Naruto X Boruto Ninja Voltage: Official End of Service Announcement

Bandai Namco's popular fortress strategy RPG, Naruto X Boruto Ninja Voltage, is officially shutting down on December 9th, 2024, ending nearly a seven-year run. This isn't entirely unexpected, following the similar fate of Naruto Blazing.

The game's final events include the Village Leader World Championship (October 8th-18th), an All-Out Mission (October 18th-November 1st), and a "Thanks For Everything" campaign (November 1st-December 1st). Players can continue collecting cards, summoning, and using in-game items until the shutdown. Unspent Gold Coins should be used before the game closes.

The game's decline stemmed from a shift in its balance. Initially praised for its balanced village-building and defense mechanics, the introduction of powerful characters like Minato fueled a noticeable power creep. This, combined with increased pay-to-win elements, reduced free-to-play rewards, and the near-disappearance of multiplayer features, ultimately led to its closure. The game remains available on the Google Play Store for those who wish to play before its final day.