- Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations
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Naruto Shippuden:
Ultimate Ninja Storm GenerationsDeveloper(s) CyberConnect2 Publisher(s) Namco Bandai Games Distributor(s) Namco Bandai Games Series Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Platform(s) PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 Release date(s) Genre(s) Fighting Mode(s) Single-player, multiplayer Rating(s) Media/distribution Blu-ray Disc, DVD Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations, known in Japan as Naruto Shippuden: Narutimate Storm Generations (NARUTO－ナルト－疾風伝 ナルティメットストーム ジェネレーション) is a video game in the Naruto: Ultimate Ninja series, developed by CyberConnect2 and published by Namco Bandai Games. It will feature characters from both Part I and Part II of Naruto. It is scheduled for release in the spring of 2012 on the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 as first revealed in June 2011.[1]
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Gameplay
One of the new additions to the game is the Beast Mode in which a character transforms into a beast with stronger attacks should they be about to be defeated.[2] The game now implements a new status meter that limits the amount of substitution jutsu that can be performed. The RPG elements from Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2's story mode were removed in favor of uninterrupted battles.[3] The story mode is divided between both Part I and Part II from the series.[4] Although it mainly focuses on Naruto Uzumaki's adventures, it will feature sidestories leaded by secondary characters that will expand their backgrounds. While the game covers both Part I and Part II, none of the characters created for the original episodes will be playable.[3] Promoting over 70 playable characters,[5] the game will include the debut of the new Kage introduced in Part II, as well as Kakashi Hatake's team during his childhood.[6]
Development
Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations was first announced by Namco Bandai Games in late June from 2011 in the manga magazine Weekly Shonen Jump, promising the return of Part I characters,[1][7] most notably Zabuza Momochi and Haku in response to their popularity within fans.[3] With the addition of these characters, the staff comments the game will have a wider variety of battles than the previous game.[8] The game's official website opened shortly afterwards. Producer Yusuke Sasaki commented the staff wanted to give combat a greater focus than its prequels. The term "Generations" was used, standing for "the ultimate ninja battle that crosses generations."[7] The game is meant to satisfy the gamers' wishes and interests according to Hiroshi Matsuyama, the president of CyberConnect2.[4] Matsuyama also commented the story mode is different from Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2,[9] with Part II meant to have a different impact in the gamers.[8] Studio Pierrot, the developer of the Naruto and Naruto: Shippuden anime series, aided CyberConnect2 in the making of new storylines to be featured in the game, resulting in new 60 minutes of created animation.[3]
References
- ^ a b "Namco Bandai Games Announces Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations" (Press release). IGN. July 1, 2011. http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/118/1180216p1.html. Retrieved October 24, 2011.
- ^ Thomsen, Michael (July 7, 2011). "Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm is Still Crazy". IGN. http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/118/1181175p1.html. Retrieved October 27, 2011.
- ^ a b c d Jastrzab, Jeremy (September 28, 2011). "Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations Preview". PALGN. http://palgn.com.au/19731/naruto-shippuden-ultimate-ninja-storm-generations-preview/. Retrieved October 24, 2011.
- ^ a b George, Richard (September 15, 2011). "Naruto Ninja Storm Generation's Bold New Territory". IGN. http://xbox360.ign.com/articles/118/1181175p1.html. Retrieved October 27, 2011.
- ^ "Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations Has Over 70 Characters". Siliconera. November 9, 2011. http://www.siliconera.com/2011/11/09/naruto-shippuden-ultimate-ninja-storm-generations-has-over-70-characters/. Retrieved November 16, 2011.
- ^ "Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations Trailer Streamed". Anime News Network. September 23, 2011. http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2011-09-23/naruto-shippuden/ultimate-ninja-storm-generations-trailer-streamed. Retrieved October 30, 2011.
- ^ a b Gantayat, Anoop (June 21, 2011). "Naruto Generations Official Site Opens". Andriasang. http://andriasang.com/comwh4/. Retrieved October 27, 2011.
- ^ a b Spencer (October 21, 2011). "CyberConnect2 CEO On Naruto Fandom And How To Run A Game Studio In Fukuoka". Siliconera. http://www.siliconera.com/2011/10/21/cyberconnect2-ceo-on-naruto-fandom-and-how-to-run-a-game-studio-in-fukuoka/. Retrieved November 15, 2011.
- ^ Santos, Carlos (July 22, 2011). "San Diego Comic-Con 2011 Shonen Jump Industry Panel". Anime News Network. http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/press-release/2011-07-08/viz-media-announces-activities-and-convention-exclusives-for-2011-comic-con-international. Retrieved October 30, 2011.
External links
- Official Japanese website (Japanese)
- Official American website (English)
- Official European website (English)
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