFA?

• Trademark Discovery: Eagle-eyed fans noticed a pending trademark filed by ZeniMax Media (the umbrella company for Bethesda) under the codename IDKFA. While the filing only confirms that it’s related to video game software, the title itself holds a clue. IDKFA is a classic cheat code from the original Doom, granting players access to all weapons, keycards, and full ammo (ID Keys, Firearms, Armor).

• Xbox Games Showcase: Reliable Microsoft insider Tom Warren and others have hinted that something Doom-related might be revealed during the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase. If developer id Software sticks to their usual 4-year timeframe for new Doom games, a 2024 release would make sense.

• Grain of Salt: Until Microsoft and Bethesda officially confirm anything, consider this speculation. But if true, adding Doom to the showcase lineup would be exciting for shooter fans.

The Xbox Games Showcase will be streamed on June 9. Are you excited to see what id Software has in store for the next Doom game? How crazy will it get? Share your thoughts