Bandai Namco's fortress strategy RPG, Naruto X Boruto Ninja Voltage, is officially shutting down on December 9th, 2024, ending a nearly seven-year run. This isn't unexpected for many players, mirroring the fate of other Naruto gacha games like Naruto Blazing.
Shutdown Timeline and Final Events:
The game will remain playable until December 9th. Players can enjoy several final events:
- Village Leader World Championship: October 8th - 18th
- All-Out Mission: October 18th - November 1st
- 'Thanks For Everything' Campaign: November 1st - December 1st
Players are encouraged to utilize remaining in-game Gold Coins and participate in summoning events before the shutdown.
Reasons for Closure:
While initially successful with its balanced village-building, trap-setting, and character defense mechanics, the game's decline stemmed from several factors:
- Power Creep: The introduction of Minato Namikaze and subsequent characters significantly disrupted the game's balance, favoring powerful units.
- Increased Pay-to-Win Elements: The game increasingly prioritized paid content, reducing free-to-play rewards and diminishing the value of free gameplay.
- Diminished Multiplayer Features: Multiplayer aspects of the game significantly deteriorated over time.
These issues led to player dissatisfaction and ultimately contributed to the game's closure. The game remains available on the Google Play Store for those wishing to experience it before the shutdown.