LEGENDARY NINJAS REUNITE FROM THE NARUTO FRANCHISE IN NARUTO X BORUTO ULTIMATE NINJA STORM CONNECTIONS

Leading video game publisher and developer Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. today launched NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS, a one-of-a-kind collection featuring key moments from the Ultimate Ninja STORM franchise. Engage in powerful ninja battles with more than 130 playable characters, the largest character roster in Ultimate Ninja STORM history. The game is available now on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.

NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS offers an exciting and robust lineup representing the breadth of NARUTO’s beloved history – from legendary founders of the ninja clans Ashura and Indra Otsutski and the formidable members of Kara like Delta, Boro, Koji Kashin and Jigen, to the iconic Team 7 lineup of Naruto, Sasuke and Sakura.  The game features multiple modes including History Mode, which allows fans to enter the captivating world of NARUTO by reliving his childhood memories and witnessing his most epic battles, including his final epic fight with Sasuke. Special Story Mode takes the chakra-infused experience a step further, presenting a brand-new original storyline in which Boruto meets a mysterious girl in a popular online game called "Ninja Heroes" and soon finds himself in a great battle involving the entire ninja world.

The game makes feeling like an elite ninja more accessible than ever with the addition of the new Simple Control Mode, allowing players to execute a series of actions with the press of a single button in all game modes against both AI and human opponents. Players can fight both online and offline to level up and unlock additional customizations and other items.  Offline Free Battles will let players choose the way they want to fight against AI or play an offline tournament. Aspiring ninjas can also hone their skills against players around the world in Casual or Ranked Online matches, with online Custom Matches planned for implementation after-launch. NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS also offers a range of character customization options, letting players personalize their character with accessories, add Finish Scenes, and bring flair to their competitive matches.

Along with the standard edition, deluxe edition and ultimate edition, players can get the Nostalgic Anime Song & Item Pack premium DLC and relive pivotal moments from NARUTO. The DLC includes five iconic BGM tracks from the NARUTO anime and two new in-game items: the Ninja Info Card Skin and the Microphone and Orange Headphones – cosmetics that players can equip in-game. The Nostalgic Anime Song & Item pack is available as premium DLC for all platforms. It is also part of the Steam-exclusive, limited time Sound Ultimate Bundle, which includes the full game, several exclusive costumes, the season pass of 5 available characters, and more.

For full details on all the bundles, DLC, and pre-order bonuses for NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS, check out the official website: www.bandainamcoent.com/games/naruto-x-boruto-ultimate-ninja-storm-connections.