Naruto X Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections: Update 101 New ~repack~

Update 1.01 for Naruto x Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections was the game's Day 1 patch

Final Verdict: Should You Return to the Storm?

If you dropped Connections due to the rough launch, Update 1.01 is your official recall order. The "101 New" patch transforms the experience from a cash-grab compilation into a genuine competitive fighter with a respectful nod to the anime’s choreography.

Bug Fixes & Minor Balance Adjustments

In summary, while update 1.01 lacked the flashy character additions of later seasons, it provided the necessary groundwork for a stable, multi-language global release. from more recent updates?

  • Free DLC Characters: Updates enabled the unlocking of characters like Naruto (The Last) and Sasuke (The Last) for all players (previously controversial due to a marketing mix-up).
  • PS5 Framerate Fix: A later patch specifically addressed screen tearing and frame drops on the PlayStation 5 version.

Bug Fixes: Implemented minor stability improvements to ensure smoother performance across the 130+ character roster. Update 1

Massive Balance Patch (Patch 1.60): Released in early 2025, this update adjusted 99 characters and significantly nerfed counter-attacks.

1. The Chakra Dash Nerf & Counter-Buff

In version 1.0, Chakra Dashes (the yellow lightning bolt movement) were nearly unpunishable. Patch 1.01 introduces a two-second exhaustion window after a missed Dash. If you whiff, you are vulnerable to a "Ninja Move Side-Step." This raises the skill ceiling dramatically. Free DLC Characters: Updates enabled the unlocking of

. This version of Boruto brings a high-intensity playstyle featuring: Spiraling Bullet: