Summary
- Release Year: 2007
- Genres: Fighting, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: PlayStation 2
- Developers: CyberConnect2
- Publishers: Namco Bandai Games
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja 4: The Ultimate Anime Fighting Experience
Introduction
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja 4 is a fighting game developed by CyberConnect2 and published by Namco Bandai Games. It was released in Japan in 2007 and in North America and Europe in 2008. The game is based on the popular Naruto Shippuden anime and manga series, and follows the story of Naruto Uzumaki and his friends as they battle against the Akatsuki organization.
Gameplay
Ultimate Ninja 4 is a 3D fighting game that features a large roster of characters from the Naruto Shippuden series. Each character has their own unique abilities and fighting style, and players can choose to play as any of them. The game also features a variety of game modes, including a story mode, a versus mode, and an online multiplayer mode.
The story mode follows the events of the Naruto Shippuden anime and manga series. Players take control of Naruto and his friends as they battle against the Akatsuki organization. The story mode is divided into several chapters, each of which features a different boss battle.
The versus mode allows players to battle against each other either locally or online. Players can choose to play as any of the characters in the game, and they can also customize their characters’ abilities and fighting styles.
The online multiplayer mode allows players to battle against each other over the internet. Players can either join a public lobby or create their own private lobby. The online multiplayer mode also features a ranking system, which allows players to compete against each other for the highest rank.
Graphics and Sound
Ultimate Ninja 4 features cel-shaded graphics that are faithful to the Naruto Shippuden anime and manga series. The game’s environments are detailed and vibrant, and the character models are well-animated. The game also features a variety of special effects, such as particle effects and screen-shaking effects.
The game’s soundtrack is composed by Toshiyuki Isozaki, who also composed the soundtrack for the Naruto Shippuden anime series. The soundtrack is a mix of traditional Japanese music and modern rock music. The voice acting in the game is also excellent, with all of the characters being voiced by their original Japanese voice actors.
Reception
Ultimate Ninja 4 was met with positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its faithful adaptation of the Naruto Shippuden anime and manga series, its large roster of characters, its varied gameplay modes, and its stunning graphics and sound. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 2 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Ultimate Ninja 4 is considered to be one of the best Naruto fighting games ever made. The game’s success led to the development of several sequels, including Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja 5 and Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm. The Ultimate Ninja series is still going strong today, with the latest installment, Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4, being released in 2016.
Conclusion
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja 4 is a must-play for any fan of the Naruto Shippuden anime and manga series. The game is a faithful adaptation of the source material, and it features a large roster of characters, varied gameplay modes, and stunning graphics and sound. Whether you’re a seasoned fighting game veteran or a newcomer to the genre, Ultimate Ninja 4 is sure to provide you with hours of enjoyment.
Score: 8.5/10
Review Score
8.5/10
