Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja 5

In Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja 5 for PlayStation 2, you dive deep into the world of Konoha and join Naruto on his journey to save Sasuke. The fifth installment in the popular Ultimate Ninja series offers an action-packed adventure that retells the events of the Shippuden anime, from the rescue of Gaara to the first encounter between Naruto and Sasuke.

Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja 5 introduces a new combat system where you can now choose a partner to support you in battle. This support makes it possible to perform special team jutsus and powerful combos, giving the game additional tactical depth. You can also increase your characters' stats, add equipment and level up your jutsu attacks to increase your fighting power.

With over 60 playable characters, including Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, Kakashi and many more ninjas from the Naruto universe, the game offers an impressive selection of heroes and villains. In the 24 different arenas, you can compete with friends in both single-player mode and multiplayer mode.

Master Mode, the main game mode, combines beat 'em up elements with role-playing elements. You can control different characters, interact with villagers, take on quests and improve your skills as you progress through the story. The dialogues are entirely in Japanese with German subtitles, which emphasizes the authentic anime charm.

With its mix of thrilling battles, a gripping story and a variety of characters, Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja 5 is a must for any fan of the series and a worthy conclusion to the Ultimate Ninja series on the PlayStation 2.