In many ways, this is a tough title to review.
#NARUTO ULTIMATE NINJA STORM 4 CHARACTERS BORUTO SERIES#
To be fair, I suppose there are only so many ways to uniquely jump, punch, kick and attack, but there is a “been there, done that” feeling to the hundred-strong roster – one that will likely be rectified when the Boruto series inevitably continues next year. While the new options include relevant faces fresh from the Boruto saga and older versions of fan favorites, there are no distinct advantages or changes to them that justify their inclusion, other than to align with the story. Perhaps the only disappointment in this collection comes from the additions to the character list. It wasn’t a huge improvement, but it was noticeable. Additionally, online modes seem to be snappier and faster to load than the original.
Oh, I still saw plenty of loading screens, but usually because of something I did, rather than the result of poor matchmaking algorithms. In the updated edition, I found myself fighting more competitively, with fewer experts owning me from the outset.
Online, the game has fixed my primary complaint about the original title - imbalanced, inconsistent online matchmaking. The choice is left to the player, but regardless of approach the story will progress without much frustration or extreme challenge. Mashing the attack button will certainly allow for victory, but like the main game, Road to Boruto has hidden depth that allows fighting vets to discover some truly powerful and visually amazing attacks. The control scheme allows for huge combo strings and special moves using relatively few buttons. Technically, the devs didn’t want to change anything in their successful fighting formula, so both newcomers and Naruto experts will find plenty to enjoy in the adventure and head-to-head modes. While fans of the series won’t find much new from the story (it’s already been told through the movie) there are some sidestory nuances and fanservice that will be appreciated by aficionados. That said, it doesn’t take long for him to grow up – the DLC takes about ten hours to complete in full, though the character development is strong, well-paced and never feels rushed. Bratty, whiny, and sullen from the start, Boruto’s tale is one of growth and maturation. But, rather than take the easy route and replicating his father’s journey, Boruto is a different type of character. Clearly, this will lead to new titles and stories down the road. It sees the arc move well into the future, wrapping up the Ultimate Ninja Storm story, while introducing Boruto, Naruto’s son, alongside a new set of characters. Road to Boruto is, for all intents and purposes, a transitional story for the series. But as an add-on, it’s a deep, involved experience that closes out this chapter of the Naruto saga nicely while setting the table for what’s next. With a fully fleshed-out adventure mode, new sidequests, online battle modes, and some nice fanservice, Road to Boruto is just a hair shy of functioning as a standalone title. Since I’ve already reviewed the core game, this new DLC is going to get rest of the ink on this page. … and the likely reason people are reading this… All-new extra quests and character packs.All Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 content, including the core game and season pass add-ons.Though the new material (based on the popular Boruto: Naruto film) is available as DLC for owners of the original, this standalone package offers tremendous value for those who haven’t yet taken the plunge. I’m happy to say the same is true for the latest addition in the series, Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 – Road to Boruto. More importantly, fighting game first-timers could either mash buttons or learn the deceptively deep control schemes and have an equally enjoyable time either way. Fans of the series could dive in and enjoy familiar sights and experiences, while anime newbies could quickly learn the storyline and piece together a cohesive narrative. Not just for its smooth, engaging play, but also for how welcoming it was to all types of audiences without dumbing down its source material. Those who did read it might remember that I praised the game on multiple levels. For readers that didn’t catch that one, they should go read that review – don’t worry, this one will be here waiting. It seems like only yesterday I was checking out the “original” Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4, the final chapter in the wildly successful anime fighting series. WTF To the people who named this game - hire an editor! LOW New characters don’t improve much over existing options. HIGH Easy to pick up and play, even for newcomers. The End Of An Era, And The Start Of Something Bigger
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