Will Boruto be canceled or axed in the future? Some readers are concerned about the series due to several ongoing issues.
In this article, we break down the main factors that could affect Boruto’s future.
Was Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Manga Canceled or Axed? Reasons Explained
Boruto is still ongoing in *V Jump*, with Part 2 currently being serialized, so it has not been canceled.
Part 1 was also adapted into an anime series, which aired from April 5, 2017, to March 26, 2023, and remains as popular as ever since the days of “NARUTO.”
I Can't Surpass the Great “Naruto”
Since “Boruto” is a spin-off and sequel to “Naruto”—which is hugely popular overseas—many fans inevitably compare the two and feel that “Boruto” falls short, and it seems that harsh criticism has led to rumors of the series being canceled.
ボルトはガチでつまらないなー
ナルトの中忍試験とかがおもしろすぎた— yu (@yufps4) April 20, 2023
The main reason for its lackluster reception was that, when compared to its predecessor, the story’s direction and the characters’ appeal failed to fully resonate with readers.
Furthermore, since the author himself has stated, “I can’t write a work better than *Naruto*,” while the series is certainly entertaining, it’s undeniable that it pales in comparison to *Naruto*. As a result of these extremely harsh reviews, rumors began to circulate that the series would be canceled.
Since Part 1 has come to an end,
With Part 1 of “BORUTO” having concluded, while fans are looking forward to a sequel, rumors of the series being canceled have also circulated.
Part 1 of “BORUTO: Naruto Next Generations” concluded in 2023.
However, it seems many people mistakenly interpreted this conclusion as the series being “canceled.”
In reality, the story is still ongoing, and preparations are underway for the next chapter.
Because there was a change in the anime's screenwriter,
Although “Boruto” has been adapted into an anime, when the series’ screenwriter was replaced, fans became concerned that the show might be canceled, wondering if the change signaled that the anime was headed for cancellation.
In November 2020, the editorial department suddenly announced that Mr. Kishimoto would take over as screenwriter for the anime adaptation.
This sudden change in screenwriters led to concerns that the anime’s direction might shift toward cancellation.
An Explanation of the Alleged Reason Behind the Cancellation of “Boruto”: “Suspicions That the Final Episode Was Terrible”
The main characters from the *Naruto* era are treated rather carelessly.
It seems people have criticized *Boruto* for the way major characters from the *Naruto* era—such as Naruto and Kurama (the Nine-Tailed Fox)—were handled so carelessly before being written out of the series.
- Naruto exits the story after being sealed away in another dimension.
- Kurama is destroyed by Naruto's Heavy Particle Mode.
- Sasuke becomes weakened after losing the ability to use his Rinnegan.
It’s true that in “Boruto,” there needs to be a generational shift, so it might not be a good idea to have too many main characters from the “Naruto” era appear for too long.
However, since fans have grown quite attached to the main characters of the great “Naruto,” it was necessary to have them exit the story carefully and skillfully.
Fans are reluctant to see the main characters of “Naruto” disappear completely, so it’s important to transition gradually by passing the baton to the new generation.
It seems the transition wasn’t handled well—it appeared as though the generational shift was forced—and as a result, it was criticized as being poorly executed.
Can't bring yourself to like Boruto?
Boruto, the son of Naruto and Hinata, is a character that fans find hard to like—citing reasons such as “he’s annoying”—and this seems to be one of the factors contributing to the criticism that he’s “just terrible.”
なんでボルトっていつまでもナルトのせいにすんの？サラダだってパパいつも家におらんどころか昔の思い出も少ないのにめちゃめちゃ向上心あるし、なんならナルトはイルカ先生とのラーメンを生きがいに友達も家族もおらん上に落ちこぼれやったのに誰かのせいにした事なんて一回もないのに！嫌いだわ?！
— 天音利梛(りなてぃ) (@amanerina333) June 21, 2018
ナルトはめちゃくちゃ好きだけだボルトはまじで嫌いwwww
— 爆億君???? (@1618Earth) September 2, 2019
He’s selfish, forces his own opinions on others, and blames others for his mistakes.
Furthermore, his immature yet boastful attitude and his disrespectful behavior toward his parents are the reasons why Bolt is disliked.
In contrast, Naruto—who comes from a painful past without parents—is indeed a big talker and an optimist, but he also considers others, cares deeply for his friends, and is kind and responsible, never blaming others, which makes him likable.
This comparison between Naruto and Boruto likely contributed to why Boruto is disliked and criticized so harshly.
Is the animation quality terrible?
It has been said that the animation quality of the “Boruto” anime was poor during the COVID-19 pandemic, and there are rumors that the first season was canceled precisely because of the poor animation quality.
やっぱり今日のボルト作画ヤバいよなｗ 使いまわしひどかったしどうしたんだ・・・
— いくら (@scarl9t__dev1l) April 24, 2022
ボルトのアニメ作画がめちゃくちゃひどくなってた、
— 勇雅 (@oooooiochaty) February 5, 2022
コロナ禍とはいえ、ボルトのミカヅキの会ひどいな笑
テンポと作画とむちゃくちゃやん笑— Paru@ (@paru23_) July 21, 2020
In reality, Part 1 was concluded in order to change the animation staff for Part 2 of *Boruto*, but one might speculate that it was actually canceled because the animation quality was so poor.
Is the plot boring?
It seems that “Boruto” has been criticized for having a boring storyline, partly due to the forced weakening and removal of key characters from “Naruto.”
ジャンプのボルトってやつ。リアル感は上げたけどストーリーがつまらないよな。まず、主人公のボルトが頭良くてえーって行動をしない。強い敵ばっか出たってワンパターンになる。だからかなナルトはみんな描くけどボルトは描かない。
— 溜 (@omotimoti6) June 10, 2018
Perhaps people found it boring that the story relied too heavily on clichés, such as the forced nerfing of powerful characters from previous installments and the constant appearance of strong enemies.
However, while it’s hard not to compare it to *Naruto*, the series has been well-received as an enjoyable story in its own right—one that focuses on Boruto, the son of the Hokage, rather than Naruto.
NARUTOが好きな人はBORUTOも読んで欲しい
ぶっちゃけつまらない部分もあるし賛否両論もある設定とかストーリーがあるのもわかるけど、うずまきボルトはただの恵まれたガキなどではなく
あの「うずまきナルト」の、火影の息子なんだと
最新巻で見せつけられて僕は感動しました— gonbe (@big_cupnoodle23) June 5, 2023
How far does the final episode of the “Bolt” anime go? Where does the original manga pick up?
The first part of “Boruto” concluded in March 2023, covering up to Chapter 68 in Volume 18.
Therefore, if you want to follow the story as it continues in the anime, you can start by buying Volume 18.
However, the “Boruto” anime features many stories that are either original to the anime or based on Naruto-related books.
The original manga differs in that it depicts the characters' inner thoughts and psychological battles in greater detail, so I recommend watching both.
⇒Watch the anime “Boruto” on Amazon Prime Video
Final Thoughts on Boruto: Two Blue Vortex Manga
In conclusion, Boruto has not been canceled, and there are currently no strong signs of it ending early.
Overall, the series appears to be continuing without major issues.
Some readers may have thought *Boruto* was a failure or might be canceled because it was constantly compared to the great manga *Naruto*, which set very high expectations.
However, *Boruto* is an enjoyable story that can be appreciated as the story of the Hokage's son in its own right.
It may still be worth checking out for yourself.
⇒Watch the anime “Boruto” on Amazon Prime Video
