Mario Tennis Aces
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About Mario Tennis Aces
Camelot Software Planning brings back their expertise to create Mario Tennis Aces for the Nintendo Switch. Released in June 2018, this title stands as a distinct entry in the franchise by blending classic arcade sports action with deeper tactical layers. You control familiar faces like Mario and Luigi wearing sharp tennis outfits while battling against foes across various courts. The game introduces the first story campaign since the Game Boy Advance era, adding missions and boss fights to the mix. It sits squarely in the sport genre but leans hard into the adventure elements that define its single-player experience.
Gameplay
Matches feel faster than previous entries thanks to new mechanics that let you charge shots and execute flashy special moves. You must read an opponent's body language to predict their next stroke before choosing your own response. The system rewards precise timing over button mashing as you manage stamina and court positioning during intense rallies. Single-player mode guides you through a structured story with unique boss battles that demand specific strategies rather than just raw skill. Multiplayer matches allow for local or online play where you can test your skills against other users in real time. Controls are tight, letting you slice the ball or hit groundstrokes with deliberate accuracy during each point.
What Players Think
Critics and players have given this title a solid IGDB score of 74.7 based on 97 ratings. The community generally views the game as a competent sports entry that improves upon older formulas without reinventing the wheel. Most sessions average around three hours for story mode completion, though many users spend significantly more time in multiplayer lobbies. Review snippets often praise the special shot animations while noting that the learning curve can be steep for newcomers. The overall mood remains positive, with players appreciating the depth added to the tennis mechanics compared to earlier Mario sports games. No one claims it is perfect, but most agree it delivers a satisfying competitive experience.
PlayPile's Take
This game works best if you enjoy competitive sports titles with a heavy focus on timing and prediction rather than just arcade fun. The story mode offers decent value at the current price point for those willing to grind through missions and boss fights. You will unlock numerous achievements by mastering the special shot system or clearing specific campaign chapters. It is not a must-play for everyone, but fans of tennis games will find plenty of reasons to return to these courts. Buy it if you want a polished entry that respects your time while still challenging your reflexes in every match.
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Single player, Multiplayer
IGDB Rating
74.7
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