The Naruto franchise boasts a wide array of video games, and the Naruto: Path of the Ninja series stands out with its five distinct titles. This article explores each game in the series.
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Naruto: Konoha Ninpōchō (2003)
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Naruto: Konoha Senki (2003)
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Naruto: Path of the Ninja (2004)
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Naruto RPG 2: Chidori vs. Rasengan (2005)
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Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2 (2006)
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Naruto: Konoha Ninpōchō (2003)
Image via BandaiKicking off the Path of the Ninja series is Naruto: Konoha Ninpōchō, a 2003 release exclusive to Japan's Bandai WonderSwan Color handheld system. This console, launched in 1999, never saw international distribution, limiting the game's reach. The game's narrative centers around the Land of Waves arc, enhanced with additional missions for Team 7.
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Naruto: Konoha Senki (2003)
Image via TomyAnother Japan-only title, Naruto: Konoha Senki, developed by Tomy for the Game Boy Advance in 2003, covers the anime's initial 70 episodes. The Land of Waves and Chūnin Exams arcs are featured prominently. Initially, players control only Team 7 and Kakashi, but additional characters become playable upon progression.
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Naruto: Path of the Ninja (2004)
Image via TomyInterestingly, Naruto: Path of the Ninja is the third game chronologically. Also a Tomy production (2004), it initially launched on the Nintendo DS in Japan before receiving a global Game Boy Advance port. The storyline encompasses the early anime arcs, culminating in the Chūnin Exams.
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Naruto RPG 2: Chidori vs. Rasengan (2005)
Image via TomyDespite the "RPG 2" designation, this Nintendo DS title (2005) is a direct sequel to Naruto: Path of the Ninja, remaining exclusive to Japan. The narrative follows the Search for Tsunade arc, concluding with Sasuke's escape from Konoha.
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Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2 (2006)
Image via TomyConcluding the series is Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2, another Tomy creation. Released in Japan in 2006, it saw a global Nintendo DS release in 2008. Unlike its predecessors, this game features an original, non-canon storyline, introducing the Three Ryūdōin Brothers as antagonists and a unique Anbu character as the player's ally.
This comprehensive overview covers all the games in the Naruto: Path of the Ninja series. While their titles vary, they all offer distinct Naruto gaming experiences.