Naruto: Ninja Council 3

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Naruto: Ninja Council 3 splits its focus between action and strategy. On the Nintendo DS, you fight enemies using a touch screen map for movement and jutsu execution. Missions range from defeating foes to protecting allies or meeting specific win conditions. Boss battles pit you against series antagonists like Ino. The game layers turn-based elements with real-time combat, letting you plan attacks on one screen while reacting on the other. Multiplayer modes add direct competition or co-op challenges. The game includes a "Movie" mode for watching character techniques and a bonus trading card. International versions tweak content like enemy abilities and character appearances. Released in 2006, it leans into DS-era handheld design with tactile controls. While not as celebrated as later entries, it maintains the series’ chaotic energy. The European release under Nintendo’s label added minor adjustments but kept core gameplay intact.