Press X to Doubt
L.A. Noire's interrogation 'Doubt' prompt — the reaction image for 'I don't believe you.'
Cole Phelps's skeptical face with a Doubt prompt from L.A. Noire interrogations. Posted as '(X) Doubt' or 'Press X to Doubt' to signal disbelief in a claim, headline, or excuse.
History
Rockstar's L.A. Noire (2011) presents Truth / Doubt / Lie prompts. A still of the Doubt option became a reaction meme on Funnyjunk and Reddit around 2012–13 (Know Your Meme).
Cultural scores
Editorial estimates of cultural weight — Current Popularity tracks how much people are posting about this now, not historical fame.
Current Popularity = how actively people are posting about this today. Influence = lasting footprint. Cringe = online reception. Brainrot = absurdist energy. Scores last reviewed 2026-07-25. How scoring works
Timeline
May 2011
L.A. Noire releases with interrogation QTEs
2012–13
(X) Doubt reaction images catch on in forums
2010s+
Standard disbelief reaction alongside Press F culture
Examples
- “Replying to a suspicious excuse with Press X to Doubt”
- “Image macros of Cole Phelps under fake headlines”
- “Chat: '(X) Doubt'”
Media
Related entries
Culturally linked — not random recommendations.
Press F to Pay Respects
MemeThe Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare funeral QTE — now the internet's default 'F' for respect (or mockery).
Change My Mind
MemeThe folding-table sign meme — a man with coffee inviting debate under the caption 'Change My Mind.'
GG
SlangGaming acronym for 'good game' — sportsmanship closer, resignation, or sarcastic salt depending on tone.
This Is Fine
MemeKC Green's 2013 comic dog calmly sipping coffee in a burning room — the internet's favorite denial emoji.
References
Sources behind this entry. Prefer primary reporting and established culture archives over rumor.
- Press X to Doubt — Know Your Meme
knowyourmeme.com