Namco Bandai sent word that Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 3 has gone gold for the PlayStation2. Based on the popular Naruto animated series, this fighter steps it up a notch and delivers new innovative features, enhancements and customizations. Battle through 20 stages with over 40 popular Naruto characters in the fiercest battles the series has ever seen.

The most feature-rich game in the Ultimate Ninja franchise to date, Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 3 hosts number of firsts for the series. Diligent fans can re-live all their favorite battles that made up Story Arc 1 in Hero’s History mode.

Ninja-in-training can earn points to upgrade their strength, agility, defense, chakra and other special abilities to customize their characters to their liking. Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 3 will also include a brand new original story, which will have players exploring the Hidden Leaf Village and participating in battle royale matches in over 55 scenarios.

Look for the gamer to ship to retailers across the country on March 25th, 2008