Japanese Narutimate Accel version of the first Shippuden Ultimate Ninja. Adult Naruto Shippuden characters are faithfully represented with their new abilities. For Japanese fans wanting the Shippuden experience in their native language on PS2.
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Fighting2 players12+
Description
Original Japanese edition by CyberConnect2 and Bandai released in 2007, the first entry to integrate Naruto Shippuden. Distributed as "Naruto Shippuuden - Narutimate Accel," it introduces the timeskip with a new Shippuden roster, semi-open battle fields and the "Accel" system for quick transformations. Released in the West as "Ultimate Ninja 4" .
Naruto Shippuuden - Narutimate Accel review
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Art direction
★★★★★
"Iconic"
4/5
Music
★★★★★
"Excellent"
3/5
Story
★★★★★
"Solid"
Cel-shading of stunning faithfulness to Kishimoto's manga, spectacular jutsus and destructible arenas: the anime seems playable frame by frame. The crisp outlines and flamboyant effects restore all the energy of the fights. This graphic virtuosity from CyberConnect2 stands as a benchmark of adaptation.
Gameplay
"Solid"
Fun
"From the very first seconds"
A dive into the Shippuden arc, this entry renews the cast with the heroes grown up and fresh, ever more spectacular techniques. The epic staging and the fidelity to the anime carry every battle. Triggering a devastating jutsu stays an immediate, exhilarating pleasure. Snappy, generous and gorgeous to watch, an arena versus built for fans.
Addictiveness
"Captivating"
Difficulty
"Balanced"
Lifespan
"Long"
Technical info
💾2 GB📅05/04/2007
Published by Bandai Namco Games
Naruto Shippuuden - Narutimate Accel (PS2) price, value & rarity
Complete: box, manual and disc/cart very clean. Lightly handled.
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Is Naruto Shippuuden - Narutimate Accel still worth playing in 2026?
Known in Japan as Naruto Shippuuden Narutimate Accel, this Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja 4 from CyberConnect2 shifts the arena series into the manga's new era, with a renewed roster, team battles and assist techniques. The cel-shaded staging faithful to the anime, the readability of the duels and the multiplayer fun appeal to fans. The little renewed formula and an accessible depth remain. A good fighting game for fans of Naruto Shippuden and of anime arena versus.
