THE GOOD:-Story mode is closely related to the original Naruto manga/anime
-Detailed stages and fighting areas
-Realistic character voice overs
-Interesting control patterns
-GREAT Extras menu
THE BAD:
-Small character selection
-Low lasting value
SUMMARY:
Naruto: Clash of Ninja is a wonderful fighting game. Like I said in 'The Good' this game is closely related to the Naruto manga/anime. The story mode takes you through the entire Zabuza/Haku saga. Stages and fighting areas are taken also from the manga/anime. Such as The Academy schoolyard and rooftop, The Ichiraku Ramen shop, The Forest of Death, The Great Naruto Bridge and more. The control patterns in this game are interesting because of the way you move. Your player can only move forwards and backwards until you change your angle by pressing 'L' or 'R'. Also different combinations of buttons and control stick movement produce different attacks. The extras in this game are one of the best things about it. Under this menu, you have ninja files, (completed bios and facts about the selected ninja) a picture gallery, (pictures from the Naruto anime) and sound tests. (listen to the music player, game sound effects, or character voices)
Like I said in 'The Bad' there is a small character selection. Eight characters may sound like alot, but compared to how many characters there actually are in Naruto, you will notice the selection is quite small. I say the game's value is low lasting only because it is short. After beating story mode and obtaining every character all that's left to do is beat your own scores in extra modes such as Survival and Time Attack. But I only direct this opinion at single players like myself, as playing with two or more people can keep the game more exciting for longer.
The game graphics are well done. Cel-shaded and high quality. The backgrounds and characters are well detailed concerning their original looks and clothing.
GAME MODE DESCRIPTION
One Player - Play by yourself advancing each opponent until you have defeated each one.
Two Player battle - Play with a friend. Engage in combat with two different fighters.
Play Against Computer - The same as Two Player Battle, only a COM will control the second fighter.
Survival - Continue advancing and defeating opponents until you lose one battle.
Time Attack - The same as One Player, only you are being timed throughout each match. You recieve your total time at the end.
Training - Select your player, your opponent, and stage. You can practice attacks and strategies here.
Story - Your player will depend on each part of the story. Before each fight, text will slowly roll up your screen explaining the situation. (over a picture of the stage you will fight in) Pictures of each character involved in the upcoming fight will have a small discussion before the fight, then you defeat the opponent(s) like normal.
Character selection includes:
Naruto Uzumaki
*Kyuubi Naruto
Sasuke Uchiha
Sakura Haruno
Kakashi Hatake
*Sharingan Kakashi
Iruka Umino
Rock Lee
Zabuza Momochi
Haku
Game modes include:
One Player
Two Player Battle
Play Against Computer
Survival
Time Attack
Training
Story
I reccomend this game to anybody looking for a great fighting game. This game is fun and easy to figure out. Naruto fans WILL NOT be dissapointed! Try Naruto: Clash of Ninja 2 if you have already played and enjoyed this game! I rate Naruto: Clash of Ninja a 4.0
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