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Naruto: The Broken Bond

Ubisoft Montreal · Nov 18, 2008

Xbox 360

Teen

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Building on the success of Naruto: Rise of a Ninja, this new action adventure takes the story to a deeper level within the Naruto Universe. Now a respected ninja, Naruto evolves into a mature and strong hero. However, with his new status comes responsibility, and Naruto will soon find himself surrounded by conflict. Forced to relive bitter memories, Naruto's best friend Sasuke strikes out on a self-destructive quest for power. Now with the help of his friends, Naruto must confront Sasuke and save him before it's too late. Team up with multiple characters, explore open 3D environments and challenge some of the fiercest enemies from the Naruto Universe.

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Critic 7.9 (9 critics) · Gamer 7.9

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Critic reviews

  • Game Trailers

    Game Trailers · Jan 09, 2009

    7.6
    The Broken Bond isn’t a huge advancement for the Naruto franchise, but it does a fair job of matching battles and missions with the proper plot points. The story is somewhat skimmed over and the adventuring portions can get repetitive and frustrating. The fighting system isn’t bad though, and if you’re looking to throw down with the Naruto cast online, Broken Bond is certainly your best pick.
  • Video Gamer

    Tom Orry · Dec 08, 2008

    7.0
    It would be hard to play Naruto: The Broken Bond and not get some enjoyment out of it, but it's just not the game it could have been. If you're a Naruto fan you've probably picked this up already, so it really comes down to what everyone else should do. Given The Broken Bond's quite dazzling presentation it's easy to overlook its main fetch-quest focussed flaw, so it's well worth a look.
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  • GameSpot

    Carolyn Petit · Nov 26, 2008

    7.0
    Fans will wonder where the excitement of Naruto's adventures went, and newcomers will be left wondering if the anime really spends so much time having Naruto gather fireworks and flowers for shampoo rather than doing things that seem to matter. The saving grace of this package is the fighting modes, which, while a bit too shallow to stand on their own, have enough characters and enough modes to keep fans occupied for quite a while.
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    Amanda L. Kondolojy · Nov 18, 2008

    8.6
    Naruto: The Broken Bond may well give the much publicized Ultimate Ninja Storm a run for its money as the best Naruto game this year. Although the latter was touted for its amazing visuals, The Broken Bond is the most complete-feeling Naruto title currently available. With a fun and varied story mode, an easygoing battle-system and, most importantly, online brawling functionality, Naruto: The Broken Bond is definitely worth your time as a Naruto fan.
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  • IGN

    Hilary Goldstein · Nov 18, 2008

    8.3
    Aside from some bad quests, The Broken Bond is a great game. I'm not a huge Naruto fan, but I couldn't help but be drawn in by the story. And the end set of missions -- which can take well over an hour to complete -- are thrilling. A fun online brawler is just more reason to keep playing Broken Bond after you've beaten the main mode.
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  • Total Xbox

    OXM Staff · Nov 24, 2008

    8.0
    Established missions are still there - loverlorn villagers still need perking up, and there are races a-plenty - but much more on offer besides. And alongside flashier fights, a more helpful HUD and gorgeous new locations, it helps build the ideal sequel for every budding Hokage. Believe it.

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