Death Note: Killer Within Game Rated for PS5 in Taiwan

A new Death Note video game, titled "Killer Within," is generating excitement among fans! The Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee has officially rated the game for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Let's delve into the details.

Death Note: Killer Within – Officially Rated

Bandai Namco: A Likely Publisher

The upcoming game, "Death Note: Killer Within," suggests a potential major global release for the franchise. Industry speculation points to Bandai Namco as the likely publisher, given their history of successful anime game adaptations. While official details remain scarce, the rating suggests an imminent announcement.

This news follows trademark registrations for "Death Note: Killer Within" by Shueisha (Death Note's publisher) in major territories earlier this year. While initial reports suggested a different translation of the title, the English name "Killer Within" has been confirmed.

Note: The game listing may have been temporarily removed from the rating board's website.

A Look Back at Past Death Note Games

While gameplay specifics are yet to be revealed, anticipation is high. Given the source material's psychological depth, fans expect a suspenseful experience. Whether the game will focus on the iconic Light Yagami vs. L rivalry or introduce new elements remains to be seen.

Previous Death Note games, such as "Death Note: Kira Game," were primarily released in Japan and featured point-and-click deduction mechanics. "Killer Within" could potentially be the franchise's first major international game launch.