Ahead of its highly anticipated release on Nintendo Switch 2, Mario Tennis Fever has made a notable impact on the gaming landscape by securing a Metascore of 77 on Metacritic.
This aggregate score, determined from 70 critic reviews as of this writing, positions Nintendo and Camelot's latest entry above its predecessor, Mario Tennis Aces, which holds a score of 75. Mario Tennis Fever, developed by longtime series collaborator Camelot and published by Nintendo, offers a fresh spin on the beloved Mario sports franchise, utilizing the enhanced capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2.
The title is packed with content, new mechanics, and a robust character roster, aiming to captivate both returning players and newcomers to the series. Critical reception for Mario Tennis Fever has been generally favorable, with several outlets praising its innovations and overall gameplay depth.
Nintendo Insider awarded the game a 90 out of 100, stating that Mario Tennis Fever is the franchise's best sports outing since the GameCube era.
They highlighted its abundance of unlockable content and the introduction of a dynamic racket system that brings competitive excitement they described as a “triumphant start” for Nintendo Switch 2. Destructoid rated the game an 80, commending its fresh gameplay mechanics, expanded roster, and enhanced visuals for Nintendo’s new hardware.
Reviewers noted that while the Adventure Mode could use improvement, the variety of modes and an addictive gameplay loop make Mario Tennis Fever a compelling experience with strong replay value. Nintendo Life echoed these sentiments with an 80, declaring it their favorite entry in the series to date.
The review lauded the title's successful blend of chaotic Mario-style action and legitimate tennis strategy.
Although the Adventure Mode and single-player offerings were seen as lacking, the reviewer emphasized the depth and online competitiveness that should keep fans engaged long-term. Siliconera also gave an 80, recognizing disappointment with the campaign but praising the Fever Rackets mechanic and diverse play styles available.
They noted the inventive use of special abilities and innovative game modes, highlighting Camelot’s ability to evolve the Mario sports formula and build effectively on the successes of Mario Tennis Aces. More mixed opinions came from IGN, which assigned a score of 70.
The review pointed out the game’s enjoyment when played with friends and its lively character selection, but criticized the Adventure Mode as an uninspired tutorial.
VGC offered a score of 60, acknowledging Mario Tennis Fever as another solid title from Camelot, but noting a brief single-player campaign and gameplay balance concerns. Mario Tennis Fever is scheduled to release on Nintendo Switch 2 later this week, continuing Nintendo and Camelot’s long-standing tradition of delivering accessible, engaging sports titles to a wide audience.
With its balanced gameplay, innovative features, and favorable critical reception, Mario Tennis Fever aims to set a new standard for Mario sports games on Nintendo’s latest console.
This aggregate score, determined from 70 critic reviews as of this writing, positions Nintendo and Camelot's latest entry above its predecessor, Mario Tennis Aces, which holds a score of 75. Mario Tennis Fever, developed by longtime series collaborator Camelot and published by Nintendo, offers a fresh spin on the beloved Mario sports franchise, utilizing the enhanced capabilities of the Nintendo Switch 2.
The title is packed with content, new mechanics, and a robust character roster, aiming to captivate both returning players and newcomers to the series. Critical reception for Mario Tennis Fever has been generally favorable, with several outlets praising its innovations and overall gameplay depth.
Nintendo Insider awarded the game a 90 out of 100, stating that Mario Tennis Fever is the franchise's best sports outing since the GameCube era.
They highlighted its abundance of unlockable content and the introduction of a dynamic racket system that brings competitive excitement they described as a “triumphant start” for Nintendo Switch 2. Destructoid rated the game an 80, commending its fresh gameplay mechanics, expanded roster, and enhanced visuals for Nintendo’s new hardware.
Reviewers noted that while the Adventure Mode could use improvement, the variety of modes and an addictive gameplay loop make Mario Tennis Fever a compelling experience with strong replay value. Nintendo Life echoed these sentiments with an 80, declaring it their favorite entry in the series to date.
The review lauded the title's successful blend of chaotic Mario-style action and legitimate tennis strategy.
Although the Adventure Mode and single-player offerings were seen as lacking, the reviewer emphasized the depth and online competitiveness that should keep fans engaged long-term. Siliconera also gave an 80, recognizing disappointment with the campaign but praising the Fever Rackets mechanic and diverse play styles available.
They noted the inventive use of special abilities and innovative game modes, highlighting Camelot’s ability to evolve the Mario sports formula and build effectively on the successes of Mario Tennis Aces. More mixed opinions came from IGN, which assigned a score of 70.
The review pointed out the game’s enjoyment when played with friends and its lively character selection, but criticized the Adventure Mode as an uninspired tutorial.
VGC offered a score of 60, acknowledging Mario Tennis Fever as another solid title from Camelot, but noting a brief single-player campaign and gameplay balance concerns. Mario Tennis Fever is scheduled to release on Nintendo Switch 2 later this week, continuing Nintendo and Camelot’s long-standing tradition of delivering accessible, engaging sports titles to a wide audience.
With its balanced gameplay, innovative features, and favorable critical reception, Mario Tennis Fever aims to set a new standard for Mario sports games on Nintendo’s latest console.
