Naruto: Rise of a Ninja

 Xbox 360
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Oct 30, 2007
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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 99 Ratings

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  • Summary: In a game exclusively developed from the ground up for the Xbox 360, and for the first time, gamers can experience Naruto starting from the series' beginning. Relive Naruto's transformation from noisy ninja-academy dropout to respected ninja. Immerse Yourself In Naruto's Universe: RoamIn a game exclusively developed from the ground up for the Xbox 360, and for the first time, gamers can experience Naruto starting from the series' beginning. Relive Naruto's transformation from noisy ninja-academy dropout to respected ninja. Immerse Yourself In Naruto's Universe: Roam freely and discover authentic environments. Explore the genuine Konoha Village and its surroundings. Interact with Sasuke, Sakura, Kakashi and members from the Naruto cast. The first Naruto game to combine action-adventure gameplay, classic platforming battles, head-to-head fighting, and in-depth character development. Build Your Fighting Techniques to Defeat Deadly Enemies in Fast-Paced Combat: Define your own way of the ninja as you learn to better control your chakra, improve your techniques, master new taijutsus and ninjutus, and command more powerful ninja weapons. Select your favorite Naruto character and challenge a friend. Customize your character and pick your own battlefield. [Ubisoft]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 35
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 35
  3. Negative: 0 out of 35
  1. Cheat Code Central
    94
    The beautifully rendered graphics are amazing and keep you in awe. The voiceovers match their counterparts and make you feel like your watching the TV series. The controls are tight and responses, except for the occasional platforming sections where things can get unnecessarily difficult due to some jumping issues.
  2. MS Xbox World
    85
    I've thoroughly enjoyed playing Naruto: Rise of a Ninja. I find the character to be an excellent balance of oddball wacko, to someone you feel and care for.
  3. Planet Xbox 360
    84
    In the end, it hints strongly at a sequel, leaving you salivating for more. That is all you can really ask of a game.
  4. Totally360
    80
    The look and feel of Naruto is spot on and coupled with gaming moments such as being able to leap from branch to branch with timed button presses and looking sexy as hell in the process, then moments like in the heat of battle pulling off an amazing jutsu, make this game what it is.
  5. PALGN
    80
    Naruto: Rise of Ninja is easily one of the better games to have been inspired by an anime series, that both fans and non-fans can enjoy together.
  6. Game Positive
    71
    Rise of a Ninja is decent for what it is, in that it's a solid first attempt at the Naruto franchise on a modern console.
  7. GameTap
    60
    Even with all these hiccups, there’s still a solid combination of adventuring and fighting to be found here. And the sense of progression--going from a lowly no-skilled friendless ninja to a super awesome friendless ninja--is handled well in terms of what powers you get and when you get them.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 35 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 45
  3. Negative: 2 out of 45
  1. coolpc
    Jan 26, 2019
    10
    Awesome game:)
    For 2007 it have nice gameplay and graphics! In fighting mode it have at least normal combo moves (hello to Ultimate Ninja    Awesome game:)
    For 2007 it have nice gameplay and graphics! In fighting mode it have at least normal combo moves (hello to Ultimate Ninja series with their one-button fighting lol)
    + original soundtrack from anime    … Expand
  2. EvanL.
    Nov 3, 2007
    10
    I can't decide if i like the fact that its my favorite anime series put into a video game or just the fact that it's one of the I can't decide if i like the fact that its my favorite anime series put into a video game or just the fact that it's one of the coolest games ever, more. hmm. well, exploring konoha, carrying out missions, fighting in the forest, learning moves, and ... well, the music... give this game a very high place in my priorities outside of school. not much else to say, i highly recommend this video game!… Expand
  4. EmoD.
    Nov 17, 2007
    10
    All i can say about this game is wow! Ubisoft have really made a great game that Naruto fans can be proud of, even somebody who doesnt watch All i can say about this game is wow! Ubisoft have really made a great game that Naruto fans can be proud of, even somebody who doesnt watch naruto would love this game. The graphics are excellent, the fighting is fun and the mini-games are good too. The best thing about the game is that you actually feel like your character gets stronger as you get further.… Expand
  5. LordS.
    Nov 1, 2007
    9
    Hype? NO! This game lives up to the hype! Since this is not strictly a fighting game, I
  6. YokoHugo
    Aug 1, 2022
    9
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  7. BenjaminA.
    Nov 5, 2007
    9
    The water in the game makes me thirsty. That's how realistic the graphics are. The forest makes me want to go hiking. THhe village makes The water in the game makes me thirsty. That's how realistic the graphics are. The forest makes me want to go hiking. THhe village makes me want to go mingle with my neighbors. The game is intensely immersive, and the search for new missions, talking to people, secret items, online fight mode - all these things make the game extremely intersting. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes ANY kind of game!… Expand
  8. nana
    Nov 1, 2007
    0
    its not good

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#49 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2007
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#22 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2007
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#28 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2007