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Naruto franchise announces Project Rasengan roadmap
Overview
The Naruto franchise has unveiled a comprehensive expansion roadmap titled ‘Project Rasengan’ during the ‘NARUTO: What’s Next?’ panel at New York Comic Con on October 10, 2026. This long-term plan for the Naruto and Boruto franchises encompasses anime, manga, and gaming, with development slated through 2029.
Key gaming announcements include the worldwide release of ‘Naruto Mobile’ (also referred to as ‘Hokage Ninja MOBILE’) on iOS and Android, a title previously limited to mainland China, and the launch of the Naruto Card Game by Bandai in June 2027. The card game will feature initial decks themed after Naruto, Sasuke, and Gaara, with in-store demonstrations planned for February and March 2027.
Media expansions include a new manga titled ‘Naruto: Shadow Rising’, written and illustrated by Masashi Kishimoto. Teaser footage suggests the story may be set during the period between the end of Naruto Shippuden and the beginning of Boruto. Further details are expected at Jump Festa 2027 in December.
A four-episode crossover anime titled ‘Naruto x Ninku’ is in production at Studio Pierrot. Supervised by Kishimoto and Ninku creator Koji Kiriyama, and directed by Noriyuki Abe, the series brings together characters from Naruto and the martial arts manga Ninku, which served as a major inspiration for Kishimoto. The series follows Team Seven as they encounter a mysterious world and a character named Fusuke.
Regarding the Hollywood live-action adaptation by Lionsgate, directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, reports suggest the project could expand into a franchise of seven or eight movies if successful. Industry insider Daniel RPK indicates a proposed structure mirroring the Harry Potter series, potentially using three films for the original Naruto series and three to four for Naruto: Shippuden.
Entities
New York Comic Con · Masashi Kishimoto · Studio Pierrot · Viz Media · Naruto
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Masashi Kishimoto will both write and illustrate the new manga.
- [● 3 SOURCES] The new manga is titled ‘NARUTO SHADOW RISING’.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Further information will be announced at Jump Festa 2027 in December.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Project Rasengan is an initiative to expand the Naruto and Boruto franchises through various media.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Naruto Mobile, previously exclusive to mainland China, will receive a worldwide release.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Bandai will launch a new Naruto Card Game in June 2027.
- [● 2 SOURCES] A new limited-episode anime crossover with the Ninku franchise is planned.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Masashi Kishimoto will create a new manga featuring an original story.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Naruto Card Game will feature three initial decks themed after Naruto, Sasuke, and Gaara.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Card game demonstrations will take place in selected stores between February and March 2027.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The manga is set during the period between the end of Shippuden and the start of Boruto.
Timeline
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[CULTURE] 5 sourcesNaruto franchise launches major global project ‘PROJECT RASENGAN’
TV Tokyo announced ‘PROJECT RASENGAN’, a global expansion of the ‘NARUTO’ franchise featuring new anime, manga, a worldwide card game launch in 2027, and a global mobile game release.
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[CULTURE] 43 sourcesNaruto franchise announces Project Rasengan expansion through 2029
The Naruto franchise announced ‘Project Rasengan’ at NYCC 2026, featuring a new Masashi Kishimoto manga, a four-part crossover anime with Ninku, a global mobile game launch, and a new card game.
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesNaruto live-action film development targets multi-movie franchise
Director Destin Daniel Cretton is overseeing a new live-action Naruto film, with reports suggesting plans for a multi-film franchise following a worldwide casting search.
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[CULTURE] 3 sourcesNaruto live-action film could expand into multi-movie franchise
A potential live-action Naruto film franchise could span seven to eight movies, following a structure similar to Harry Potter, if the first film succeeds.
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesNew York Comic Con features Dark Horse and Naruto announcements
Dark Horse Comics and the Naruto franchise have announced major panels and reveals scheduled for the upcoming New York Comic Con.
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesNaruto franchise announces new anime series and live-action film
The Naruto franchise is expanding with a new limited anime series and a Lionsgate live-action film, featuring character updates and major announcements expected at New York Comic Con 2026.
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[CULTURE] 16 sourcesNaruto franchise to announce new anime at NYCC 2026
The Naruto franchise will announce a new limited TV anime series and updates on the 2027 Naruto Card Game at a special panel during New York Comic Con 2026.
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[CULTURE] 3 sourcesNaruto franchise announces new stage play, anime film, and live-action projects
The Naruto franchise is expanding with a non-verbal theatrical production in Kyoto for 2027, a Hollywood live-action film, and a new anime movie slated for updates at New York Comic Con 2026.
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[CULTURE] 2 sourcesNaruto franchise to announce new animated film at NYCC 2026
Viz Media will announce a new Naruto animated film and its worldwide premiere during a special panel at New York Comic Con 2026 on October 10.
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[CULTURE] 3 sourcesNaruto franchise expected to reveal new anime film at New York Comic Con 2026
A Naruto panel at New York Comic Con 2026 is expected to reveal a roadmap for the franchise, potentially including the announcement of a new anime film and updates on the Naruto Card Game.
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[CULTURE] 7 sourcesNaruto animated film announcement expected at New York Comic Con
Viz Media is expected to announce a new Naruto animated film and debut footage during a panel at New York Comic Con on October 10, 2026.
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[CULTURE] 5 sourcesNaruto to announce new project at New York Comic Con 2026
The Naruto franchise will reveal a new project and a future roadmap during a special panel at New York Comic Con on October 10, 2026, featuring voice actors Junko Takeuchi and Noriaki Sugiyama.
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