'Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Blazing' news: major update adds 'Naruto Shippuden' favorites and more

"Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Blazing" gets some love from Bandai Namco Entertainment in the form of a major update that adds the versions of Naruto and Sakura as seen in the "Naruto Shippuden" anime.

According to a press release, the addition of the characters in the acclaimed mobile game was made in an effort to integrate the massive "Naruto" universe to the game including fan-favorites like them.

The major update also introduces to "Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Blazing" a set of unique new features that improve the communication among gamers.

Bandai Namco says that these features will allow players to "utilize stamps of set phrases, or issue commands to fellow players by laying down markers on maps to communicate a course of action with visual cues."

"Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Blazing" will also reward players who commit to the game by logging in daily with the chance to earn 22 ninja pearls.

Also, in the spirit of the holidays, Bandai Namco is also planning to hold "festive events" in the days to come, giving fans more chances to earn bonuses, items and other rewards.

This update is currently only available on Android. "Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Blazing" players on the iOS should get it in no time. When exactly remains to be seen, but Bandai Namco says it will be "soon."

It's been a while since "Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Blazing" received a major update like this, although Bandai Namco regularly holds events and offers in-app purchases. In fact, the developer recently had up for grabs a Special Ninja Pearl Set, which comes with Might Guy "Hot-Blooded Youth" as a bonus character. This pack can be purchased for only six times so those who bought it before would not have to worry.

"Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Blazing" is now available on the Android and the iOS.