Death Note: Killer Within Game Rated for PS5 in Taiwan

A new Death Note video game, titled 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 and anime are buzzing with anticipation! A new game adaptation, Death Note: Killer Within, has been rated, suggesting an imminent official announcement.

Industry sources point to Bandai Namco as the likely publisher, given their history of successful video game adaptations of popular anime franchises such as Dragon Ball and Naruto. While specifics remain scarce, the rating itself strongly hints at a near-future release.

This news follows closely on the heels of trademark registrations for the game title by Shueisha (the original Death Note publisher) in major territories including Europe, Japan, and the United States earlier this year. While the Taiwanese ratings board initially listed the title as "Death Note: Shadow Mission," English language searches on their website confirmed the English title as Death Note: Killer Within. However, it appears the listing may have since been removed from the website.

A Look Back at Past Death Note Games

While plot and gameplay details are still shrouded in mystery, fan speculation is running wild. Given the suspenseful nature of the original Death Note storyline, many anticipate a similarly gripping gaming experience. Whether the game will focus on the classic Light Yagami vs. L rivalry or introduce fresh characters and storylines remains to be seen.

The Death Note franchise has a history of video game adaptations, starting with Death Note: Kira Game (2007, Nintendo DS). This point-and-click title allowed players to assume the roles of Kira or L in a battle of deduction. Subsequent releases, Death Note: Successor to L and L the ProLogue to Death Note: Spiraling Trap, continued this deduction-based gameplay.

These earlier titles were primarily released in Japan. Killer Within, however, could represent the franchise's first major global launch, signaling a significant step for Death Note in the gaming world.