Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections

NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS is a PC 3D arena fighting game from CyberConnect2 and Bandai Namco Entertainment. The official Steam and publisher storefronts continue to use this exact name, with no verified rebrand or replacement edition. It combines a condensed Naruto and Sasuke history, an original Boruto campaign, a roster of more than 130 playable ninjas, local battle modes, and online PvP.

Fast arena combat built around ninja movement

Matches take place in open 3D arenas from a third-person battle perspective. The core loop is direct: choose a lead ninja, bring support characters, close distance with a Chakra Dash, manage chakra and substitution resources, then convert openings into combos, ninjutsu, and flashy Secret Techniques.

The system remains approachable, but it is not simply a button-mashing brawler. Movement, guarding, aerial pressure, substitution timing, support calls, and resource management all affect whether an attack connects. The roster also creates meaningful matchup differences, from close-range rushdown characters to fighters who rely on projectiles, transformations, or large-area techniques.

Simple Control Mode is the major accessibility addition. It can automate sequences such as a Chakra Dash and combo actions through a simplified input scheme, while Normal Control Mode preserves the more traditional Storm-style command layout. New players can use Simple controls to understand the pace of a match, while experienced players may prefer Normal controls for more deliberate execution.

Two story formats, not a full replacement for every Storm campaign

History Mode brings the main Naruto and Naruto Shippuden timeline into one playable overview. It focuses on selected battles and key moments from Naruto’s childhood through the final conflict with Sasuke, using anime scenes and cinematic presentation to connect the encounters.

This structure is best understood as a curated recap rather than a complete collection of the earlier Ultimate Ninja Storm campaigns. Players looking for every original mission, exploration segment, and boss sequence from the previous games may find the coverage more compressed than expected.

Special Story Mode is the more distinctive single-player addition. It follows Boruto Uzumaki after he enters the popular online game Ninja Heroes, where he meets Nanashi, a navigator connected to the game. The plot introduces Merz and a threat involving the Fifth Great Ninja War, giving the modern Boruto cast an original scenario created specifically for Connections.

Roster depth and customization rewards

The headline feature is the scale of the playable roster. Alongside familiar figures such as Naruto Uzumaki, Sasuke Uchiha, Sakura Haruno, and Kakashi Hatake, the lineup includes Boruto-era characters and newer additions such as Kawaki, Jigen, Boro, Delta, and Koji Kashin. Historical figures including Indra Otsutsuki, Ashura Otsutsuki, Hagoromo Otsutsuki, and Isshiki Otsutsuki further extend the selection.

Characters are not interchangeable skins. Their attack ranges, support behavior, awakening options, ultimate techniques, and team combinations shape how a match develops. The game also includes Team Ultimate Jutsu attacks and collectible cosmetic rewards such as costumes, character poses, accessories, stamps, and home-screen backgrounds.

Customization is primarily a fan-service and profile-expression system rather than a character-building RPG. It gives players reasons to revisit battles and online play, but it does not turn Connections into a persistent progression game like anime arena RPGs such as Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2.

Free Battle, local multiplayer, and online PvP

The offline Free Battle menu is the main sandbox for direct combat. It includes standard VS Battle, Survival against successive CPU opponents, Practice for learning techniques, Tournament brackets, and League formats. Tournament supports matches involving up to eight players or CPU-controlled competitors, while League supports up to four participants or CPU opponents.

That makes the PC version suitable for local-versus sessions when the required input devices are available. It is important to separate this from the story modes: the advertised local formats are battle modes, not a cooperative campaign through History Mode or Special Story Mode.

Network Battle provides Casual Match and Rank Match options against online opponents. Steam lists online PvP, achievements, Steam Cloud, leaderboards, and Family Sharing. Connections is therefore strongest when treated as a character-driven arena fighter with a large matchup laboratory, rather than as a campaign-first action game.

PC storefront details and content model

The PC release is distributed through Steam under the unchanged title NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS. The Steam listing identifies CyberConnect2 as developer and Bandai Namco Entertainment as publisher, requires agreement to a third-party EULA, and lists controller support among its player-facing features. A separate anti-cheat system, mod framework, dedicated server tool, cabinet mode, or native ultrawide feature is not identified in the official storefront information.

The base game is a paid release rather than a free-to-play title. Steam offers Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate editions. Deluxe includes the main game, the Season Pass, and additional Naruto and Kakashi costumes; Ultimate adds a Costume & Accessory Pack. The Season Pass covers five character DLC packs, while separate listings include the Nostalgic Anime Song & Item Pack and preorder content.

Steam lists English, French, Italian, German, Spanish variants, Arabic, Thai, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Indonesian, and Japanese among the supported language options. Audio availability varies by language, so players should distinguish full voiceover support from interface and subtitle localization.

Who should play Connections?

Connections is aimed first at Naruto and Boruto fans who want a broad playable roster and recognizable anime confrontations in one PC package. It also suits players who prefer accessible 3D fighters, local tournament sessions, and online ranked battles over traditional 2D fighting-game execution.

It is a weaker fit for players seeking a complete retelling with the depth of four separate story campaigns, a dedicated cooperative adventure, extensive character progression, or a heavily documented PC feature set. Players who mainly want crossover anime team battles may also consider licensed crossover arena fighters such as Jump Force Ultimate Edition, although Connections offers a much deeper Naruto-specific roster and story focus.

NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS FAQ

Is the game still called NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS on PC?

Yes. The current Steam and official publisher listings use the same title. No verified storefront rebrand or renamed successor edition replaces it.

Does Connections include the complete Naruto story?

History Mode covers selected highlights from Naruto and Naruto Shippuden, including the Naruto and Sasuke rivalry. It is a condensed overview, not a full recreation of every earlier Storm campaign.

Does the PC version have online multiplayer?

Yes. Network Battle includes Casual Match and Rank Match options for online PvP. Steam also lists leaderboards and other platform features.

Can two people play locally on PC?

Yes. Free Battle supports local VS play, and its Tournament and League formats support multiple local participants or CPU opponents. Local multiplayer is separate from the single-player story modes.

What does the Season Pass include?

The Season Pass covers five character DLC packs. Deluxe and Ultimate editions include the Season Pass, while the Standard Edition contains the main game without those pass bonuses. Additional cosmetic and music-related packs are sold separately.

Is Simple Control Mode optional?

Yes. Players can choose between Simple Control Mode and Normal Control Mode. Simple controls reduce input complexity for selected actions, while Normal controls provide the traditional Storm-style approach.