Being a huge fan of the Gamecube versions of GNT (one of my favourite 3D fighting series), it was obvious that I'd be looking forward to the Wii follwup.
Sadly, after a good playthrough of this game, I'd have to say the new team assigned to this ****ed up immensely. Disappointing that the game only has 14 characters (though understandable since this is based on the first arc of the new Shippuuden anime series) they have mostly been updated. New specials, some new combos and a little balancing for the top tier characters such as Uchiha Itachi (no more aerial bunshin spamming). All this is nice and of course expected, but what really breaks this game is the inclusion of "stun block".
Basically, stun blocking means if you press B->B, the opponent blocking your 2 hits can IMMEDIATELY strike back whilst you are completely vulnerable. Therefore whoever blocks first, wins. This huge flaw takes away the pressure that was applied in the earlier games. There are no safe strings to perform, leaving me baffled as to how this game got past the testing stages without questions being asked and eyebrows being raised. Perhaps stun blocking was implemented for the Wii mote controls (this game, unlike Bleach, can use GC controller too), but even then, if an opponent is attacking you, simply waving your mote about results in a guaranteed hit/combo for you.
Another huge **** up lies in the lack of i-frames when you're knocked on the ground, meaning opponents will continue to dish out punishment leaving you COMPLETELY helpless. These two flaws (character roster aside) make it seem as this game was simply rushed to coincide with the anime launch and possibly before Naruto Hero Accel hits the PS2.
Those are my basic impressions. Avoid this game, GNT/anime fan or not, not worth playing in the least. Its a shame, since I was hoping this would give the Wii some massive playtime.
Sadly, after a good playthrough of this game, I'd have to say the new team assigned to this ****ed up immensely. Disappointing that the game only has 14 characters (though understandable since this is based on the first arc of the new Shippuuden anime series) they have mostly been updated. New specials, some new combos and a little balancing for the top tier characters such as Uchiha Itachi (no more aerial bunshin spamming). All this is nice and of course expected, but what really breaks this game is the inclusion of "stun block".
Basically, stun blocking means if you press B->B, the opponent blocking your 2 hits can IMMEDIATELY strike back whilst you are completely vulnerable. Therefore whoever blocks first, wins. This huge flaw takes away the pressure that was applied in the earlier games. There are no safe strings to perform, leaving me baffled as to how this game got past the testing stages without questions being asked and eyebrows being raised. Perhaps stun blocking was implemented for the Wii mote controls (this game, unlike Bleach, can use GC controller too), but even then, if an opponent is attacking you, simply waving your mote about results in a guaranteed hit/combo for you.
Another huge **** up lies in the lack of i-frames when you're knocked on the ground, meaning opponents will continue to dish out punishment leaving you COMPLETELY helpless. These two flaws (character roster aside) make it seem as this game was simply rushed to coincide with the anime launch and possibly before Naruto Hero Accel hits the PS2.
Those are my basic impressions. Avoid this game, GNT/anime fan or not, not worth playing in the least. Its a shame, since I was hoping this would give the Wii some massive playtime.
The other videos I have seen don't seem too bad so maybe it's just because Sasori is so huge. I don't think that the punching thing matters too much: if your first punch is blocked then don't try a second or follow the punch with a different move such as a throw. Unless I have misunderstood something, I think this adds to the game and I don't think you'll have a western stand-off with each person waiting for the other to make the first move. Ease down on the melodrama and just enjoy the game!
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