Mario Tennis Fever Review: A Slice of Fun with a Fever Twist
Fever Pitch tennis
In the ever-expanding world of Mario sports, “Mario Tennis Fever” for Nintendo Switch 2 is the latest offering that puts a fresh twist on the classic racket-swinging action. But does it serve up an ace or simply lob a lackluster performance?
New rackets shake up the game
What sets “Mario Tennis Fever” apart from its predecessors is the introduction of “Fever Rackets.” These 30 unique rackets each have their own special effects, from setting parts of the court on fire to summoning slippery ice, rotating fireballs, or even defensive piranha plants. To use these special rackets, players must build up a “Fever” bar through regular rallies, adding an extra layer of strategy to matches.
The adventure problem
For solo players, “Mario Tennis Fever” offers a variety of modes, including tournaments, mission towers, and a ish adventure mode. However, the adventure mode, which revolves around transforming characters into babies and saving Princess Daisy, lacks the challenge and depth to keep players engaged for long.
Great fun, especially with friends
Where “Mario Tennis Fever” truly shines is in its multiplayer mode. Whether playing locally or online, ranked or friendly, up to four players can enjoy the chaos that the Fever rackets bring to the court. The controls are easy to pick up, and even using the Joycon like a traditional racket is possible.
“Mario Tennis Fever” doesn’t have many surprises in store for series fans, but the core gameplay remains solid, and the Fever rackets add new layers of fun and strategy. While the solo experience may be short-lived, the multiplayer mode is where this game truly serves up an ace.
Final Score
- Gameplay: 8/10 – Solid tennis mechanics with exciting Fever racket additions
- Solo Experience: 6/10 – Decent variety but lacks depth and challenge
- Multiplayer: 9/10 – Great fun, especially with friends, thanks to intuitive controls and Fever rackets
- Overall: 7.5/10
Mario Tennis Fever is available now for Nintendo Switch 2, priced at €69.99 with an age rating of 6 years.