Garena Free Fire is thrilled to announce a crossover collaboration with the iconic anime and manga series, Naruto Shippuden! This exciting partnership, teased in Garena's recent anniversary animation, will bring beloved Naruto characters and a brand-new, Naruto-themed map to the Free Fire battle royale experience.

While details are still scarce, the collaboration is confirmed to feature key characters from the Naruto Shippuden series. Get ready to experience the world of ninjas and jutsu within the familiar Free Fire gameplay. However, fans will need to exercise patience, as the crossover is slated for an early 2025 release.

This early confirmation, however, speaks volumes about Garena’s understanding of the immense anticipation surrounding this collaboration. A keen eye will spot a subtle hint in the anniversary animation—Naruto's signature kunai (ninja knife) and backpack appear around the 2:11 mark!

A Little Patience, Please

We understand that the wait until early 2025 might be disappointing for fans of both Free Fire and Naruto. But the swift confirmation and early tease suggest that this crossover will be a truly momentous event when it finally arrives.

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