Nintendo has officially lifted the curtain on the complete character roster for Mario Tennis Fever, the next major entry in the company’s acclaimed sports franchise.
With a launch date set for February 12, 2026, exclusively on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, Mario Tennis Fever promises to deliver the largest and most diverse cast in series history. Announced during a recent Nintendo Direct, Mario Tennis Fever has generated significant buzz among both longtime fans and newcomers.
The latest trailer, released today, confirms all 38 playable characters, making good on developer promises that this installment would offer the most expansive lineup to date.
Expanding on classic Mario sports gameplay, Mario Tennis Fever blends returning favorites with fresh faces.
Alongside franchise icons such as Mario, Luigi, Peach, Yoshi, and Donkey Kong, the roster introduces several newcomers who are making their playable debut in the Mario Tennis series.
Notable new additions include Goomba, Nabbit, Piranha Plant, Baby Wario, and Baby Waluigi, further diversifying the court and offering fans new playstyles to master. Here is the confirmed full character lineup for Mario Tennis Fever: - Mario - Luigi - Peach - Yoshi - Pauline - Donkey Kong - Diddy Kong - Rosalina - Luma - Toad - Toadette - Daisy - Birdo - Wario - Waluigi - Petey Piranha - Bowser - Bowser Jr - Boo - Chain Chomp - Shy Guy - Blooper - Spike - Boom Boom - Dry Bones - Dry Bowser - Goomba - Koopa Paratroopa - Koopa Troopa - Kamek - Piranha Plant - Wiggler - Baby Mario - Baby Luigi - Baby Peach - Baby Wario - Baby Waluigi - Nabbit In a statement from Nintendo representatives, the development team underscored their goal to craft the most feature-rich entry in the Mario Tennis franchise, emphasizing that the expanded roster offers greater variety and strategic depth for both solo and multiplayer modes.
"We’ve worked hard to ensure fans will find their favorite characters and discover new ones to enjoy," the company shared in today’s release notes. Mario Tennis Fever’s February 12, 2026 debut marks its debut on Nintendo Switch 2, reflecting Nintendo’s commitment to supporting its next-generation platform with flagship titles.
The game will be available via retail and through the Nintendo eShop, giving fans multiple ways to join the action.
With its robust character selection and anticipated new features, Mario Tennis Fever is poised to become a standout offering in the Nintendo Switch 2 launch window. Stay tuned to Nintendo Direct updates and official channels for additional gameplay reveals and pre-order information as the release date approaches.
With a launch date set for February 12, 2026, exclusively on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, Mario Tennis Fever promises to deliver the largest and most diverse cast in series history. Announced during a recent Nintendo Direct, Mario Tennis Fever has generated significant buzz among both longtime fans and newcomers.
The latest trailer, released today, confirms all 38 playable characters, making good on developer promises that this installment would offer the most expansive lineup to date.
Expanding on classic Mario sports gameplay, Mario Tennis Fever blends returning favorites with fresh faces.
Alongside franchise icons such as Mario, Luigi, Peach, Yoshi, and Donkey Kong, the roster introduces several newcomers who are making their playable debut in the Mario Tennis series.
Notable new additions include Goomba, Nabbit, Piranha Plant, Baby Wario, and Baby Waluigi, further diversifying the court and offering fans new playstyles to master. Here is the confirmed full character lineup for Mario Tennis Fever: - Mario - Luigi - Peach - Yoshi - Pauline - Donkey Kong - Diddy Kong - Rosalina - Luma - Toad - Toadette - Daisy - Birdo - Wario - Waluigi - Petey Piranha - Bowser - Bowser Jr - Boo - Chain Chomp - Shy Guy - Blooper - Spike - Boom Boom - Dry Bones - Dry Bowser - Goomba - Koopa Paratroopa - Koopa Troopa - Kamek - Piranha Plant - Wiggler - Baby Mario - Baby Luigi - Baby Peach - Baby Wario - Baby Waluigi - Nabbit In a statement from Nintendo representatives, the development team underscored their goal to craft the most feature-rich entry in the Mario Tennis franchise, emphasizing that the expanded roster offers greater variety and strategic depth for both solo and multiplayer modes.
"We’ve worked hard to ensure fans will find their favorite characters and discover new ones to enjoy," the company shared in today’s release notes. Mario Tennis Fever’s February 12, 2026 debut marks its debut on Nintendo Switch 2, reflecting Nintendo’s commitment to supporting its next-generation platform with flagship titles.
The game will be available via retail and through the Nintendo eShop, giving fans multiple ways to join the action.
With its robust character selection and anticipated new features, Mario Tennis Fever is poised to become a standout offering in the Nintendo Switch 2 launch window. Stay tuned to Nintendo Direct updates and official channels for additional gameplay reveals and pre-order information as the release date approaches.
