Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. today announced that two new roles are now available for free in the latest update for DEATH NOTE Killer Within. The update includes the two roles for free, Watari and the National Police Agency (NPA) Chief, along with new paid downloadable content including a premium Soichiro Yagami avatar, Premium Customization Pack Vol. 4 and more to amplify players’ gameplay experience. DEATH NOTE Killer Within, the globally popular anime series reimagined as a thrilling 10-player social deduction game, is available on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5 and PC via STEAM® in Standard and Special Editions. For more information, visit the title’s official website at www.bandainamcoent.com/games/death-note-killer-within.

Watch Watari and the NPA Chief team up and challenge Kira in the latest DEATH NOTE Killer Within trailer here

Known as the trusted handler and assistant in the anime, Watari plays an equally crucial role in the game. Watari and L are aware of each other’s identities and can discreetly exchange critical information through a transceiver at his disposal. This gives Watari an edge to move the investigation forward. Additionally, NPA Chief is the second role whose goal is to fight for justice. In this role, players can pause the action phase by calling for an emergency meeting. However, this can only occur once per game and cannot be used while a Kira Command Card is in effect. Watari and NPA Chief are both members of L’s team and provide new gameplay strategy to help expose Kira and his team.

Players will also find new paid downloadable content available for DEATH NOTE Killer Within, including a premium avatar set of Soichiro Yagami with a snot bubble and wearing pajamas with a nightcap. Additionally, Premium Customization Pack Vol. 4 will provide players with a variety of customization options and rewards as they progress through levels, such as obtaining the Watari and Soichiro Yagami avatars, the “Japanese Police Set” pets, nameplates, voiced cut-ins and more accessories.

DEATH NOTE Killer Within, the first-ever game based on the globally popular anime series, captures the series’ mystical premise, where a notebook’s power can bring death to anyone whose name is written in it, reimagining the premise as an online social deduction game where players must determine who they can trust. In the game, players can assume one of five roles - Kira, Kira Follower, L, Investigator, or Mello - each offering unique gameplay characteristics in developing a wide range of strategies, as randomized scenarios evolve into high-stakes gameplay. Their ultimate goal is to uncover each other's identities to eliminate L or seize the Death Note from Kira. The game features cross-play for up to 10 players across platforms and offers robust customization options. Engage in a game of wits as both sides vie for the hidden Death Note, leading to a thrilling showdown of truth and deception until one team prevails.