Boruto Is Finally Going Dark, And It's Making the Naruto Sequel So Much Better: Here's How

When Boruto: Naruto Next Generations first began, it faced heavy criticism for its lighter tone and slow pacing. Many longtime fans of Naruto, a series that never shied away from war, trauma, and moral complexity, felt the sequel lacked the emotional depth that made the original so powerful. While it was enjoyable for younger audiences, older fans were left wondering if Boruto would ever grow up and confront the same level of serious storytelling that had defined its predecessor.