KRAFTON India today announced that Naruto, one of the world’s most celebrated anime franchises, will make its landmark debut in BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI) as part of the Version 4.5 Update. Bringing together iconic locations, unforgettable characters, legendary jutsu, and immersive storytelling, the collaboration transforms the Battleground into a living extension of the Hidden Leaf Village for the very first time. Check out the BGMI 4.5 Update Release date and more below.
BGMI 4.5 Update Release Date (Official)
BGMI 4.5 Update release date is July 16, 2026. The BGMI x Naruto Collaboration will go live on same date and will be live till September 14, 2026.
For BGMI’s 260 million players in India, this is far more than a themed update. It is a complete reimagining of the Battleground, where every drop, every fight, and every victory unfolds against the backdrop of one of anime’s most beloved worlds – and BGMI’s most ambitious anime collaboration to date.
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BGMI x NARUTO: The Hidden Leaf Village
The collaboration transforms Erangel and Livik into an immersive world inspired by Konohagakure, blending familiar BGMI landscapes with iconic Naruto landmarks designed for exploration, discovery, and unforgettable moments. Players will be able to discover:
- Hidden Leaf Village – the bustling heart of the Battlegrounds, reimagined with authentic ninja architecture
- Hokage Rock – the legendary mountain overlooking the village with its iconic carved faces
- Ichiraku Ramen Shop – Naruto’s favourite ramen spot, recreated for memorable player interactions
- Naruto’s Apartment – step inside Naruto’s home and relive moments from the anime
- Ninja Academy – train where every shinobi’s journey first begins
- Great Naruto Bridge, Chunin Exam Arena, and Valley of the End – battle across the locations that shaped Naruto’s greatest rivalries and defined his destiny
- Underground Secret Rooms and Urban Renovations – hidden spaces and familiar BGMI zones transformed with a distinct Hidden Leaf identity
The experience extends well beyond exploration. Cinematic moments and interactive spaces bring Naruto’s most unforgettable memories to life – from the Valley of the End Animation recreating Naruto and Sasuke’s legendary final confrontation, to the Kurama Memory Space, a Group Photo Mode with cinematic backdrops, an anime-inspired Naruto In-Flight Sequence to begin every match, a Ninja Gathering Ceremony, and Naruto-themed lobby music that instantly evokes the universe.
Every landmark, animation, and environmental detail has been designed to make players feel like they are no longer playing inside BGMI, but living inside the Hidden Leaf Village itself.
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