Naruto: Path of Ninja: Ultimate Game Guide

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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1. Naruto: Konoha Ninpōchō (2003)

2. Naruto: Konoha Senki (2003)

3. Naruto: Path of the Ninja (2004)

4. Naruto RPG 2: Chidori vs. Rasengan (2005)

5. Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2 (2006)

6. Naruto: Konoha Ninpōchō (2003)

Launching the Naruto: Path of the Ninja series is Naruto: Konoha Ninpōchō, a 2003 release exclusive to Japan's Bandai WonderSwan Color handheld system. The game's narrative centers on the Land of Waves arc, augmented by additional missions featuring Team 7.

2. Naruto: Konoha Senki (2003)

Another Japan-only title, Naruto: Konoha Senki, developed by Tomy for the Game Boy Advance, arrived in 2003. This game adapts the first 70 anime episodes, encompassing the Land of Waves and Chūnin Exams arcs. Initially, players control only Team 7 and Kakashi, with additional characters unlockable upon progression.

3. Naruto: Path of the Ninja (2004)

Interestingly, Naruto: Path of the Ninja is the third installment. Also a Tomy production (2004), it debuted on the Nintendo DS in Japan, later receiving a Game Boy Advance port for wider distribution. The storyline covers early anime arcs, culminating in the Chūnin Exams.

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4. Naruto RPG 2: Chidori vs. Rasengan (2005)

Despite the "RPG 2" designation, Naruto RPG 2: Chidori vs. Rasengan is a direct sequel to Naruto: Path of the Ninja. This 2005 Tomy Nintendo DS game, released only in Japan, follows the Search for Tsunade arc, concluding with Sasuke's escape from Konoha.

5. Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2 (2006)

Concluding the series is Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2, a Tomy Nintendo DS title. Initially released in Japan in 2006, it saw a global launch in 2008. Unlike its predecessors, this game features a completely original, non-canon storyline centered around the Three Ryūdōin Brothers and a unique Anbu ally character.

This comprehensive overview covers all the games in the Naruto: Path of the Ninja series, each offering a unique take on the popular anime.