Fun for a while but repetitive
User Rating: 7.5 | Naruto: Narutimate Hero 2 PS2
I kinda have mixed feelings with this game. It was a really fun game to start with but kinda gets old before you beat it. First, I'll start with the pros. Its rare to see a fighting game so different from the others. With the multiple plane levels and the unique jutsu of the ninja, it is a refreshing change from the stereotypical 2d fighter. The story takes you on an alternate path than the manga and anime takes you which keeps you interested. The fighting is quick and action packed. Ninjas disappearing in a puff of smoke and reappearing behind the enemy everywhere and shuriken flying left and right, it's every guys secret dream. (maybe some girls, too). Also, nailing a superjutsu is just about the most satisfying thing you will ever feel. Now for the con. While the fighting is fun, it kind of gets repetitive. Your list of moves is limited and you can only do the same move so many times before you want something new. Also, some of the requirements to beat a mission are just frustrating and unnecessarily hard to pull off. I mean, how do you time a move so the enemy and you attack at the same time. And better yet, why? The final thing that got me was the voice acting. As a Japanese person as well as a fan of Naruto, I couldn't get over the bad english acting. Well that really doesn't affect game play too much so yeah. Over all, its a decent game thats fun to play with friends or mildly entertaining by yourself. If your a Naruto fan, you might want to check this game out.
PS. Might Gai is spelled GAI not GUY. That bugged the crap out of me.
