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 on the Land of Waves arc, enhanced with 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 first 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 entry. Also a Tomy production (2004), it debuted on the Nintendo DS in Japan before a global Game Boy Advance port. The story covers 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, Tomy, Japan-exclusive) is a direct sequel to Path of the Ninja. The storyline 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 (Tomy, 2006 Japan release, global 2008). This Nintendo DS game departs from the canon storyline, presenting an original narrative featuring 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.
