"Don't deny it! You know you're an Otaku!"
What better way to jumpstart the New Year than with an S Rank ninja combat game.
Naruto Shippuden: Legends: Akatsuki Rising is arguably the most thrilling game for the PSP of 2009. Players control 10 of their favorite ninjas including Akatsuki as they try to free Gaara, the Fifth Kazekage. "The game's epic story, multiple modes and streamlined controls make for an excellent introduction into the world of Naruto Shippuden." said Todd Thorson, director of marketing and public relations for Namco Bandai.
This simple control scheme wasn't explicitly explained, but Namco Bandai did say you'd take it to the opponent with Jutsu attacks controlled by "simple button commands and devastate the enemies by entering Hypermode." You'll be able to select two support characters and combine their attacks with yours to "discover ultimate combos."
Naruto Shippuden: Legends: Akatsuki Rising also packs two-player cooperative mode and versus play via ad-hoc play. Original Mode takes you through the Gaara Retrieval story as it unfolds in "lush, 3D anime inspired environments." Scenario Mode will challenge you to pick up Skill Scrolls to beef up your character's abilities. Meanwhile, Akatsuki Mode will let you play as the Akatsuki organization for the first time. Of course, Versus Mode will be there for you to take on the computer in one-on-one fights.
A truly epic game that can be enjoyed by both fans and narutards alike. Share your thoughts on this game in a comment below. There's much more
narutard goodies to come.
