The New Death Note Game Could Be Just What Fans of the Anime Have Been Craving For
Death Note Killer Within is a battle of wits from Grounding INc. that is sure to bring back fond memories for fans of the popular anime and manga.
- Leaks about a new Death Note game had fans of the popular franchise excited for more news about it.
- Death Note: Killer Within has released on PC, PS4, and PS5 and is a free title on PS Plus as part of the service's November line-up.
- As a game based on social deduction, Killer Within pits protagonist Kira against Inspector L in a gameplay loop that is sure to please fans of the popular IP.
There is no denying the impact that Death Note has had on the world of anime and manga. However, the franchise has not enjoyed a presence in modern gaming despite its unique premise and the potential it carries from a narrative and visual standpoint.
Until now, that is. A new game based on the franchise is currently available and has found its way to PlayStation Plus as part of its November lineup of free games, titled Death Note Killer Within. The new game is an intuitive take on the anime’s premise, pitting its many characters against each other in a battle of social deduction.
Death Note Comes Back to Life in a Bold New Avatar
Death Note caught the attention of anime and manga fans all over the world with a thrilling narrative that catapulted it to fame and cemented its place among the most influential stories to grace the illustrious ranks of popular entertainment. Its unique premise and potential for a great video game experience had fans hoping against hope that the leaks about a title based on it were true.
Their wishes have been granted, and Death Note Killer Within has made its way to PC, PS4, and PS5. The news has fans of both the anime and manga very excited to hear more about the game as it recreates the main narrative of the anime in a format that has worked very well for games such as 2018’s Among Us.
Death Note Killer Within Raises the Stakes for Social Deduction Titles
By pitting up to 10 players against each other in a battle of wits, Killer Within lets them take on the role of Death Note’s protagonist Kira as he attempts to thwart his rival L as they attempt to uncover each other’s identities and take possession of the titular Death Note.
With up to five players a team, the game promises some interesting match-ups that could have players spend many an hour as either Kira and his followers using the Death Note to eliminate the opposition or as Investigators working with L to uncover Kira’s identity by sharing information with each other.
Although many fans expected the game to feature a Persona-like gameplay loop like the one in Metaphor: ReFantazio, Grounding Inc’s take on the popular IP makes for a nuanced experience that makes the most of its source material while delivering an intriguing title for its players.
With an interesting art style and well-executed gameplay, Death Note Killer Within is sure to catch the attention of players as a day-one release for PlayStation Plus, bringing fans of the anime to the table while also being an attractive option to those who may not be familiar with its now-iconic narrative.
