A new Death Note game, subtitled Killer Within, has received a rating for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 from the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee! Let's delve into what we know so far.
Death Note: Killer Within Rated in Taiwan
Bandai Namco: A Likely Publisher
Fans of the iconic Death Note manga are buzzing with excitement! 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. Gematsu reports that Bandai Namco, known for its video game adaptations of popular anime franchises like Dragon Ball and Naruto, is the likely publisher. While official details are scarce, this rating strongly suggests a formal announcement is imminent.
This news follows trademark registrations for the game name by Death Note's publisher, Shueisha, 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 subsequent searches in English on the website confirmed the English title as Death Note: Killer Within. However, it appears the game listing may have since been removed from the website.
A Look Back at Death Note Games
While gameplay and plot details remain shrouded in mystery, speculation is rife among 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 and L dynamic, or will it introduce fresh characters and storylines? Only time will tell.
The Death Note franchise boasts a history of video game adaptations, starting with Death Note: Kira Game in 2007 for the Nintendo DS. This point-and-click title allowed players to assume the roles of Kira or L, engaging in a battle of wits to uncover their opponent's identity. This was followed by Death Note: Successor to L and the spin-off L the ProLogue to Death Note: Spiraling Trap. These games shared similar deduction-based, point-and-click mechanics.
These earlier titles primarily targeted a Japanese audience with limited releases. If Killer Within comes to fruition, it could mark the franchise's first major global game launch.
