Introduction
The Naruto franchise has been around since the turn of the millennium, and it’s still going strong in 2023. With over twenty titles spanning multiple console generations, the Naruto games have something for everyone. Whether you’re a fan of the manga or anime, an avid gamer, or just curious about the series, you’ll find something to suit your tastes. This comprehensive overview of all the Naruto games will take you through the series’ history, from the early days of the PlayStation 2 to the upcoming releases of 2023.
The Early Days
The first Naruto game was released for the PlayStation 2 in 2003. While it was a simple action-adventure game, it set the tone for what was to come. Players could control Naruto as he explored the Hidden Leaf Village and fought off enemies. It was followed by Naruto: Gekitō Ninja Taisen in 2004 and Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles in 2005, both of which expanded on the original game’s mechanics and offered a more in-depth experience.
The Shinobi Series
In 2006, the Shinobi series was created, and it quickly became the franchise’s flagship series. The first game, Naruto: Shinobi no Sato no Jintori Kassen, was a strategy-based game in which players took control of Naruto and other characters from the series and fought to protect the Hidden Leaf Village. The second game, Naruto: Shinobi no Sato no Jintori Gassen, was a fighting game that featured a wide variety of characters and modes. The third game, Naruto: Shinobi no Sato no Jintori Kassen 3, was a tactical RPG that allowed players to explore the world of Naruto in greater detail. All three games were well-received by critics and fans alike.
The Ultimate Ninja Series
In 2007, the Ultimate Ninja series was created, and it quickly became one of the most popular Naruto games. The first title, Naruto: Ultimate Ninja, was a 3D fighting game that allowed players to take control of their favorite characters and battle it out in spectacular fashion. Subsequent entries in the series added new characters, stages, and modes, as well as improved graphics and controls. The Ultimate Ninja series has continued to be a mainstay of the franchise, and is still going strong in 2023.
The Storm Series
In 2008, the Storm series was created, and it quickly became one of the most popular games in the franchise. The first game, Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm, was a 3D action game that allowed players to explore a large open world and battle it out with their favorite characters. Subsequent entries in the series added new characters, stages, and modes, as well as improved graphics and controls. The Storm series has continued to be a mainstay of the franchise, and is still going strong in 2023.
The Revolution Series
In 2009, the Revolution series was created, and it quickly became one of the biggest games in the franchise. The first game, Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Revolution, was a 3D action-adventure game that allowed players to explore a huge open world and battle it out with their favorite characters. Subsequent entries in the series added new characters, stages, and modes, as well as improved graphics and controls. The Revolution series has continued to be a mainstay of the franchise, and is still going strong in 2023.
The Blazing Series
In 2010, the Blazing series was created, and it quickly became one of the most popular Naruto games. The first title, Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Blazing, was a mobile game that allowed players to take control of their favorite characters and battle it out in thrilling 3-on-3 battles. Subsequent entries in the series added new characters, stages, and modes, as well as improved graphics and controls. The Blazing series has continued to be a mainstay of the franchise, and is still going strong in 2023.
The Clash of Ninja Series
In 2011, the Clash of Ninja series was created, and it quickly became one of the most popular Naruto games. The first title, Naruto: Clash of Ninja, was a 3D fighting game that allowed players to take control of their favorite characters and battle it out in fast-paced fights. Subsequent entries in the series added new characters, stages, and modes, as well as improved graphics and controls. The Clash of Ninja series has continued to be a mainstay of the franchise, and is still going strong in 2023.
The Road to Boruto Series
In 2012, the Road to Boruto series was created, and it quickly became one of the biggest games in the franchise. The first game, Naruto: Road to Boruto, was a 3D action-adventure game that allowed players to explore a huge open world and battle it out with their favorite characters from the original series and its spin-off, Boruto: Naruto Next Generations. Subsequent entries in the series added new characters, stages, and modes, as well as improved graphics and controls. The Road to Boruto series has continued to be a mainstay of the franchise, and is still going strong in 2023.
The Future
The future of the Naruto games looks bright in 2023. Several upcoming titles are already in development, including the highly anticipated Naruto: Shinobi Collection, which is set to be released later this year. With more games on the horizon, Naruto fans will have plenty to look forward to in the years to come.
