The Naruto franchise boasts a wide array of video games, with the Naruto: Path of the Ninja series standing out with its five distinct titles. Let's explore each game in this popular 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 saga 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, supplemented by additional missions featuring 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, arrived in 2003. This adventure covers the anime's initial 70 episodes, encompassing the Land of Waves and Chūnin Exams arcs. Initially, players control only Team 7 and Kakashi, with additional characters unlockable 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 debuted on the Nintendo DS in Japan before a global Game Boy Advance port. The storyline covers early anime arcs, culminating in the Chūnin Exams arc.
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Naruto RPG 2: Chidori vs. Rasengan (2005)
Image via TomyDespite the "RPG 2" designation, this Nintendo DS title (2005, Tomy) is a direct sequel to Path of the Ninja, remaining a Japan-exclusive release. The narrative follows the Search for Tsunade arc, concluding with Sasuke's departure 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 (Tomy, 2006), initially a Japanese Nintendo DS release before a wider 2008 launch. Unlike its predecessors, this game features an original, non-canon storyline centered around the Three Ryūdōin Brothers and a unique Anbu ally character.
These five games, while uniquely titled, collectively form a significant part of the Naruto gaming legacy.
