Death Note: Killer Within Game Rated for PS5 in Taiwan

A new Death Note game, "Killer Within," has received a rating from the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4! Let's delve into the details of this exciting development.

Death Note: Killer Within - Confirmed for PS5 and PS4?

Fans of the iconic Death Note manga are buzzing with anticipation! A new video game adaptation, titled Death Note: Killer Within, has been rated by the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 consoles.

Gematsu reports that Bandai Namco, renowned for its video game adaptations of popular anime franchises (like Dragon Ball and Naruto), is likely the publisher. While official details remain scarce, this rating strongly suggests a formal announcement is imminent.

This news follows closely on the heels of trademark registrations for the game title by Shueisha (Death Note's publisher) in Europe, Japan, and the United States back in June. Interestingly, Gematsu initially reported the rating board listed the title as "Death Note: Shadow Mission," but a subsequent English search confirmed "Death Note: Killer Within" as the official English title. However, it appears the game listing may have since been removed from the website.

A Look Back at Previous Death Note Games

While gameplay and plot details remain shrouded in mystery, speculation is running rampant amongst fans. Given the psychological depth of the Death Note series, many anticipate a suspenseful experience mirroring the intensity of the manga and anime. Will the game focus on the classic Light Yagami vs. L rivalry, or will it introduce fresh characters and storylines? Only time will tell.

The Death Note franchise boasts a history of video games, starting with 2007's Death Note: Kira Game for Nintendo DS. This point-and-click title let players assume the roles of Kira or L, engaging in a battle of wits. Subsequent releases, Death Note: Successor to L and L the ProLogue to Death Note: Spiraling Trap, followed a similar point-and-click, deduction-based formula.

These earlier titles primarily targeted Japanese audiences with limited releases. Killer Within, if released as expected, could represent the franchise's first major global game launch.