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DEATH NOTE Killer Within

PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 • 2024

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Quick resume

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.

Global score

85/100

Genres

Casual, Strategy

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    Pros

    • Faithful death note theme and lore
    • Complex and engaging social deduction mechanics
    • Voice chat enhances communication
    • Multiple distinct roles with unique gameplay
    • Cross-platform play and customization options

    Cons

    • Game ends if any player disconnects disrupting matches
    • Toxic behavior and slurs in public lobbies
    • Price and dlc structure seen as expensive
    • Limited maps and cosmetic variety currently
    • Steep learning curve for new players

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

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      4

      "Players have freedom to choose roles, strategies, and actions with many unique roles and abilities allowing personal decision-making."

      Capsule for Town of Salem 2 Town of Salem 2

      "Players have freedom to choose roles and direct their own actions with complex social deduction and strategic decisions."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      4

      "High skill ceiling with mind games, mechanical skill, and strategic thinking required; players report learning curves and mastery over time."

      Capsule for Dead by Daylight Dead by Daylight

      "High skill ceiling with complex mechanics, role-specific abilities, and strategic mind games requiring learning and mastery."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      3

      "Multiplayer is competitive with ranked matches and skill-based play, though some players also enjoy casual or cooperative modes."

      Capsule for Warhammer® 40,000: Dawn of War® - Dark Crusade Warhammer® 40,000: Dawn of War® - Dark Crusade

      "Competitive multiplayer with ranked modes suggested and players striving to outsmart others, but also casual play possible."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      2

      "Players report addictive gameplay and repeated attempts; some frustration but desire to keep playing."

      Capsule for Dub Dash Dub Dash

      "Players show desire to keep playing despite some frustration with disconnects ending games; habitual play with friends common."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      4

      "Strong emphasis on teamwork among investigators to survive and complete objectives; communication and coordination are key."

      Capsule for White Noise 2 White Noise 2

      "Strong emphasis on teamwork and communication among investigators and Kira/follower roles to achieve goals."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      2

      "Players can unlock and use various skins and gifts that modify gameplay and appearance, adding some creative expression."

      Capsule for Zero Punctuation: Hatfall - Hatters Gonna Hat Edition Zero Punctuation: Hatfall - Hatters Gonna Hat Edition

      "Customization available with skins and cosmetics; some player-driven strategies and role interactions encourage creative play."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -2

      "While competitive, player interactions appear balanced with no strong emphasis on exerting superiority or toxic behavior."

      Capsule for GUNS UP! GUNS UP!

      "Players emphasize balanced interactions and mutual respect; some toxic behavior reported but not dominant motivation."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      4

      "Players use the game as a fun, immersive distraction with a humorous take on death and office life, providing stress relief."

      Capsule for Have a Nice Death Have a Nice Death

      "Players use game as distraction and stress relief, enjoying immersive Death Note themed social deduction experience."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and intrinsic motivation; no evidence of obligation or pressure."

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      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and intrinsic motivation; no evidence of obligation or pressure."

    • Experimenting

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      3

      "Players explore different social links, combat roles, and strategies, with some new mechanics to test."

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      "Players explore complex mechanics, test strategies, and adapt to dynamic social situations in each match."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      -2

      "Maps are limited and known; exploration is minimal, focus is on social and strategic gameplay."

      Capsule for OBEY OBEY

      "Limited maps currently; focus is on social and strategic gameplay rather than discovering new environments."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      3

      "Customization options for characters and cosmetics allow players to express individuality."

      Capsule for Goofy Gorillas Goofy Gorillas

      "Character customization and cosmetic options allow players to express individuality within the game."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      5

      "Strong fantasy element as players embody anime characters with supernatural powers in an imaginative world."

      Capsule for One Piece Pirate Warriors 3 One Piece Pirate Warriors 3

      "Strong fantasy element based on Death Note anime with roleplaying as iconic characters and supernatural themes."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      4

      "Strong community and social play focus; players enjoy shared experiences with friends and lobbies."

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      "Community and social bonding important; players form groups and enjoy shared experiences in lobbies."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      4

      "Players develop skills, knowledge, and strategies over time; learning curve and mastery are emphasized."

      Capsule for Dead by Daylight Dead by Daylight

      "Learning curve and skill development emphasized; players improve deduction, communication, and strategy over time."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "No physical activity involved; sedentary gameplay typical of action-adventure games."

      Capsule for Yakuza Kiwami 2 Yakuza Kiwami 2

      "No physical activity involved; sedentary gameplay typical of social deduction games."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention and active participation; not suited for background or casual idle play."

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      "Requires focused attention and active participation; not suited for background or casual idle play."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      1

      "Social interactions exist but mostly casual and surface-level; some friendships formed."

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      "Some social interaction and friendship formation reported, but mostly surface-level group engagement."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      3

      "Leadership roles exist within squads; players guide team tactics and coordinate objectives."

      Capsule for Insurgency Insurgency

      "Roles like L require guiding team investigations and decision-making, encouraging leadership behavior."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      2

      "Progression through unlocking achievements and collectibles, plus a New Game+ skin unlock."

      Capsule for Dawn Dawn

      "Progression through unlocking cosmetics and battle passes; in-game progression via tasks and events."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      -1

      "Tense and suspenseful atmosphere dominates; some players find it thrilling rather than relaxing."

      Capsule for The Inn-Sanity The Inn-Sanity

      "Game can be tense and suspenseful; some players find it thrilling rather than purely relaxing."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      2

      "Audio design and voice acting provide sensory stimulation and emotional engagement."

      Capsule for Unheard - Voices of Crime Unheard - Voices of Crime

      "Engaging voice chat and thematic audio provide sensory stimulation and emotional excitement."

    • Status

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      2

      "Leaderboards and ranked modes provide some social recognition and status."

      Capsule for Inkbound Inkbound

      "Leaderboards and ranked modes suggested; some social recognition through skill and role performance."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      3

      "Narrative and lore elements present and appreciated; story enhances immersion and player engagement."

      Capsule for Fracture Dominion Fracture Dominion

      "Narrative immersion through Death Note lore and character roles enhances player engagement."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      5

      "High emphasis on mental challenge, planning, and problem solving; players must devise and adapt complex strategies"

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      "Heavy emphasis on mental challenge, problem solving, and strategic planning in social deduction gameplay."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      4

      "Suspenseful and emotionally intense gameplay creates thrill and tension."

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      "Suspenseful moments, risk-taking, and tension relief are core to the gameplay experience."

    • Value

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      1

      "Players perceive good value especially on sale, though DLC pricing is a common complaint."

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      "Generally perceived as good value for price, though some players find cost and DLC structure a barrier."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      3

      "Enjoyment of combat and destruction through fighting moves and combos; stylized violence."

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      "Enjoyment of combat and elimination mechanics tied to Death Note theme; stylized and thematic violence."

    • Survival

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      3

      "Players focus on avoiding death and overcoming threats through strategic play and resource management."

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      "Avoiding death and elimination is key; players manage threats and resources strategically."

    Analysis

    Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story, Fantasy. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Exploration.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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    Last update: 30/04/2026