Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles 2

 PlayStation 2
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  • Summary: A brand new tale arrives as Naruto faces different challenges to defend the Hidden Leaf Village and surrounding villages from the evil force trying to dominate it. An ancient organization, which was thought to have been disbanded, is alive and in search of orbs to resurrect a mechanicalA brand new tale arrives as Naruto faces different challenges to defend the Hidden Leaf Village and surrounding villages from the evil force trying to dominate it. An ancient organization, which was thought to have been disbanded, is alive and in search of orbs to resurrect a mechanical terror. It's now up to Naruto and all of the Hidden Leaf Genin to join forces with those of the Hidden Sand Village to stop this menace. Multiplayer Co-op and Vs Battles - During the game, a second player is able to join in on the action for a simultaneous two-player adventure! Or, fight head-to-head with a friend and battle it out for the title of Hokage. Additional gameplay modes further enhance the Naruto experience: Story Mode - Play alone or with a friend and traverse a lush, 3-D anime-style world in which Naruto and his friends work together to unravel the mystery of the Shirogane Clan and their nefarious army of "puppet walkers." Hone your skills to become the ultimate warrior and unlock a secret chapter of the story. Mission Mode - Take on a series of challenging side missions. Survival Mode - Test your skills to become the ultimate warrior and unlock a secret mission. Choose your favorite ninja, including Naruto, Shikamaru, Rock Lee, Kakashi, Guy, Sasuke, or Choji, to complete story-driven missions and intense challenges. Prove yourself in battle and earn money to create the ultimate warrior using Chips and Plates that can customize your character's speed, strength, stamina and even special moves. Harness the power of Rasengan, Lightning Blade, Sand Coffin, and other moves, straight from the series. [Namco Bandai Games]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 22
  3. Negative: 5 out of 22
  1. Games Master UK
    74
    A huge-sized actioner best enjoyed in co-op for double the carnage. [May 2008, p.77]
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  2. Play Magazine
    70
    Now, with sharpened graphics, more features, and an original story, Uzumaki Chronicles is fine for fans of the series. But the battles are a little stiff, and the relationships between locations, characters, and events would be confounding to Naruto newbies. [Sept 2007, p.74]
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  3. GamerNode
    60
    Not a real strong contender in the Naruto franchise, but it will probably be a hit with kids who watch the TV show. For all others, it's probably best to rent before you buy.
  4. Gameplayer
    50
    A bit of a let down, really.
  5. IGN
    50
    We recommend that only the most dedicated, noble, selfless, and utterly brave Naruto fans try this game out.
  6. GameDaily
    50
    One of Naruto's more disappointing adventures.
  7. GameShark
    25
    At the end of the day Naruto Uzumaki Chronicles 2 just isn't all that much fun and doesn't go out of its way to build upon the last iteration in this continuing series.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 5
  3. Negative: 1 out of 5
  1. Garbouw_Deark
    Jan 20, 2014
    8
    Despite what everyone says about this game, I personally enjoyed it quite a bit. It gave you a RPG-esque leveling system, which, while slow,Despite what everyone says about this game, I personally enjoyed it quite a bit. It gave you a RPG-esque leveling system, which, while slow, helped you out as your levels remained the same after story mode.

    The missions were actually the most realistic I've seen. It's not the standard "help your neighbors with their trash" missions you'd see in something like Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm 3, or something like that. Nope, they're all combat based missions, which are a lot more enjoyable. Even the escort missions, which says a lot.

    The combat system, while not perfect, is a little satisfying, especially after you slowly gain levels. Nothing feels better than being able to spam shadow clones after *SPOILER ALERT* you unlock the infinite chakra *SPOILER OVER*.

    Unlockables? I won't give away much, but the game gives you a VERY good reason to replay the story mode a few times. All I'll say is that it gives you an additional story sequence, and an additional character that you may or may not like/hate.

    The item system is actually well thought out. Most items that you pick up ACTUALLY have a purpose. This, along with the equippable items (also well thought out) make it an enjoyable experience.

    Also, a boss mode. Yeah, they have that. It's pretty fun, and it's also one more mode than other Naruto games.

    Also, Co-op. Yep! Most things in the game allow co-op! It may not be the best, especially with camera angles, but the co-op battle mode itself is rather enjoyable.

    The only real negatives that I can think of, are your standard ones. One, the voice actors. *shudders*. Yeah, we have the standard whiny Naruto as usual. Can't be avoided. Luckily, skippable cutscenes (I think). Two, loading times. They are a little lengthy, but they let you do this little spinny thing with the loading wheel...look, it gives you chakra, alright?

    Also, the story mode has a story. Sort of. It's a little different, which could be a good thing.

    All in all, it is REALLY fun. I've played maybe 5-6 other Naruto games, and this one easily is the best out of all of them. I would highly recommend it.    … Expand
  2. BrandonF.
    Nov 11, 2007
    8
    Story Flow is a little to sketchy. Other than that GREAT GAME TO BUY.
  4. Sasukah
    Apr 19, 2015
    7
    Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles 2 is a fairly great sequel to the game, Naruto Uzumaki Chronicles. The story for this game in general is just a bitNaruto: Uzumaki Chronicles 2 is a fairly great sequel to the game, Naruto Uzumaki Chronicles. The story for this game in general is just a bit boring and at some parts it's becomes predictable. The enemies and boss battles are quite easy if your level up your character often or have a strong second player. So yeah that's the story mode. Now:

    The mission mode is probably my favorite mode of the game. There are a lot of missions to play through and judging by the rank a mission was assigned to (ie. A rank, S rank) they are pretty difficult. Unless you buddy up with a friend in Co-Op, then they might seem to be bit easier but still difficult.

    The Battle Mode feels slapped on. For starters, you get to play all the protagonists and antagonist of the game (with the exception of all boss characters.) From there you select your team leaders and his/her members to battle it out against your friends (btw 2 players are required for this mode). The stages are bland as balls and the fights can become repetitive, quickly.

    Survival Mode is a damn difficult mode where you battle against a crew of canonical characters (ie. Sasuke, Sakura and Naruto vs You) You need the skill to pay those tax bills, trust me.    … Expand
  5. TheQuietGamer
    Sep 17, 2012
    7
    This game is definitely flawed but Naruto fans will enjoy anyway, especially the ones looking for a good co-op experience. It's got it's ownThis game is definitely flawed but Naruto fans will enjoy anyway, especially the ones looking for a good co-op experience. It's got it's own original story, several different modes and a good selection of fan favorite characters, but the game play is extremely flawed making this game an experience only enjoyable to the most hardcore of fans. So if your a fan who's willing to overlook the many flaws this game has get it, if not don't get it, it's as simple as that.… Expand
  6. UchihaD.
    Sep 4, 2007
    0
    Maybe one day...naruto will actually have a game worth playing.

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