The Ultimate Boruto Game Experience: Step into the Next Generation of Ninja Action!
Boruto, the next generation shinobi, is finally ready to shine on his own! Step out of Naruto's shadow with a dedicated game that explores Boruto's unique story and adventures It's time for Boruto to prove his worth and carve his own path in the ninja world!
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Naruto x Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections emphasizes the future of the Boruto series, but the game still lacks sufficient representation of the IP.
Boruto has consistently leaned on the legacy of Naruto, making secondary appearances in numerous games. However, the series has displayed promising indications of being able to flourish independently.
By creating a devoted game centered around Boruto, the franchise could propel itself into the next generation and firmly establish him as a genuine successor. This game would feature an enhanced roster and the potential for a captivating standalone story.
Naruto x Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections, the latest installment in CyberConnect2's arena fighting franchise, has shed light on the overall status of the Boruto series. While the sequel to Naruto, which focuses on Boruto, has faced both financial success and controversy among certain fans, it is currently on hiatus until the Two Blue Vortex timeskip arc. Although Naruto x Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections offers the most extensive Boruto content in a game thus far, one key aspect reveals the limited representation of the IP.
The Ultimate Ninja Storm games, which originated during the PlayStation 2 era, serve as a continuation of the Ultimate Ninja series. It is undeniable that Naruto has made numerous appearances in video games over the years. The latest entry aims to celebrate the series' history by faithfully updating content from previous Storm games, while also implying a focus on the future with the inclusion of Boruto in the title. The original characters in Storm Connections are set to play a central role in the game's non-canon narrative involving Boruto, but given the opportunity, Boruto could flourish with his own independent story, without relying on his father.
Boruto's History of Relying on Naruto
The Boruto concept revolves around passing on the legacy to a new generation. Despite this, several original characters have remained important fixtures for a while. The battles of Naruto and Sasuke continue to hold significance in the sequel series, extending beyond the main anime and manga. Titles such as Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker and Storm Connections have followed the trend of placing Boruto in a secondary role to its predecessor.
While many Storm fans eagerly anticipate new forms for Naruto and Sasuke, the hype for characters like Jigen and Kawaki demonstrates the support that Boruto enjoys from its fans. Both the anime and manga have consistently performed well, as Boruto steadily constructs a new world centered around the impact of the Otsutsuki Clan. Perhaps it is time for the series to move away from relying on the past.
A Dedicated Game Could Help Boruto Step Out of His Father's Shadow
Several games have been released in recent years to bridge the gap between Naruto and Boruto, but the original series has ended. Storm Connections introduces exciting new concepts, but Boruto's story has the potential to propel the franchise into its next generation if given the opportunity. As Naruto's role becomes less prominent in his son's battles against otherworldly enemies with the power of Karma, a video game centered around Boruto could establish him as a true successor.
Storm Connections is confirmed to include an updated roster of Boruto characters, adding to the extensive selection the Storm series is known for. Its release timing is interesting, as it coincides with the upcoming launch of Two Blue Vortex later this month. The unveiling of Sarada's new, older design suggests that the manga will finally catch up to the initial time period, featuring a mature Boruto and Kawaki in a tragic showdown in Konoha. Whether it includes further updates from the time skip or not, the prominence of Boruto in Storm Connections proves he is more than capable of leading his own title.
Naruto x Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections is in development for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
