Due to its immense popularity, fans of *Naruto* have a plethora of games to choose from. Among these, the *Naruto: Konoha Ninpōchō* series stands out, featuring five distinct games that have captured the essence of the beloved anime.
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- Naruto: Konoha Ninpōchō (2003)
- Naruto: Konoha Senki (2003)
- Naruto: Path of the Ninja (2004)
- Naruto RPG 2: Chidori vs. Rasengan (2005)
- Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2 (2006)
1. Naruto: Konoha Ninpōchō (2003)
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The inaugural entry in the Naruto: Path of the Ninja series, Naruto: Konoha Ninpōchō, was released in 2003 exclusively for the Bandai WonderSwan Color in Japan. This handheld console, like the game itself, never saw an international release. The game's narrative centers on the Land of Waves arc, supplemented by additional missions undertaken by Team 7.
2. Naruto: Konoha Senki (2003)
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Another Japan-only release, Naruto: Konoha Senki was developed by Tomy for the Game Boy Advance in 2003. This game covers the first 70 episodes of the series, encompassing the Land of Waves and Chūnin Exams arcs. Initially, players can only control Team 7 and Kakashi, but additional characters become available after the first playthrough.
3. Naruto: Path of the Ninja (2004)
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Despite being the third game in the series, Naruto: Path of the Ninja was developed by Tomy and initially released for the Nintendo DS in Japan in 2004, followed by a global release on the Game Boy Advance. The storyline spans the early arcs of the anime, culminating in the Chūnin Exams arc.
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4. Naruto RPG 2: Chidori vs. Rasengan (2005)
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Naruto RPG 2: Chidori vs. Rasengan, despite its title, serves as a sequel to Naruto: Path of the Ninja. Released in 2005 for the Nintendo DS, this Japan-exclusive game follows the Search for Tsunade arc and concludes with the Sasuke Recovery Mission.
5. Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2 (2006)
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The final installment, Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2, was developed by Tomy and released in Japan in 2006, with a global release in 2008 for the Nintendo DS. Unlike its predecessors, this game features an original, non-canonical storyline centered around the Three Ryūdōin Brothers, introducing an original Anbu character as the player's ally.
These are the five games in the *Naruto: Path of the Ninja* series that every fan should know about. While their titles may seem unique, they all encapsulate the spirit of *Naruto* and provide engaging gameplay experiences.
