Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 278 <PC>

Simultaneously, inside the labyrinth, Batta swipes a hidden communication device and whispers to Boruto that one of them is working for the enemy. Discussion & Reviews

Reveals a dark criminal past as a killer who turned to asceticism after a life-changing encounter with a priest. Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 278

Batta, driven by a need to buy back her birthplace from developers, initially considers killing Yatsume to survive. Simultaneously, inside the labyrinth, Batta swipes a hidden

Is desperate to deliver a payment that will save his struggling company. The Big Reveal: A Traitor in the Midst Is desperate to deliver a payment that will

Recap: Boruto Episode 278 — "Musical Chairs" Episode 278, titled , marks a turning point in the Labyrinth Game Arc as survival stakes collide with massive lore revelations. While Boruto and the remaining seven captives face a deadly new experiment, Sarada and Kawaki make a discovery in Konoha that changes everything. The Pressure Experiment

After cross-referencing records, they discover that Kiseru Gankun has an unclear background and is identified as a Kara Outer .

Critics and fans on platforms like The Geekiary and Reddit have praised the episode for its "Squid Game-esque" tension and character-driven storytelling. The integration of the Kara organization into what initially seemed like a standalone filler arc has significantly raised the stakes for the upcoming episodes. Boruto: Naruto Next Generations Episode 278 - ANIME ONLY