Gameloft and Old Skull Games have confirmed that Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! will arrive for Nintendo Switch both at retail and digitally via the Nintendo eShop worldwide on 28 May 2026.
The title is a console reimagining of the original mobile arcade tennis experience, rebuilt with refined controls, deeper gameplay systems and what developers describe as a "premium polish" for the portable home console.
Background and platform details
Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! brings a roster of classic and contemporary Nickelodeon characters to the court, including SpongeBob from SpongeBob SquarePants, CatDog from CatDog and Aang from Avatar: The Last Airbender.
Each character reportedly has distinct personalities, signature abilities and customisation options such as outfits and equipment.
The game targets social play, with design focused on couch co-op and fast, arcade-style matches designed for family and friends.
Developer perspectives (paraphrased)
Gameloft’s chief sales officer Guilherme Lachaut said the release represents a significant step for the franchise and for Gameloft’s publishing ambitions.
He explained that, in close collaboration with Old Skull Games, the teams worked to adapt and expand the mobile experience into a richer version suitable for console and PC players, placing a strong emphasis on robust gameplay and cooperative play.
Old Skull Games producer Camille Decressain said the studio’s priority was making a game that is immediately fun to pick up and that rewards playing together.
Decressain highlighted a focus on shared moments, friendly competition and the fast-paced energy of arcade sports while remaining true to Nickelodeon’s playful tone.
Modes and features
The title will offer a range of match types, from quick exhibition games to chaotic arcade-style challenges intended to keep local multiplayer sessions lively.
Developers have emphasised accessibility and social play, with customization and character-specific mechanics intended to add depth for repeat play.
Release and coverage
Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! launches worldwide on Nintendo Switch (retail and Nintendo eShop) on 28 May 2026.
Coverage of the game will continue as launch approaches; this article was prepared by Alex Seedhouse, a longtime Nintendo specialist with 16 years covering the company and its platforms.
The title is a console reimagining of the original mobile arcade tennis experience, rebuilt with refined controls, deeper gameplay systems and what developers describe as a "premium polish" for the portable home console.
Background and platform details
Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! brings a roster of classic and contemporary Nickelodeon characters to the court, including SpongeBob from SpongeBob SquarePants, CatDog from CatDog and Aang from Avatar: The Last Airbender.
Each character reportedly has distinct personalities, signature abilities and customisation options such as outfits and equipment.
The game targets social play, with design focused on couch co-op and fast, arcade-style matches designed for family and friends.
Developer perspectives (paraphrased)
Gameloft’s chief sales officer Guilherme Lachaut said the release represents a significant step for the franchise and for Gameloft’s publishing ambitions.
He explained that, in close collaboration with Old Skull Games, the teams worked to adapt and expand the mobile experience into a richer version suitable for console and PC players, placing a strong emphasis on robust gameplay and cooperative play.
Old Skull Games producer Camille Decressain said the studio’s priority was making a game that is immediately fun to pick up and that rewards playing together.
Decressain highlighted a focus on shared moments, friendly competition and the fast-paced energy of arcade sports while remaining true to Nickelodeon’s playful tone.
Modes and features
The title will offer a range of match types, from quick exhibition games to chaotic arcade-style challenges intended to keep local multiplayer sessions lively.
Developers have emphasised accessibility and social play, with customization and character-specific mechanics intended to add depth for repeat play.
Release and coverage
Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! launches worldwide on Nintendo Switch (retail and Nintendo eShop) on 28 May 2026.
Coverage of the game will continue as launch approaches; this article was prepared by Alex Seedhouse, a longtime Nintendo specialist with 16 years covering the company and its platforms.