New 'Death Note' game in the works?

The franchise is once again in the spotlight, thanks to recent leaks suggesting a new video game titled has been rated for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. This news has ignited anticipation among fans of the iconic anime and manga, who have long awaited another instalment in the Death Note universe. The upcoming project, published by Bandai Namco, has been rated by the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee, though the full scope of the game remains under wraps.

has remained a cultural phenomenon since the manga concluded in 2006, continuing to captivate audiences with its psychological thriller elements, morally complex characters, and intellectual cat-and-mouse chase between Light Yagami and L. Given its lasting popularity, fans have been eager for a new video game—one that could fully explore the franchise’s untapped potential.

The recent leak from Gematsu and confirmation from the Taiwan Digital Game Rating Committee has sparked a renewed sense of excitement.

While official details are still scarce, the rating for suggests the game will stick to the franchise's signature dark themes, including violent acts and anti-society messages. As a yet unannounced project, its gameplay mechanics and genre remain speculative, but there are plenty of possibilities.

According to GameRant, some fans are hoping the game will resemble a Professor Layton-style puzzle-solving adventure, which would be a natural fit for the complex psychological battles that define the narrative.

Others, however, have expressed interest in a more Persona 5-like approach, where players would step into the shoes of a seemingly ordinary student by day and a vigilante killer by night. Many are hopeful that will avoid the common pitfall of anime adaptations becoming generic fighting games, instead leaning into the intellectual tension that makes the series unique.

For now, fans are left to speculate about what Death Note: Killer Within will deliver, but with the game rated for both PS4 and PS5, an official announcement may be just around the corner.