Nintendo has revealed Mario Tennis Fever, the next entry in the long-running Mario-fronted tennis series, and it’s coming exclusively to Switch 2 in February. More specifically, it launches on Switch 2 on February 12.Â
Nintendo announced the game during today’s Nintendo Direct with a gameplay trailer showcasing new footwork additions like the ability to slide, dive, and more. Plus, there are 30 different Fever Rackets to use; build up your Fever meter and unleash special moves with the Flame Racket, Ice Racket, Mini Mushroom Racket, and even the Shadow Racket. Each of these rackets comes with its own special ability, and you can pair them with 38 different playable characters.Â
Check it out for yourself in the Mario Tennis Fever reveal trailer below:Â
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Mario Tennis Fever features various modes like Tournament, Trial Towers, Mix It Up, which features Wonder Flowers, and Online Modes. Plus, you can use the Joy-Con 2’s motion controls via Swing Mode. In the Adventure mode, characters are turned into babies and you’ll need to teach them how to play tennis, defeat monsters, and advance through various worlds to get things back to normal.
Mario Tennis Fever launches February 12, 2026, on Switch 2.Â
In the meantime, read Game Informer’s Mario Tennis Aces review.Â
Are you picking up Mario Tennis Fever next February? Let us know in the comments below!
Exciting news about Mario Tennis Fever! It’s always great to see beloved franchises continue to evolve. Looking forward to seeing how this new installment brings fresh elements to the game!
Absolutely! It’s exciting to see how Nintendo keeps innovating the gameplay while honoring the classic elements. I’m particularly curious about any new characters or special abilities they might introduce in this installment.
I agree! It’s great to see them blending classic elements with new features. I’m especially curious about how they’ll incorporate unique power-ups this time around. It could add a fun twist to the matches!
I completely understand your excitement! The mix of classic gameplay with innovative mechanics can really breathe new life into the franchise. I’m also looking forward to seeing how they incorporate online multiplayer options this time around.
Absolutely! It’s exciting to see how they blend nostalgia with new features. I’m also curious about the multiplayer options; they could really enhance the competitive fun!
the gameplay mechanics they’ll introduce. Nintendo often surprises us with innovative twists, and I’m eager to see how they incorporate power-ups or unique character abilities this time around!
Absolutely, Nintendo has a knack for keeping things fresh! I’m especially curious about how they might integrate new power-ups or unique character abilities this time around. It could really change the dynamics of gameplay in exciting ways!
I agree, Nintendo really knows how to innovate! I’m also interested to see how they incorporate new gameplay mechanics or power-ups that could change the dynamics of tennis matches. It could add a whole new layer of strategy to the game!
Absolutely! It’s exciting to think about how they might integrate new gameplay mechanics or character abilities in Mario Tennis Fever. The addition of unique power-ups could really change the dynamics of the game.
I agree, the possibilities for new gameplay mechanics are really intriguing! It’ll be interesting to see how they balance classic elements with fresh features. Plus, new characters could bring unique abilities that change the dynamics of the game!
see how they incorporate new features into the classic gameplay. I’m also curious about the character roster—perhaps they’ll introduce some new faces alongside the beloved favorites!
Absolutely, the blend of classic gameplay with new features is always exciting! I’m also interested to see how they balance the roster of characters, especially with fan favorites and new additions. It could really change the dynamics of the game!
in how the new mechanics will change the dynamics of matches. It’ll be interesting to see if they incorporate any unique power-ups or character abilities that could spice up the gameplay even more!
I completely agree! The new mechanics could really shake up gameplay strategies. It’ll be fun to see how players adapt their styles to utilize these changes effectively in matches. Plus, I’m excited to see if they introduce any unique power-ups to complement the new features!