Naruto: Ninja Council 3

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  • Summary: NARUTO: Ninja Council 3 is based on episodes from VIZ Media's anime series SHONEN JUMP NARUTO and will feature mission-based gameplay for up to four players. The ninja action game utilizes an interchangeable attack system allowing players to combine attack techniques from all availableNARUTO: Ninja Council 3 is based on episodes from VIZ Media's anime series SHONEN JUMP NARUTO and will feature mission-based gameplay for up to four players. The ninja action game utilizes an interchangeable attack system allowing players to combine attack techniques from all available characters in the mission to increase their chance of success. Using the new interchangeable attack system, players select a main character to complete the mission and then customize their attack scheme by selecting special techniques from other available characters -- increasing their chance of success by combining the best techniques for the mission. Players can activate special attacks using the Nintendo DS stylus on the touch screen or by blowing into the microphone. Just like a true ninja, in NARUTO: Ninja Council 3, players will have to protect, defend or defeat as they train hard to perfect their skills in order to progress through the ranks in over 40 missions ranging in difficulty from moderate to challenging. Up to four players (wireless) can choose from over 20 different characters with four different playing modes including Timed Mode, Scroll Collection Mode and Head-to-Head Versus Mode. [D3Publisher of America]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 23
  3. Negative: 6 out of 23
  1. GamesRadar+
    70
    It’s a slick little pick-up-and-play experience, though sadly, it is a short one. The varied Wi-Fi Party mode almost would've made up for NC3's brevity... if it only allowed game sharing.
  2. GameZone
    66
    Gamers with an undeniable need for Naruto gaming action will be amused – if only on the first play-through – by the gameplay this sequel distributes. On the other hand, if you’re looking for a beat-‘em-up with something more substantial than license amusement, you may want to look elsewhere.
  3. IGN
    65
    The game is a definite step above the previous Ninja Council, but the series still has a long road ahead, as this one suffers from some odd button layout, wonky physics at times, and a few annoying fetch quests or “kill 30 enemies” challenges that just get in the way off good old fashioned ninja battling.
  4. PALGN
    55
    There simply isn't enough in Naruto: Ninja Council, but only a select few who enjoy the multiplayer might be able to forgive this.
  5. Digital Entertainment News
    55
    Where before there was too little, here there is not enough worth getting involved with. The home console installments are usually worth your time, but Namco-Bandai has yet to make a handheld Naruto worth it.
  6. My Gamer
    52
    The game really holds no value for anybody outside of a Naruto fan, and even then, this game is simply not worth the money and frustration required for it.
  7. Gamer.nl
    30
    Naruto Shippuden Ninja Council 3 European Version is a big disappointment in every way. The platforming doesn't work and the fighting system is shallow. The low production value, dull multiplayer and a short story mode result in a game that should be avoided.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 10
  3. Negative: 3 out of 10
  1. MarcosC.
    Jun 2, 2007
    10
    This is the best game ever!!
  2. BryanPlasky
    Oct 30, 2007
    8
    dued last I hear you can not rent ds or any hand held games. maybe on that dumb site game flys. this game is britty good for the ds. if your adued last I hear you can not rent ds or any hand held games. maybe on that dumb site game flys. this game is britty good for the ds. if your a narato fan and going on a long trip or the power is out you have to get this game.… Expand
  4. JoelArpal
    Jan 6, 2021
    7
    Recuerdo poco de este juego pero le guardo bastante cariño. Aun asi creo recordar que jugablemente no era nada del otro mundo.
  5. hector_bcn98
    Nov 7, 2022
    6
    Misiones sin ningún tipo de historia ni desarrollo. Bueno, no estaba del todo mal.
  6. Watermelon789
    Jun 2, 2011
    5
    Well , the big brother games from Council ( that are Clash of Ninja, Revolution) are very cool. But the handheld version really doesn'tWell , the big brother games from Council ( that are Clash of Ninja, Revolution) are very cool. But the handheld version really doesn't surprise me at all, for instance, when you finish the game , there aren't more features in it. Just a plain story with unmemorable moments, tho, maybe you get a nice use for the money. But in terms of entertainment, not to much ... just grab the home consoles version.… Expand
  7. Yojimbo2015
    May 25, 2023
    4
    Multiplayer 2D platform beat 'em up in the mould of One Piece or Power Stone. Nicely presented, but with little interaction with theMultiplayer 2D platform beat 'em up in the mould of One Piece or Power Stone. Nicely presented, but with little interaction with the environments and simplistic button-bashing gameplay it's woefully inadequate - especially as a single player game.… Expand
  8. RayjinA.
    Jul 25, 2007
    1
    This game was pitiful. I am so grateful I only rented it because within mintues I was board to death. I'd rather watch the grass grow This game was pitiful. I am so grateful I only rented it because within mintues I was board to death. I'd rather watch the grass grow than play it again.… Expand

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#38 Most Discussed DS Game of 2007