Death Note: Killer Within (2024)
Game Description:
Death Note: Killer Within is an online social deduction game released in 2024, designed for up to 10 players. Set in the intense world of Death Note, players are divided into two opposing teams: Kira's followers and L's investigators. Each team has distinct objectives; Kira's followers aim to protect Kira's identity and eliminate L, while L's team seeks to uncover Kira's identity and seize the Death Note. Players must use strategy, deception, and deduction to achieve their goals, navigating a web of alliances and betrayals. With time-sensitive missions and high-stakes decisions, every move could mean the difference between victory and defeat. Trust no one, and remember: in this game, knowledge is power.
Game Details
Platforms:
PC
Genres:
Strategy
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ESRB Age Rating Summary:
Death Note Killer Within is rated T for Teen by the ESRB with Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, and Mild Blood. Also includes Users Interact and In-Game Purchases. This is a social deduction game, based on the anime Death Note, in which players assume the role of either a killer or the detective trying to find the killer's identity. From a 3/4-overhead perspective, players control puppet-like investigators (i.e., chibi figures) through a game board, collecting clues found in crime scenes and character interactions. As the killer, players can pass judgment on criminals and use traps to kill investigators. Cutscene depict the deaths of characters, typically those affected by the Death Note: a character shot by a pop gun; a character flattened by a speeding truck; a character burning to death inside a house; a character sent to the gallows. One crime scene depicts a small bloody pentagram on the ground next to a body outlined in chalk. During the course of the game, a recurring character is depicted holding a wine bottle; the text also references alcohol periodically ("Want to get a drink after this?").
Content Warnings:
Alcohol Reference, Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood
Interactive Elements:
Users Interact
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Parental Notes
The sentiment among parents is mostly negative when it comes to letting kids play Death Note: Killer Within. While the game is engaging, it contains mild profanity and features intense fantasy violence, including scenes where characters are killed in various graphic ways, such as being shot, burned, or run over. The game also includes dark themes like judgment and execution, with some crime scenes showing mild blood and disturbing imagery, such as a bloody pentagram. Alcohol references are present, with characters depicted holding wine bottles. Many parents recommend this game for teens 13 and older due to its mature content and themes.
Why Your Kid Might Like Death Note: Killer Within
Death Note: Killer Within offers a thrilling experience for teens who enjoy strategy and social deduction games. The intense world of Death Note, combined with the challenge of outsmarting opponents, keeps players engaged. The game’s structure, with players divided into Kira's followers and L's investigators, encourages strategic thinking and teamwork. Teens appreciate the opportunity to form alliances and betray others, adding layers of excitement and unpredictability to each session. The high-stakes decisions and time-sensitive missions create a sense of urgency that keeps players on their toes.
Players enjoy the game's emphasis on deception and deduction, which requires them to constantly assess their opponents' motives and actions. The need to protect or uncover Kira's identity adds a layer of mystery and intrigue that appeals to fans of the Death Note series. The social aspect of the game, with up to 10 players, allows for dynamic interactions and discussions, making each game unique. Teens who enjoy a mix of strategy, mystery, and social interaction find Death Note: Killer Within a compelling choice for their gaming sessions.