Free Fire x Naruto Shippuden is making another comeback, and fans of the iconic anime crossover have a reason to get excited. According to the latest announcement, Free Fire x NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Chapter 2: Ninja War has won the “Best Use of IP or Licence” award at the Pocket Gamer Mobile Games Awards 2026.
The award highlights how successfully Free Fire has used the Naruto Shippuden franchise inside the game, combining its battle royale gameplay with characters, themes and content inspired by the legendary anime.
Naruto Chapter 1 Returns on September 16
The biggest news for players is that Free Fire x NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Chapter 1 will return on September 16.
This means players who enjoyed the previous Naruto collaboration will get another opportunity to experience the event and revisit its content.
The announcement also teases that Chapter 2: Ninja War is coming soon, although the complete details and release date have not yet been revealed.
What Can Players Expect?
While Garena has not officially revealed everything about Chapter 2, the Ninja War theme immediately creates huge expectations among Naruto fans.
The collaboration could potentially bring new themed rewards, characters, cosmetics, missions and other Naruto-inspired content.
However, players should wait for official announcements before believing specific leaks or rumours.
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Our POV
At Free Fire Keeda, we think bringing Naruto Shippuden back is a smart move. The first collaboration created plenty of excitement, and the return of Chapter 1 before the next chapter could build even more hype.
The “Best Use of IP or Licence” award also makes this comeback more interesting because it shows the collaboration has received recognition within the mobile gaming industry.
Free Fire x Naruto Shippuden is clearly not finished yet. The Ninja War is coming — and we’re ready! 🔥🍥
