The full patch notes for update 1.01 can be found on the game's official website or in-game.
Naruto x Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections Update 1.01 proves that Bandai Namco is listening. While it isn't perfect—we are still missing characters like Toneri or Hagoromo—the commitment to fixing the combat engine, adding Isshiki for free, and re-introducing the clash system has salvaged the game’s legacy.
It has been several months since Bandai Namco and CyberConnect2 launched Naruto x Boruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections . While it was praised for its massive roster (over 130 characters) and the nostalgic “History Mode” that finally merged the Naruto and Boruto timelines, the game launched with a polarizing reputation. Fans lamented the removal of key features from Storm 4 (such as awakening transitions and certain ultimate jutsu clashes) and the frustrating server connectivity during the “Special Story Mode” missions. The full patch notes for update 1
Dive Into Naruto x Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm Connections Update 1.01 and What It Means
was the game's , released on 17 November 2023. While it did not introduce new characters, it focused on technical refinements and expanding language accessibility. Key Features of Update 1.01 It has been several months since Bandai Namco
Update 1.01 transforms Connections from a broken, spam-heavy mess into a genuinely competitive fighter. The nerf to infinite combos and the addition of region-based matchmaking make the online experience playable for the first time since launch.
earned from Free and Online Battles to help players unlock cosmetics faster. Bug Squashing: Dive Into Naruto x Boruto Ultimate Ninja Storm
Let’s be real—this isn’t a miracle patch.
Resolved bugs where Guard Break failed to trigger and air combos rebounded incorrectly.