Key things
- Naruto games are characterized by evolving graphics and titles like “Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2” display beautiful 2D graphics.
- “Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogy” combines the previous games and showcases stunning HD remastered visuals on newer consoles.
- “Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections” tops the list with over 100 playable characters and stunning visuals in realistic environments. (119 characters)
The Naruto series has many video games on many consoles, from the first games released on the original Gameboy Advance and Gamecube to the latest titles on the latest consoles such as the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S. Over the years, Naruto games have been released sporadically on these consoles , with systems such as the Nintendo DS seeing many more releases than their console counterparts.

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Regardless, the quality of the Naruto games has improved over the years, including graphical fidelity. While many titles in the series needed better graphics, a few games stand above the rest with beautiful graphics across different art styles.
5 Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2
Nostalgic art style
Platforms |
Nintendo DS |
Released |
October 15, 2008 |
Developer |
Tosa |
Publishers |
Publisher D3 |
The first game on this list is Naruto: Path of the Ninja 2. Released in 2006 on the Nintendo DS, Path of the Ninja 2 is a top-down Naruto game that built on the first Path of the Ninja deliver an excellent title with the best top-down 2D graphics in the franchise. The game featured a great story, interesting combat mechanics, and a nostalgic yet visually appealing art style that ranks among the best of the franchise.
While nowhere near the levels of current 2D games, graphically Path of the Ninja 2 is still one of the best looking Naruto games for its art style.
4 Naruto Shippuden 3D: The New Era
The best 2D graphics
Naruto Shippuden 3D: The New Era
- Released
- March 31, 2011
- Developer
- Tom
While Naruto Shippuden 3D: The New Era isn't the best sidescrolling Naruto game on this list, it's the best in terms of graphics. Created for the Nintendo 3DS and released in 2011, the game featured 2D and 3D features that allowed players to use both for immersive visuals. The game featured classic sidescroller gameplay and a new story in which Naruto tries to stop a great war.

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Naruto Shippuden 3D is a good game in its own right; it has graphics appropriate for its time and is by far the best looking 2D Naruto game. However, it pales in comparison to the higher ranked titles on this list. So the 2D Naruto game is long overdue.
3 Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogy
HD Remaster with amazing picture
Platforms |
Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Microsoft Windows |
Released |
July 27, 2017 |
Developer |
CyberConnect2 |
Publishers |
Namco Bandai Games America Inc |
Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogy comes a close third Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 s comparable graphics, using similar graphics engines. The Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogy is great looking game with polished 3D animations and cartoonish but high fidelity graphics. The game combines the previous three Ninja Storm games with high definition remasters. For Naruto fans Ninja Storm Trilogy was a dream remaster with exceptional graphics that he gave Ultimate Ninja Storm games a well-deserved fresh coat of paint.
2 Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4
Impressive visuals, best on Switch
Platforms |
Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows |
Released |
February 4, 2016 |
Developer |
CyberConnect2 |
Publishers |
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment |
It comes slightly in front The Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogy is Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4. Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 is unique in that it has had several different releases – its first release in 2016 on major systems and later another release in 2020 on the Nintendo Switch. While its graphics are on par with the subsequent release The Ultimate Ninja Storm Trilogythe Nintendo Switch version makes it the Naruto game with the second best graphics – at least in handheld mode.

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It does an excellent job with the Nintendo Switch architecture, Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 is brought to life on the Switch with graphics comparable to and arguably better than those of its PlayStation and Xbox counterparts. While the docked mode is highly sought after, its pocket graphics are top notch, graphically making it the best handheld Naruto experience and second on this list.
1 Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections
Stunning graphics, the ultimate Naruto experience
- Released
- November 17, 2023
Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections it has the best graphics of any Naruto game. Ninja Storm connection was released on PlayStation 5 in November 2023 as the ultimate compilation of Sasuke and Naruto's story, featuring over a hundred playable characters, a thrilling narrative, and a variety of battle modes with online competitive gameplay for players to enjoy. The game is simply stunning, with gorgeous environments, vibrant color schemes and fluid gameplay that make the title easily the best looking game in the series.
Built on Unreal Engine 4, The Ultimate Ninja Storm Connection pushes the video game engine to the max with 4k resolution and 60 fps support.

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