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08/21/2024
Shinobi Striker Developers' Letter #6 Is Here!
What Is Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker?
It's time to determine the world's greatest ninja in the Ninja World League!
Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker is an online multiplayer game where you go head-to-head with other ninja in fast-paced, acrobatic battles to vie for the honor of being crowned the strongest of them all!!
Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker is an online multiplayer game where you go head-to-head with other ninja in fast-paced, acrobatic battles to vie for the honor of being crowned the strongest of them all!!
Contents
・Introduction
・Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o) Joins the Battle!
・New SS+ Items Have Arrived!
・Ninja Hawk Debuts as a New Summoned Animal!
・New Special Ninjutsu Arrives!
・2.56 Patch Balance Adjustments
・New Item Showcase
・New Free Ninjutsu Trial Feature Added!
・Game Optimization
・In Closing
・Introduction
・Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o) Joins the Battle!
・New SS+ Items Have Arrived!
・Ninja Hawk Debuts as a New Summoned Animal!
・New Special Ninjutsu Arrives!
・2.56 Patch Balance Adjustments
・New Item Showcase
・New Free Ninjutsu Trial Feature Added!
・Game Optimization
・In Closing
Greetings to all you ninja out there!
This is the Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker Development Team.
We are so grateful to everyone who has been playing Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker.
Thanks to all of your support, Shinobi Striker is about to celebrate its 6th anniversary since the official release! It really means the world to us!
Here in our 6th Developers' Letter, we'll tell you all about the new shinobi set to join Shinobi Striker, "Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o)", along with news about the new SS+ weapons, and info about Summoned Animals!
This is the Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker Development Team.
We are so grateful to everyone who has been playing Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker.
Thanks to all of your support, Shinobi Striker is about to celebrate its 6th anniversary since the official release! It really means the world to us!
Here in our 6th Developers' Letter, we'll tell you all about the new shinobi set to join Shinobi Striker, "Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o)", along with news about the new SS+ weapons, and info about Summoned Animals!
This Shisui, capable of wielding the full power of Susano'o, is an original version unique to Shinobi Striker. Shisui joins the game as a defense type capable of supporting his allies on the front lines with his powerful Genjutsu and the true form of the Mangekyo Sharingan, "Susano'o"! Now, let's get into what makes Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o) tick!
Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o) is a defense type that finds himself most comfortable in the front lines, leveraging the Susano'o's powerful defense and ranged attacks along with Shisui's own Genjutsu to support his allies.
Here are the Ninjutsu for the strongest Genjutsu user among the Uchiha, Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o)!
Ninjutsu 1 - Susano'o: Tsukumo
Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o) is a defense type that finds himself most comfortable in the front lines, leveraging the Susano'o's powerful defense and ranged attacks along with Shisui's own Genjutsu to support his allies.
Here are the Ninjutsu for the strongest Genjutsu user among the Uchiha, Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o)!
Ninjutsu 1 - Susano'o: Tsukumo
This is a Ninjutsu that summons Susano'o to protect you, and with additional input, allows you to unleash a volley of Senbon at your foes. Upon activation, it clads you in Susano'o and protects you from all attacks. Plus, the power of the Senbon is increased in proportion to how much damage you were able to mitigate.
Both Susano'o's defense and Senbon attack have a wide area of effect, so like most defense type Ninjutsu, you'll get the most benefit from using it on the front lines! By timing the guard effect just right, you'll be able to massively increase the damage output of this Ninjutsu! Whether you're protecting your allies or guarding against an enemy attack, learn to read your opponent and time the guard just right to send them flying with your powerful counterattack!
Ninjutsu 2 - Genjutsu: Sharingan
Both Susano'o's defense and Senbon attack have a wide area of effect, so like most defense type Ninjutsu, you'll get the most benefit from using it on the front lines! By timing the guard effect just right, you'll be able to massively increase the damage output of this Ninjutsu! Whether you're protecting your allies or guarding against an enemy attack, learn to read your opponent and time the guard just right to send them flying with your powerful counterattack!
Ninjutsu 2 - Genjutsu: Sharingan
With this Visual Jutsu, you'll be able to use the Sharingan to force your opponent to witness a horrifying illusion, robbing them of movement.
Upon activation, you and your surrounding allies are granted Sharingan Mode, which allows you all to defend against most attacks. After defending, phantasms lunge towards your foe. Enemies who touch the phantasms take damage and are restrained.
This is a Ninjutsu that excels in both defense and offense by granting nearby allies Sharingan Mode and by dealing damage to enemies with the phantasms. The effects are pretty powerful, but the effect radius and duration are fairly limited, so make sure to think carefully about the flow of battle before choosing to unleash this Ninjutsu.
By the way, enemies touched by the phantasms and affected by the Genjutsu will also be subject to a unique animation!
Upon activation, you and your surrounding allies are granted Sharingan Mode, which allows you all to defend against most attacks. After defending, phantasms lunge towards your foe. Enemies who touch the phantasms take damage and are restrained.
This is a Ninjutsu that excels in both defense and offense by granting nearby allies Sharingan Mode and by dealing damage to enemies with the phantasms. The effects are pretty powerful, but the effect radius and duration are fairly limited, so make sure to think carefully about the flow of battle before choosing to unleash this Ninjutsu.
By the way, enemies touched by the phantasms and affected by the Genjutsu will also be subject to a unique animation!
Secret Technique - Perfect Susano'o: Kishin
This is a Secret Technique that calls forth Perfect Susano'o to envelop the user and lift them into the sky so they can attack the ground from above.
Once it's activated, you can control where to launch the attack using the analog stick and adjust the camera angle upwards or downwards using the Ninjutsu button. Activate the Secret Technique again to launch an attack on the point you designated with enough power to knock out any enemies caught by the Jutsu. In addition, beams of light will appear in the location of the attack, dealing damage to enemies who touch it.
Due to the freedom of use afforded by this Secret Technique, you'll be able to use it in a variety of different ways! Aim in the center of a free-for-all, predict your opponent's movement and snipe them out, or target it at bases or scrolls, the choice is yours!
Plus, Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o) has his own exclusive Ninja Tool, "Uchiha Shuriken Jutsu: Infiltration Shadow"!
Once it's activated, you can control where to launch the attack using the analog stick and adjust the camera angle upwards or downwards using the Ninjutsu button. Activate the Secret Technique again to launch an attack on the point you designated with enough power to knock out any enemies caught by the Jutsu. In addition, beams of light will appear in the location of the attack, dealing damage to enemies who touch it.
Due to the freedom of use afforded by this Secret Technique, you'll be able to use it in a variety of different ways! Aim in the center of a free-for-all, predict your opponent's movement and snipe them out, or target it at bases or scrolls, the choice is yours!
Plus, Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o) has his own exclusive Ninja Tool, "Uchiha Shuriken Jutsu: Infiltration Shadow"!
This is a Shuriken Jutsu that allows you to launch a Shadow Shuriken and use it as a decoy to approach your opponent. If you manage to hit an enemy with Shadow Shuriken, you can use Swift Step to close the gap on your enemy; and if you miss, the Shuriken will split up and launch an attack. With this Ninja Tool, you can decide when to either close in on your foe, or maintain your distance, allowing you to dictate the flow of battle!
Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o) will be available for use in the free update, so look forward to using him on the battlefield! By purchasing the Special Ninjutsu Training, your avatar will be able to use his Ninjutsu, as well as obtain Uchiha Shuriken Jutsu: Infiltration Shadow from the Ninjutsu Training rewards!
Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o) will be available for use in the free update, so look forward to using him on the battlefield! By purchasing the Special Ninjutsu Training, your avatar will be able to use his Ninjutsu, as well as obtain Uchiha Shuriken Jutsu: Infiltration Shadow from the Ninjutsu Training rewards!
Next up, we'll cover the second species of Summoned Animals that will be added to the game with the upcoming update: "Ninja Hawk"!
Call a Ninja Hawk and ride them to move through the skies at blazing speed! You won't be able to attack while moving, but when you dismount, your hawk attacks by charging at the enemy.
Just like with the Ninja Hounds, you'll be unable to move for a period of time when calling your partner, but once you do you'll be up and away in the sky, allowing you to protect yourself against approaching enemies. In the sky, the Ninja Hawk trumps the Ninja Hound in terms of mobility, but when it comes to speed the Ninja Hound remains on top, even when moving side to side. Keep that in mind when thinking about how fast you want to move. We recommend using the Ninja Hawk when you need to escape to safety in the sky, or when you want to prepare for a surprise attack from above!
Plus, Summoned Animals will be added to the Scroll Appraisal lineup!
Just like with the Ninja Hounds, you'll be unable to move for a period of time when calling your partner, but once you do you'll be up and away in the sky, allowing you to protect yourself against approaching enemies. In the sky, the Ninja Hawk trumps the Ninja Hound in terms of mobility, but when it comes to speed the Ninja Hound remains on top, even when moving side to side. Keep that in mind when thinking about how fast you want to move. We recommend using the Ninja Hawk when you need to escape to safety in the sky, or when you want to prepare for a surprise attack from above!
Plus, Summoned Animals will be added to the Scroll Appraisal lineup!
Just like with Ninja Hounds, 3 Ninja Hawks with special effects will also make their debut. Your cool new partner might just be waiting for you!
Ninja Hawks are set to be added after the maintenance at the end of September.
Keep an eye on the official X (formerly Twitter) account to get more details on the schedule!
https://twitter.com/Narutovideogame
Ninja Hawks are set to be added after the maintenance at the end of September.
Keep an eye on the official X (formerly Twitter) account to get more details on the schedule!
https://twitter.com/Narutovideogame
Moving on, we'll be introducing 3 new SS+ items!
Defense Type Weapon: War Fan "Dreaming Moon"
It's the weapon that was equipped by an avatar seen in the 6th anniversary key visual! This fan is styled after the legendary shinobi of the Uchiha clan, Madara Uchiha. Launch powerful wind gusts and command Susano'o to attack! We've made it so you can recreate the fighting style used by Madara when he was wielding his fan. Use Strong Attack to have Susano'o unleash a powerful sword slash that has a wide area of effect!
Defense Type Weapon: War Fan "Dreaming Moon"
It's the weapon that was equipped by an avatar seen in the 6th anniversary key visual! This fan is styled after the legendary shinobi of the Uchiha clan, Madara Uchiha. Launch powerful wind gusts and command Susano'o to attack! We've made it so you can recreate the fighting style used by Madara when he was wielding his fan. Use Strong Attack to have Susano'o unleash a powerful sword slash that has a wide area of effect!
Heal Type Weapon: Sage Arms "Monstrous Chaos"
This is a weapon based off the chakra weapons used by Momoshiki and Kinshiki Otsutsuki. We've faithfully recreated both the chakra absorption and multi-use capabilities of the weapons. The wielder can absorb chakra from their foes when landing the finishing move of the Normal Attack chain, and the weapon is loaded with the ability to fire at distant foes when used with a combo! After enhancement, you'll have a heal type weapon that can add some serious firepower to your combos, so make sure to wield that power to dominate the battlefield.
This is a weapon based off the chakra weapons used by Momoshiki and Kinshiki Otsutsuki. We've faithfully recreated both the chakra absorption and multi-use capabilities of the weapons. The wielder can absorb chakra from their foes when landing the finishing move of the Normal Attack chain, and the weapon is loaded with the ability to fire at distant foes when used with a combo! After enhancement, you'll have a heal type weapon that can add some serious firepower to your combos, so make sure to wield that power to dominate the battlefield.
Ranged Type Weapon: Inked Scroll "Holy Monk Likeness"
This is a weapon styled after the Super Beast Scroll Ninjutsu. A unique item designed to recreate the style of launching attacks using drawings from a scroll. Use Strong Attack to create a monk that performs a close-range attack, or switch to long-range beast attacks with this special weapon!
This is a weapon styled after the Super Beast Scroll Ninjutsu. A unique item designed to recreate the style of launching attacks using drawings from a scroll. Use Strong Attack to create a monk that performs a close-range attack, or switch to long-range beast attacks with this special weapon!
The SS+ weapons introduced here are scheduled to be added to the Scroll Lineup sequentially after the update.
Keep an eye on the official X (formerly Twitter) account to get more details on the schedule!
https://twitter.com/Narutovideogame
Keep an eye on the official X (formerly Twitter) account to get more details on the schedule!
https://twitter.com/Narutovideogame
The Special Ninjutsu set to be added to the game as part 2 of the "Awakened Tailed Beast" theme is the ranged type Secret Technique: "Host Transformation: Six Tails"!
With this Secret Technique, the user performs a Host Transformation into Six Tails and launches bubbles, then follows up by shooting out a single massive bubble.
At its core this is a simple projectile-launching Secret Technique, but the bubble emitted moves at a slow speed, which allows you to both lead your foe and put pressure on them for a prolonged period. This technique can be avoided fairly easily if launched directly at an opponent, but if you use it in the middle of a team battle, you should be able to affect multiple enemies at once!
This Ninjutsu is set to be added to the game sometime after the next update.
Keep an eye on the official X (formerly Twitter) account to get more details on the schedule!
https://twitter.com/Narutovideogame
At its core this is a simple projectile-launching Secret Technique, but the bubble emitted moves at a slow speed, which allows you to both lead your foe and put pressure on them for a prolonged period. This technique can be avoided fairly easily if launched directly at an opponent, but if you use it in the middle of a team battle, you should be able to affect multiple enemies at once!
This Ninjutsu is set to be added to the game sometime after the next update.
Keep an eye on the official X (formerly Twitter) account to get more details on the schedule!
https://twitter.com/Narutovideogame
From here on we'll explain our thought process behind some of the balance adjustments coming into the game with the update. This time, we'll be focusing on the following two topics: "Change to the effect granted by attack types when using Strong Attacks" and "Individual changes in the 2.56 update". Like last time, these will be rather long explanations, so bear with us.
・Change to the Effect Granted by Attack Types When Using Strong Attacks
The first thing we'd like to address is the "disable Substitution Jutsu" effect applied by the Strong Attack of attack types. It will be changed to an effect that prevents the shortening of Substitution Jutsu cooldown time in the 2.56 update. This change should reduce the number of instances where an attack type uses a Strong Attack to seal their opponent's Substitution Jutsu and takes them down without any counterplay.
With this change, we want to give you guys more chances to break out of attack type combos. Initially, the ability to debuff enemies with the "disable Substitution Jutsu" effect introduced in a previous update was meant to be a main feature of attack types, allowing you to trap enemies in long combos for massive damage. However, in Survival Exercise and other game modes, it became possible to combine with Ninjutsu and Ninja Tools to trap enemies in extremely long combos that they couldn't break free from with the Substitution Jutsu.
To counter this phenomenon, we've changed the effect to one that prevents Substitution Jutsu cooldown time reduction. In Shinobi Striker, taking damage reduces the cooldown time of the Substitution Jutsu, but after this update, the cooldown time of Substitution Jutsu will not be reduced if you're hit by an attack type's Strong Attack. After using the Substitution Jutsu, there's still a chance that you can get caught in one of the previously mentioned long combos, but it will be much harder for you to find yourself in a situation where you cannot use the Substitution Jutsu at all.
Because this was such a large change that affects the balance between the different types, we felt the need to give a longer explanation. We'll be keeping an eye on the power balance between the different types and make further adjustments if we feel one type is exerting too much influence over the battlefield.
・Individual Changes in the 2.56 Update
One of the existing Ninjutsu we've made improvements to is "Fire Style: Phoenix Flame Scarlet Claw", which now makes the user temporarily invulnerable when activating the Ninjutsu and allows them to do a backstep. You can use it not just to attack enemies, but as an emergency spacing maneuver to put some distance between yourself and an approaching enemy.
In addition, the Secret Technique "Inferno Style: Susano'o Flame Control" will also be adjusted to increase both the number of times it fires black flame arrows and the rate of fire so it launches a greater number of arrows more rapidly.
Plus, the weapon "Claw Edge 'Kurama'" will be adjusted so its aerial damage is reduced and it becomes more difficult to keep enemies in midair, the duration of the Super Armor effect granted when using a Strong Attack with the "Double Moon Sword" will be reduced, the Secret Technique "Heaven Concealed" will grant an invulnerability effect, and many more changes are in store for you. Those other changes will be posted in a notice and included in the in-game patch notes on a later date, so make sure to check them out!
We plan to continue making additional changes to the types and Ninjutsu mentioned in this letter as we monitor the impact of these adjustments on the battle environment and user data.
We hope you continue to enjoy fighting in the Ninja World League!
・Change to the Effect Granted by Attack Types When Using Strong Attacks
The first thing we'd like to address is the "disable Substitution Jutsu" effect applied by the Strong Attack of attack types. It will be changed to an effect that prevents the shortening of Substitution Jutsu cooldown time in the 2.56 update. This change should reduce the number of instances where an attack type uses a Strong Attack to seal their opponent's Substitution Jutsu and takes them down without any counterplay.
With this change, we want to give you guys more chances to break out of attack type combos. Initially, the ability to debuff enemies with the "disable Substitution Jutsu" effect introduced in a previous update was meant to be a main feature of attack types, allowing you to trap enemies in long combos for massive damage. However, in Survival Exercise and other game modes, it became possible to combine with Ninjutsu and Ninja Tools to trap enemies in extremely long combos that they couldn't break free from with the Substitution Jutsu.
To counter this phenomenon, we've changed the effect to one that prevents Substitution Jutsu cooldown time reduction. In Shinobi Striker, taking damage reduces the cooldown time of the Substitution Jutsu, but after this update, the cooldown time of Substitution Jutsu will not be reduced if you're hit by an attack type's Strong Attack. After using the Substitution Jutsu, there's still a chance that you can get caught in one of the previously mentioned long combos, but it will be much harder for you to find yourself in a situation where you cannot use the Substitution Jutsu at all.
Because this was such a large change that affects the balance between the different types, we felt the need to give a longer explanation. We'll be keeping an eye on the power balance between the different types and make further adjustments if we feel one type is exerting too much influence over the battlefield.
・Individual Changes in the 2.56 Update
One of the existing Ninjutsu we've made improvements to is "Fire Style: Phoenix Flame Scarlet Claw", which now makes the user temporarily invulnerable when activating the Ninjutsu and allows them to do a backstep. You can use it not just to attack enemies, but as an emergency spacing maneuver to put some distance between yourself and an approaching enemy.
In addition, the Secret Technique "Inferno Style: Susano'o Flame Control" will also be adjusted to increase both the number of times it fires black flame arrows and the rate of fire so it launches a greater number of arrows more rapidly.
Plus, the weapon "Claw Edge 'Kurama'" will be adjusted so its aerial damage is reduced and it becomes more difficult to keep enemies in midair, the duration of the Super Armor effect granted when using a Strong Attack with the "Double Moon Sword" will be reduced, the Secret Technique "Heaven Concealed" will grant an invulnerability effect, and many more changes are in store for you. Those other changes will be posted in a notice and included in the in-game patch notes on a later date, so make sure to check them out!
We plan to continue making additional changes to the types and Ninjutsu mentioned in this letter as we monitor the impact of these adjustments on the battle environment and user data.
We hope you continue to enjoy fighting in the Ninja World League!
Here we'll introduce some of the new items that'll make their debut in the Scroll Appraisal!
Defense Type Weapon: Yagura's Club
Defense Type Weapon: Yagura's Club
Introducing a new weapon styled after the Fourth Mizukage, Yagura!
We've recreated Yagura's specialty Water Style Jutsu along with his Jutsu that allowed him to grow and attack with corals! Use Strong Attack to sprout coral from the ground and deal damage to enemies nearby! Due to its wide area of attack, this ability excels in team fights!
Heal Type Weapon: Aburame Clan Insects
We've recreated Yagura's specialty Water Style Jutsu along with his Jutsu that allowed him to grow and attack with corals! Use Strong Attack to sprout coral from the ground and deal damage to enemies nearby! Due to its wide area of attack, this ability excels in team fights!
Heal Type Weapon: Aburame Clan Insects
This is a weapon that allows you to equip the bugs used by the bug masters of the Aburame clan!
Using chakra to temporarily manipulate insects, you can group them up in the shape of a spear to attack enemies directly, or have them form a sphere and explode outwards, just like an Aburame clan member!
We have other new items scheduled for release with the update in addition to the ones mentioned above, so make sure to check the official X (formerly Twitter) account for more information!
https://twitter.com/Narutovideogame
Using chakra to temporarily manipulate insects, you can group them up in the shape of a spear to attack enemies directly, or have them form a sphere and explode outwards, just like an Aburame clan member!
We have other new items scheduled for release with the update in addition to the ones mentioned above, so make sure to check the official X (formerly Twitter) account for more information!
https://twitter.com/Narutovideogame
In this update, we've added a Free Ninjutsu Trial feature to help all you ninja out there with your character customization!
With the Free Ninjutsu Trial feature, during the trial period you'll be able to equip Ninjutsu to your avatar, even if you don't have the Special Master-Ninjutsu Training for it. In the first Free Ninjutsu Trial we plan to have two characters who are known for their skill with Visual Jutsu available for customization.
The Free Ninjutsu Trial is set to be added and will be available on an irregular basis sometime after the next update and maintenance.
More info on this feature will be available on the official X (formerly Twitter) account at a later date!
https://twitter.com/Narutovideogame
With the Free Ninjutsu Trial feature, during the trial period you'll be able to equip Ninjutsu to your avatar, even if you don't have the Special Master-Ninjutsu Training for it. In the first Free Ninjutsu Trial we plan to have two characters who are known for their skill with Visual Jutsu available for customization.
The Free Ninjutsu Trial is set to be added and will be available on an irregular basis sometime after the next update and maintenance.
More info on this feature will be available on the official X (formerly Twitter) account at a later date!
https://twitter.com/Narutovideogame
In a previous Developers' Letter, we talked about how we planned to optimize the game.
Starting from update 2.55 that went live in July, we've managed to optimize how data loads at the start of battles. We've confirmed an increase in stability when comparing pre and post update data.
We will continue to focus on optimizing how data is loaded in upcoming updates in order to create a more stable and fun play environment.
Starting from update 2.55 that went live in July, we've managed to optimize how data loads at the start of battles. We've confirmed an increase in stability when comparing pre and post update data.
We will continue to focus on optimizing how data is loaded in upcoming updates in order to create a more stable and fun play environment.
Thank you for reading until the end!
The new season will begin with the update on 8/22 (JST) and Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o) is set to release on 8/23 (JST), so please wait just a little while longer!
It's thanks to all of you ninja out there duking it out in the Ninja World League that we were able to make it to the doorstep of our 6th anniversary. We will continue to strive towards further improvement in both how we develop and manage the game!
With that, we bid you farewell. Let us meet again in the next Developers' Letter!
The new season will begin with the update on 8/22 (JST) and Shisui Uchiha (Perfect Susano'o) is set to release on 8/23 (JST), so please wait just a little while longer!
It's thanks to all of you ninja out there duking it out in the Ninja World League that we were able to make it to the doorstep of our 6th anniversary. We will continue to strive towards further improvement in both how we develop and manage the game!
With that, we bid you farewell. Let us meet again in the next Developers' Letter!
