Is a Quake Sequel on the Horizon?

During the recent Xbox Developer Direct, keen-eyed viewers caught a glimpse of the offices of renowned developer MachineGames. There was a particular moment that stood out, where a whiteboard was shown with intriguing information. Underneath some writing that seemed to say “Quake 6”, there appeared to be a Quake logo drawn. This discovery has sparked speculation about the possibility of a new Quake game in development.

A Closer Look at the Clues

Analyzing the footage from the live stream, the writing on the whiteboard reveals “AKE 6”, with the presumed “QU” cut off on the left-hand side of the screen. It is important to note that this cannot be considered confirmation of an upcoming Quake sequel. When asked about it, Bethesda, the publisher of the Quake series, has only responded with a vague “no comment”. However, it is apparent that the inclusion of the Quake logo and the partially visible writing is not accidental.

Upon seeing the whiteboard, many fans wondered when Quake 5 was released, as the last numbered sequel in the series was Quake 4. Since then, there have been two other games: Quake Live and Quake Champions. Quake Champions is commonly regarded as the fifth mainline entry in the Quake series. With this in mind, it is plausible that any forthcoming Quake game could be titled “Quake 6”.

MachineGames, the renowned studio behind the modern Wolfenstein series and the expanded remasters of Quake and Quake 2, would undoubtedly be a solid choice to take on the development of a new Quake game. Their track record proves their ability to successfully revive beloved franchises while adding their own unique touch. Therefore, fans have high hopes that MachineGames may be the studio entrusted with the task of bringing the Strogg back to life in a future installment.

Conclusion: Anticipation and Uncertainty

At this stage, it is purely speculative to assume that a Quake sequel is in active development. The whiteboard sighting during the Xbox Developer Direct piques the curiosity of fans, but without an official announcement, excitement should be tempered. Only time will tell if “Quake 6” becomes a reality, and if so, whether it will live up to the expectations set by its predecessors. Nevertheless, the gaming community eagerly waits for news regarding the future of the Quake franchise.