PUBG MOBILE announces an expansive upcoming global partnership with NARUTO SHIPPUDEN, coming in Version 4.5, bringing transformative gameplay and features inspired by the iconic series in-game.

LONDON – June 25th, 2026 – PUBG MOBILE, one of the world’s most popular mobile games, is thrilled to announce its upcoming partnership with NARUTO SHIPPUDEN, one of the most beloved and influential anime franchises of all time. Representing one of the most ambitious crossovers in PUBG MOBILE‘s history, Version 4.5, launching on July 9th, will allow players to experience the world of NARUTO in ways never before possible across PUBG MOBILE’s unique platform.

Developed under the supervision of the Naruto Production Committee, players can expect deeply integrated gameplay mechanics, transformed environments, and faithful recreations of the key locations, and abilities that have defined NARUTO for generations of fans. With this expansive partnership, players will be able to visit major sites of importance in Naruto’s story including the Hidden Leaf Village and Hokage Rock plus The Final Valley, to name but a few. To truly feel like an elite shinobi they will be able to harness powerful ninjutsu such as Chidori, Rasengan, Shadow Clone, Flying Raijin Jutsu and many more. Whilst more information will be shared soon, PUBG MOBILE has revealed that gameplay will also feature a special boss fight for players against The Nine-Tails, the iconic beast at the centre of Naruto’s origin.

Players can also anticipate the release of various themed character sets including, Naruto, Sasuke, Sakura, Kakashi, Hinata, Tsunade, Jiraiya, Gaara and Madara alongside other themed content yet to be revealed.

“PUBG MOBILE is committed to setting new benchmarks for interactive entertainment through innovative partnerships and premium player experiences. NARUTO’s enduring global influence and passionate fanbase made this collaboration a natural fit. By combining beloved cultural icons with the intensity, depth, and scale of PUBG MOBILE, we are set to deliver one of our most ambitious and anticipated crossover experiences yet.” says Vincent Wang, Head of PUBG MOBILE Publishing at Tencent Games.

Since its inception in 1999, NARUTO has sustained its position as one of the most widely viewed and culturally significant anime and manga series. The franchise continues to attract a large global audience, reaching tens of millions of viewers, underscoring its enduring popularity, cross-generational appeal and continued relevance as a premier entertainment franchise.

Further information about PUBG MOBILE’s partnership with NARUTO SHIPPUDEN and Version 4.5 ahead of the release on July 9th will be revealed soon. Download the game and play for free on the App Store and Google Play Store.

About PUBG MOBILE

PUBG MOBILE is based on PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the phenomenon that took the world of interactive entertainment by storm in 2017. Up to 100 players parachute onto a remote island to battle in a winner-takes-all showdown. Players must locate and scavenge their own weapons, vehicles, and supplies, and defeat every player in a visually and tactically rich battleground that forces players into a shrinking play zone. PUBG MOBILE is co-developed by LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS of Tencent Games and KRAFTON, Inc.

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About NARUTO

A shonen manga by Masashi Kishimoto serialized in Weekly Shōnen Jump. It gained immense popularity after its serialization began in 1999, concluding its run in 2014 with the 700th chapter.

The protagonist, Naruto Uzumaki, is a ninja who overcomes deadly battles with rivals and past grudges with the goal of becoming the Hokage, the leader of The Hidden Leaf Village. The cumulative sales of the volumes, distributed in over 60 countries and regions, have surpassed 250 million copies.

The anime aired on the TV Tokyo network starting in 2002, and from 2007 it aired as NARUTO SHIPPUDEN until March 2017. In October 2022, the series marked the 20th anniversary for its TV debut. Eleven theatrical anime films have also been released. The anime is currently broadcasted in over 145 countries and regions worldwide, making it a beloved national work that is cherished globally.

Beyond numerous developments such as with apps, games, and merchandise, its reach extends across diverse fields including exhibitions, 2.5-dimensional musicals, music festivals, and kabuki.