Bandai Namco's popular 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.
The game's closure date is December 9th, 2024. Until then, players can enjoy several upcoming events: the Village Leader World Championship (October 8th-18th), an All-Out Mission (October 18th-November 1st), and a final "Thanks For Everything" campaign (November 1st-December 1st). Players can continue collecting cards, participating in summons, and using in-game items until the shutdown. It's advisable to spend any remaining Gold Coins before the game closes.
While initially successful with its balanced village-building and defense mechanics, the game's decline appears linked to several factors. The introduction of Minato Namikaze seemingly triggered a power creep, alienating players. Increased pay-to-win elements, reduced free-to-play rewards, and the near-disappearance of multiplayer features further contributed to its downfall. The game remains available on the Google Play Store for those interested in a final playthrough.