Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations vs Naruto: The Broken Bond

Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Generations brings the beloved ninja world to life with a revolutionary online multiplayer system. Players can choose from a massive roster—including fan‑favorites like Naruto, Sasuke, Zabuza, and Haku—and battle in a variety of modes both online and locally. The game delivers fast‑paced, cinematic combat on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, offering both single‑player story missions and split‑screen multiplayer for friends. Developed by CyberConnect2 and published by Bandai Namco, it earned a solid 77/100 critic score upon its 2012 release.

In this sequel to NARUTO: Rise of a Ninja, players guide a mature Naruto as he battles through a richly detailed world to rescue his friend Sasuke from a dark path. The story deepens the Naruto universe, blending personal conflict with high‑octane ninja action. The game offers both single‑player and split‑screen multiplayer modes, letting friends join the quest together while exploring an expansive, open‑world rendition of the Hidden Leaf Village and beyond.

• Huge character roster
• Robust online multiplayer modes
• Cinematic combat visuals
• Local split‑screen support

• Deep Naruto‑centric storyline
• Robust split‑screen multiplayer
• Expansive open‑world environment
• Responsive combat system

• Limited to PS3 and Xbox 360
• No post‑launch DLC support
• Online matchmaking can be inconsistent

• Limited to Xbox 360 platform
• Occasional frame‑rate drops in crowded areas
• Side quests can feel repetitive