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Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2
- Xbox 360, PlayStation 3
- Price: $59.99
- Genre: Fighting
Common Sense Media says
Fighting game presented in a cartoony and fantastical style.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this Naruto game is focused on fighting. The main "Adventure" mode does involve some exploration and puzzle solving, however the primary element of gameplay is defeating other characters in extended battles. While most of the fighting is fantastical in nature, including magical "jutsu" attacks and colorful light effects, it does also involve the use of weapons and more direct attacks like punching and kicking.
What's it about?
NARUTO SHIPPUDEN: ULTIMATE NINJA STORM 2 is presented largely as a fighting game, and as such the story in Adventure mode is secondary. Most of the story content comes from episodes of the Naruto Shippuden anime series. The game asks players to complete various missions, and each mission is prefaced with dialogue. This generally involves telling players who their next target enemy is and why they need to defeat him or her. There is tertiary dialogue between characters about the struggles and excitement of going on adventures. There is no real over-arching story as many of the missions are presented as standalone events, and in other modes of the game there is no story at all.
Is it any good?
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 2 lets players play as their favorite Naruto character and fight against other characters in battles that are more focused on using the best strategy to win than they are in doling out extreme and over-the-top violence. The Adventure mode introduces elements from the TV series and lets players live out classic moments and battles from there, and also gives players who are new to the Naruto franchise a basic overview of the characters. The game features beautiful graphics and has a deep battle system that will occupy players for hours as they try to master the best combination of attacks, magic, and defense. It is a worthy addition to the long line of Naruto video games.
Online interaction: Players can compete in one-on-one fights against other players online. It is possible to have unrestricted voice chat against competitors, however this feature can also be disabled, which Common Sense Media recommends doing for young teen players.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about how the fighting in this game is different to fighting in real life. Why do you think so many video games contain violence?
What is the difference between fighting someone and defending yourself?
Does Naruto ever go too far when he fights?
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Awesome!!!
I got this the day it came out! It's really fun, great characters, beautiful graphics, just overall great game! It has a lot of fighting, but that's all you can do in a fighting game after all.
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AGE
Very exclusive character roster, yet somewhat less Ultimate...
I bought my PS3, really, for this game. It just looked so awesome, and any self respecting Naruto fan would have to play it! I am one. So, naturally, I entered the game with high hopes, and a lot of them were satisfied! The gameplay was simple, yet, if you knew enough, very complex. The story line covers almost the entire series, even in english voices, and the characters are a blast to use. Sadly, some original features were left out, such as Konoha free roam, and longer Ultimate attacks. But, before anyone starts complaining, this can make things a little more straightforward and feel more like a ninja fight. I especially love the "Ninja Dash" and Team Attack features, which truly amplify the pure Naruto-Ness. For any fighter, or Naruto fan, this is the game for you.
EDIT: After some extensive online play, I've come across spammers, people who will do monkey-see monkey do, everything. But it seems nothing worth complaining about.
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AGE
Amazing!!!!!!
this is the perfect game to get if you are a naruto fan and it is is the best around even for PS3
Iwould play it over and over again
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AGE
Amazing game! Way to go Bandai!
This game is incredible. Players have the ability to choose from about 40 different characters all with different, unique abilities.(you must beat the game to have all of these characters). The game is moderately easy to play, but only on the difficulties labeled as super easy, or easy. From moderate difficulty and above, the "button mashing" gets a little crazy, having to use substitutions, counter attacks and advanced combos can be tough on a new gamer. Aside from that, this game is incredible, its fun to play, and you can battle friends, making the competition a little more intense.
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AGE
great game
Characters are great and quality is great. Its great for kids 11 and up. Great Great Great!
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| Platforms: | Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 |
| Available online? | Available online |
| Genre: | Fighting |
| Developer: | Namco Bandai |
| Release date: | October 19, 2010 |
| Price: | $59.99 |
| ESRB rating: | T for Cartoon Violence, Mild Blood, Mild Language, Mild Suggestive Themes |
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