New Naruto for the PS2 @ Gaming Target

Written by John Scalzo on August 02, 2006

News: Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles is coming this winter.

Namco-Bandai has announced they are bringing another Naruto adventure to the PS2 this winter with the release of Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles.

Namco Bandai had this to say about the game:
A brand new story drives the missions as players experience the trials and tribulations of a ninja-in-training - fierce competition from fellow students and constant challenges from their teachers. Players can collect status-boosting chips and plates to customize all aspects of Naruto's abilities and face-off against multiple enemies using either close combat moves or long-range weapons like shurikens and explosive cards. With familiar characters like Kakashi, Sasuke and Neji that can swoop in for assistance, "Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles" offers mini-games and lethal attacks straight from the popular anime series to satiate any aspiring ninja.

"On the heels of the resounding success of 'Naruto: Ultimate Ninja,' fans of the series have been clamoring for new Naruto adventures on the PlayStation 2," said Naruo Uchida, Namco Bandai Games America Inc.'s Senior Vice President. "With 'Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles,' we will deliver another layer of gameplay depth to the franchise by introducing an original storyline and providing an opportunity for fans to engage in large-scale ninja combat, all the while exploring familiar locations of the Naruto universe in an adventure setting."

We also have the first screens, which you can see right here.

We'll have more on Naruto: Uzumaki Chronicles soon.