The court is calling, and Mario and the gang are back with a vengeance! Get ready to unleash some serious topspin and a healthy dose of chaos because Mario Tennis Fever is about to smash its way onto the Nintendo Switch 2 on February 12th. And let me tell you, after watching the new trailer this isn’t your average tennis game.
FMario Tennis Fever is serving up more of everything we love, plus a whole lot of exciting new twists. First off, let’s talk characters. We’re getting a whopping 38 playable characters, the most in series history! That means you’ll be able to hit the court with fan favourites like Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Bowser, but also get ready to welcome some truly unexpected newcomers. Goomba, Nabbit, and Piranha Plant are making their tennis debuts, alongside the utterly adorable (and probably mischievous) Baby Wario and Baby Waluigi.
But it’s not just about who you play as; it’s about how you play. The classic techniques like Topspin, Slices, and Lobs are all there, ready for you to master. However, the real game-changer (pun absolutely intended) comes in the form of the all-new Fever Rackets. Imagine equipping your character with one of 30 unique rackets, each boasting special abilities that can completely turn the tide of a match.
Fancy turning the court into a slippery ice rink with the Ice Racket? Or perhaps shrinking your opponent down to size with the Mini Mushroom Racket? My personal favourite has to be the Shadow Racket, which lets you create a duplicate of your character, leaving your opponent seeing double and utterly bewildered.
Unleashing these Fever Shots is as simple as filling up your Fever Gauge. But if you’re on the receiving end of one of these super shots, you’ve got a chance to send it right back, making your opponent feel the effects instead. Talk about sweet revenge!
Beyond the frantic on-court action, Mario Tennis Fever is bringing a smorgasbord of game modes to keep you entertained. For those who love a challenge, the new Trial Towers mode will have you tackling a series of unique tests as you climb your way to the top. But if you’re looking for something truly out-of-the-box, the Mix It Up mode is where the party’s at. Think Ring Shot, where precision is key as you aim for balls through rings, or Forest Court Match, where feeding Piranha Plants tennis balls actually expands the court! And inspired by Super Mario Bros. Wonder, the Wonder Court Match there’s some truly unpredictable effects that will keep you on your toes.
Returning modes like Tournament are getting an upgrade with play-by-play commentary from a Talking Flower (yes, you read that right, a talking flower!), adding a delightful layer of personality to your matches. And of course, online play is back and better than ever, with casual Online Rooms boasting customisable rules and intense Ranked Matches for those looking to climb the global leaderboards. If you prefer a more physical experience, the returning Swing Mode lets you gently swing your Joy-Con 2 controller to hit a variety of shots, perfect for getting off the couch and into the game like the old Wii days.
For solo players, the new Adventure mode offers a compelling single-player campaign. When mysterious monsters turn Mario, Luigi, Peach, Wario, and Waluigi into babies (adorable, yet tragic!), they must re-master their tennis skills and overcome challenges to return to their normal, adult selves. It sounds like a fantastic way to practice techniques and learn new ones in a narrative-driven setting.
Mario Tennis Fever also supports GameShare functionality. This means if one person owns the game on their Nintendo Switch 2, up to three nearby players can join in the fun using their own Nintendo Switch 2 or even an original Nintendo Switch!
To top it all off, Nintendo is also launching some stylish new coloured Joy-Con 2 controllers, Light Purple and Light Green on the same day as the game. So, you can give your Nintendo Switch 2 a fresh new look while you’re serving up aces. Pre-purchase is available now on the My Nintendo Store, so you can be ready to hit the court the moment Mario Tennis Fever drops.
Mario Tennis Fever is set to be a grand slam for the Nintendo Switch!
