Casual · November 5, 2024
DEATH NOTE Killer Within (2024)
DEATH NOTE Killer Within (2024) scores 88% positive on Steam from 2.0k reviews, developed by Grounding Inc..
DEATH NOTE Killer Within (2024) is a Casual title from Grounding Inc. available on Windows. The title carries a 88% Steam positive rating across 2.0k reviews, 40 Steam achievements, and 100k–1M estimated owners — making it a measurable reference point when comparing to peers in the Casual category.
DEATH NOTE Killer Within is an online social deduction game for up to 10 players. Players will be split into two teams with different objectives. To win the game, players will need to figure out each other’s identities and either eliminate L who threatens Kira’s power or seize the Death Note. • Enjoy a battle of wits as Kira and his follower or as L and the investigators in the world of DEATH NOTE. As equally matched opponents, the two teams clash to control the game while hiding their true identities from each other. The Death Note is hidden among the players, leading to a thrilling game of cat and mouse until one team overpowers the other. • Each role has its own characteristics, allowing you to master a deep sense of strategy and tactical play . Depending on your assigned role, a wide range of strategies can be formulated, and each randomized scenario develops into a high-stakes game of tactics. • Supports cross-play for large groups of players. • Customize your game avatar with up to seven types of unlockable items, pick a custom nameplate, and select a special animation to be displayed during dramatic moments of gameplay. *A Special Edition is also available. Please take care not to make duplicate purchases. *This game is meant to be played online only. It cannot be played in offline mode. *Voice chat recommended. *Internet connection required. *The service and its contents are subject to change or end without prior notice.
Release & Availability
| Release date | Nov 5, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Developer | Grounding Inc. |
| Publisher | Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. |
| Base price | $4.99 -50% |
| DLC / Add-ons | 19 released |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Estimated owners | 100k–1M |
| External links | Support |
Release timeline
DEATH NOTE Killer Within launched on Nov 5, 2024.
Studio and publishing
The title was developed by Grounding Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc..
Platform support
Playable natively on Windows.
Packages & editions
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Reception & Reviews
Steam community score
Steam users rate DEATH NOTE Killer Within 88% positive across 2.0k reviews — categorised as Very Positive.
1.8k positive · 246 negative
Critic consensus
Critic reception data on Metacritic is limited for this post-2021 title — Steam user reviews are the primary reception signal.
Curator & community recommendations
Steam curators and players have issued 2.1k recommendations for this title.
Gameplay Profile
Genres
- Casual
- Strategy
Community tag consensus
- Strategy · 87
- Casual · 82
- Social Deduction · 46
- Word Game · 44
- Multiplayer · 43
- Top-Down · 43
- Psychological · 38
- Immersive Sim · 38
- Anime · 37
- Noir · 36
- Dark · 34
- Survival · 30
Playtime profile
Community average playtime is 16 hours, with a median of 23 hours — a moderate (15–40 hours) commitment.
Steam achievements
The title ships with 40 Steam achievements to unlock.
Languages supported
Interface / subtitles: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish – Spain, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean.
Full audio: Japanese, Korean.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was DEATH NOTE Killer Within released?
DEATH NOTE Killer Within was released on Nov 5, 2024 by Grounding Inc..
Is DEATH NOTE Killer Within worth playing?
Based on 2.0k Steam reviews, DEATH NOTE Killer Within holds a 88% positive rating (Very Positive) — suggesting the game resonates with most players who try it.
What platforms does DEATH NOTE Killer Within support?
DEATH NOTE Killer Within runs natively on Windows.
How much does DEATH NOTE Killer Within cost?
Base price on Steam is $4.99 (before seasonal discounts).