The CODEX release includes the full Story Mode, which spans 14 chapters. Key moments include:
Respect to all fellow scene groups and the CODEX team.
The game utilizes hand-drawn backgrounds and stunning cel-shaded graphics to mimic the look of the anime perfectly, often making players feel like they are playing an "interactive cartoon". NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Ultimate Ninja STORM 2-CODEX
Troubleshooting: If the game crashes on startup, install DirectX , VC Redist , and GFWL (Games for Windows Live) Disabler , as the original game relied on deprecated Microsoft services.
The base game (represented in the CODEX version) features 42 playable characters, spanning: The CODEX release includes the full Story Mode,
Complete the "Cursed Dolls" request to unlock deeper post-game content [15]. Tonton's Pearls: Collect all of Tonton's pearls throughout the world [15]. Friendship Events:
Certain character pairs (e.g., Naruto & Jiraiya, Sasuke & Itachi) can perform cinematic Team Ultimates. In the CODEX version, all these animations are uncut and run at a smooth 60 FPS if your hardware supports it. Troubleshooting: If the game crashes on startup, install
| Feature | Official Steam Version | NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Ultimate Ninja STORM 2-CODEX | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Steam + Denuvo (formerly) | Removed/Emulated | | Online Multiplayer | Yes (P2P) | No | | Achievements | Steam Achievements | None | | Mod Compatibility | Moderate (post-updates break mods) | High (static file structure) | | Price | $19.99 USD (standard) | Free (scene release) | | Updates | Patch 1.5 (latest) | Version 1.0 / 1.1 |
: Includes over 40 playable characters , featuring a guest appearance by Lars Alexandersson from Tekken 6 .
STORM 2 introduced several key mechanics that have since become staples of the franchise:
The CODEX release includes the full Story Mode, which spans 14 chapters. Key moments include:
Respect to all fellow scene groups and the CODEX team.
The game utilizes hand-drawn backgrounds and stunning cel-shaded graphics to mimic the look of the anime perfectly, often making players feel like they are playing an "interactive cartoon".
Troubleshooting: If the game crashes on startup, install DirectX , VC Redist , and GFWL (Games for Windows Live) Disabler , as the original game relied on deprecated Microsoft services.
The base game (represented in the CODEX version) features 42 playable characters, spanning:
Complete the "Cursed Dolls" request to unlock deeper post-game content [15]. Tonton's Pearls: Collect all of Tonton's pearls throughout the world [15]. Friendship Events:
Certain character pairs (e.g., Naruto & Jiraiya, Sasuke & Itachi) can perform cinematic Team Ultimates. In the CODEX version, all these animations are uncut and run at a smooth 60 FPS if your hardware supports it.
| Feature | Official Steam Version | NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Ultimate Ninja STORM 2-CODEX | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Steam + Denuvo (formerly) | Removed/Emulated | | Online Multiplayer | Yes (P2P) | No | | Achievements | Steam Achievements | None | | Mod Compatibility | Moderate (post-updates break mods) | High (static file structure) | | Price | $19.99 USD (standard) | Free (scene release) | | Updates | Patch 1.5 (latest) | Version 1.0 / 1.1 |
: Includes over 40 playable characters , featuring a guest appearance by Lars Alexandersson from Tekken 6 .
STORM 2 introduced several key mechanics that have since become staples of the franchise: