Back in the day, I was just a kid with a big dream: playing a Naruto video game on my PC. There wasn't a proper Naruto game for PCs at that time, and I didn't have a console either. My go-to was those homemade pixelated fighting games with tiny Naruto characters. But deep down, I always hoped that one day, I'd get my hands on a real Naruto fighting game.
Naruto holds a special place inBack in the day, I was just a kid with a big dream: playing a Naruto video game on my PC. There wasn't a proper Naruto game for PCs at that time, and I didn't have a console either. My go-to was those homemade pixelated fighting games with tiny Naruto characters. But deep down, I always hoped that one day, I'd get my hands on a real Naruto fighting game.
Naruto holds a special place in my heart – it's one of the first anime series I ever finished, and it left a mark on who I was back then. Sure, there are better anime out there, but Naruto's story has this unique charm that's hard to explain.
Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm brings the anime to life with stunning cinematics. I especially loved the intense Sasuke vs. Naruto scenes. The combat is a blast, and it's filled with nostalgic moments that make you grin. It's a fun fighting game, no doubt, but there's a catch – you're stuck at 30fps. Apparently, playing at 60fps messes up the timing and causes some problems, like with those QTE events. If you want a smoother experience, you've got to dive into the game's files and mess with the config.ini. Yeah, it's a bit of a letdown in 2021 to be limited to 30fps, even if you get used to it after a while.
Remember, though, that the game isn't the full Naruto story. It's like a highlight reel of the main parts from the anime, but with some changes to fit the gameplay style.
The real meat of the game is the fighting – it's seriously awesome. The boss battles are a standout, full of excitement and strategy. There are other types of missions too, not just fighting, which break up the pace nicely. They're not super complex, but they're a fun diversion from the norm.
Now, there's this whole Konoha village thing that I didn't really enjoy. Naruto's movement there feels weirdly old-school, like it's from the early 2000s rather than 2008. The whole experience there, with collecting scrolls and talking to people, tries to be like an RPG but falls a bit flat.
If you're in it for the Naruto story, I'd say watch the anime or read the manga first. Then, if you're up for an anime fighting game with a bit of story mixed in, this could be your jam. Just remember, the 30fps cap and the so-called open world Konoha with its wannabe RPG elements might not sit well – at least, that's how I feel about it.
Oh, and the game does offer Remote Play Together for online multiplayer, which is neat. But considering the sequels are pretty much updates, I wouldn't call that a standout feature.… Expand
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