Bandai Namco's fortress strategy action RPG, Naruto X Boruto Ninja Voltage, is officially shutting down on December 9th, 2024. This isn't entirely unexpected, mirroring the fate of other Naruto gacha games like Naruto Blazing.
Shutdown Timeline and Final Events:
Launched in 2017, the game will conclude its nearly seven-year run after a series of final events. These include:
- Village Leader World Championship: October 8th - 18th
- All-Out Mission: October 18th - November 1st
- 'Thanks For Everything' Campaign: November 1st - December 1st
Players can continue collecting Ninja Cards, participating in summoning events, and utilizing in-game items until the final shutdown. It's advisable to spend any remaining Gold Coins before the game's closure.
Reasons for Closure:
While initially successful with its balanced village-building, trap-setting, and defense mechanics, the game's decline began around its mid-life. The introduction of Minato Namikaze triggered a noticeable power creep, alienating many players. This was compounded by increasingly overt pay-to-win elements, reduced free-to-play rewards, and the near-disappearance of multiplayer features. These factors ultimately contributed to the game's demise. The game remains available on the Google Play Store for those wishing to play before the shutdown.
