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Mario Tennis

Mario Tennis

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In Mario Tennis, you control characters from the Mario universe to compete in singles and doubles matches, mastering standard strokes and unique character-specific special shots to win tournaments and challenges.

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Year

1999

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English日本語

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Game Controls

How to play Mario Tennis

Movement on the court is handled by the analog stick. Different button presses produce various types of shots like flat hits, topspin, and slice. Holding buttons can charge shots for increased power, and specific combinations or meter build-ups allow for special character-specific moves.

Analog Stick
Movement
A Button
Topspin Shot / Charge Shot
B Button
Flat Shot / Slice Shot
Z Button
Lob Shot / Drop Shot
C Buttons
Special Shots / Ball Control

About Mario Tennis

Mario Tennis is a sports game developed by Nintendo and released for the Nintendo 64 in 2000. It brings the familiar characters and vibrant world of the Mario franchise to the tennis court.

You'll play through various tennis matches, either in exhibition, tournaments, or a dedicated adventure mode. During a match, you move your chosen character around the court using the analog stick, timing your swings with the A and B buttons to return the ball. Different button presses and combinations can result in topspin, slice, or flat shots, depending on your character's position and the ball's trajectory.

What sets Mario Tennis apart is its roster of iconic characters, each possessing their own stats and unique 'special shots.' For instance, Mario might have a powerful drive shot, while Luigi could unleash a tricky top-spin lob. Successfully landing these special shots requires precise timing and positioning, often after building up a power meter. The game also includes an adventure mode where you guide a new character through training and tournaments, improving their skills to eventually challenge the main Mario cast.

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MarioTennisSportsN64NintendoRetro

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