Microsoft Teases Potential Xbox Exclusive Doom

Recent reports suggest that Microsoft is preparing for an upcoming announcement for a new Doom title possibly named Year Zero amidst internal shake-ups and studio closures. The gaming giant has recently faced backlash after shutting down the studios behind Redfall, Prey, The Evil Within, and Hi-Fi Rush. On a brighter note, these closures led to Steam review bombings out of support for the beloved games. Details about raising the Game Pass Ultimate price emerged but nothing is finalized. With the future releases of Hellblade 2, Starfield DLC, Avowed, and an Indiana Jones game on the horizon, the future of Xbox seems uncertain, especially around the exclusivity of its titles. The new Doom's release on the PS5 remains a hot topic since prior Doom titles were multiplatform, as well as the possibility of other games like Indiana Jones and the Great Circle coming to Sony's console.

As of now, there are no official statements regarding the exclusivity of the new Doom game. With a history of multiplatform releases for previous Doom titles, there's a possibility it may not be exclusive to Xbox. However, fans are waiting for a clear strategy from Xbox on their approach to multiplatform releases in the future.

Doom is a historical franchise in the gaming industry, known for pioneering the first-person shooter genre with its initial release in 1993 by id Software. Doom 2016 and Doom Eternal, developed by the same company, revitalized the franchise with modern graphics, intense gameplay, and critical acclaim. With Microsoft's acquisition of ZeniMax Media, the parent company of id Software, in 2021, the future of Doom has been closely tied to Microsoft's strategic decisions within the gaming sphere.