Nintendo is raising the bar for arcade sports action with the release of Mario Tennis Fever, launching exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 system on February 12.
The latest entry in the well-loved Mario Tennis series, developed and published by Nintendo, brings a host of new features, a massive character roster, inventive modes, and enhanced customization—all designed to deliver exciting gameplay for series veterans and newcomers alike. Mario Tennis Fever boasts the largest playable cast in the franchise’s history, premiering with 38 unique characters.
Newcomers such as Goomba, Nabbit, Piranha Plant, Baby Wario, and Baby Waluigi make their debut, joining fan favorites like Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Bowser.
Players can employ classic tennis techniques—Topspin, Slice, and Lob—while exploring a variety of playstyles and strategies tailored to each character. One of the biggest innovations in Mario Tennis Fever is the inclusion of 30 new Fever Rackets, each offering distinctive abilities that can tip the tide of a match.
Among them, the Ice Racket creates slippery sections on the court, the Mini Mushroom Racket shrinks opponents to a fraction of their size, and the Shadow Racket generates a duplicate player to confuse rivals.
By filling up the new Fever Gauge during a match, players can unleash powerful Fever Shots and, with skillful timing, even rebound these shots back for a dramatic match reversal. The game extends its appeal with both new and returning modes.
Trial Towers presents a series of escalating challenges for solo or competitive players, while Mix It Up mode introduces unconventional matches—like Ring Shot, focusing on shot precision, and Forest Court Match, where feeding tennis balls to Piranha Plants expands the playing area.
Another standout is the Wonder Court Match, which draws inspiration from Super Mario Bros.
Wonder, offering unpredictable Wonder Effects.
Tournament mode returns, this time enhanced by live play-by-play commentary from a Talking Flower.
For online enthusiasts, Mario Tennis Fever incorporates casual and ranked multiplayer options, including the new Online Room for custom matches and Swing Mode, which lets players use Joy-Con 2 motion controls for a more active tennis experience. Solo players can dive into Adventure mode, where a mysterious force transforms beloved characters into their younger selves.
Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Wario, and Waluigi must overcome tennis-based challenges to restore themselves.
For local multiplayer convenience, GameShare allows up to three additional players to join a match using their Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch system—no additional game purchase required during the session. Coinciding with the game’s launch, Nintendo is releasing the first new colors of Joy-Con 2 controllers—Light Purple and Light Green.
These controllers, also arriving on February 12, are available for pre-order via My Nintendo Store and select retail partners. Mario Tennis Fever is shaping up to be a must-have addition to the Nintendo Switch 2 lineup.
By offering a wealth of content, extensive accessibility options, and robust online functionality (Nintendo Switch Online required for certain features), Nintendo continues its tradition of delivering engaging, innovative experiences for the entire gaming community.
The latest entry in the well-loved Mario Tennis series, developed and published by Nintendo, brings a host of new features, a massive character roster, inventive modes, and enhanced customization—all designed to deliver exciting gameplay for series veterans and newcomers alike. Mario Tennis Fever boasts the largest playable cast in the franchise’s history, premiering with 38 unique characters.
Newcomers such as Goomba, Nabbit, Piranha Plant, Baby Wario, and Baby Waluigi make their debut, joining fan favorites like Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Bowser.
Players can employ classic tennis techniques—Topspin, Slice, and Lob—while exploring a variety of playstyles and strategies tailored to each character. One of the biggest innovations in Mario Tennis Fever is the inclusion of 30 new Fever Rackets, each offering distinctive abilities that can tip the tide of a match.
Among them, the Ice Racket creates slippery sections on the court, the Mini Mushroom Racket shrinks opponents to a fraction of their size, and the Shadow Racket generates a duplicate player to confuse rivals.
By filling up the new Fever Gauge during a match, players can unleash powerful Fever Shots and, with skillful timing, even rebound these shots back for a dramatic match reversal. The game extends its appeal with both new and returning modes.
Trial Towers presents a series of escalating challenges for solo or competitive players, while Mix It Up mode introduces unconventional matches—like Ring Shot, focusing on shot precision, and Forest Court Match, where feeding tennis balls to Piranha Plants expands the playing area.
Another standout is the Wonder Court Match, which draws inspiration from Super Mario Bros.
Wonder, offering unpredictable Wonder Effects.
Tournament mode returns, this time enhanced by live play-by-play commentary from a Talking Flower.
For online enthusiasts, Mario Tennis Fever incorporates casual and ranked multiplayer options, including the new Online Room for custom matches and Swing Mode, which lets players use Joy-Con 2 motion controls for a more active tennis experience. Solo players can dive into Adventure mode, where a mysterious force transforms beloved characters into their younger selves.
Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Wario, and Waluigi must overcome tennis-based challenges to restore themselves.
For local multiplayer convenience, GameShare allows up to three additional players to join a match using their Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch system—no additional game purchase required during the session. Coinciding with the game’s launch, Nintendo is releasing the first new colors of Joy-Con 2 controllers—Light Purple and Light Green.
These controllers, also arriving on February 12, are available for pre-order via My Nintendo Store and select retail partners. Mario Tennis Fever is shaping up to be a must-have addition to the Nintendo Switch 2 lineup.
By offering a wealth of content, extensive accessibility options, and robust online functionality (Nintendo Switch Online required for certain features), Nintendo continues its tradition of delivering engaging, innovative experiences for the entire gaming community.
