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Sega Superstars Tennis

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Sega Superstar Tennis combines a variety of tennis games with a big mix of mini-games and multiplayer games, set in the variety of worlds in the Sega Universe. It really is quite a lot of fun!

First, give yourself a little time to get used to the controls. When you hit the ball, you have to fully stop THEN hit with the spin / direction you want.

Once you get the hang of that, this game is really a lot of fun. My boyfriend was a high end tennis player in his teens, while I have never played "real" tennis. So we're at different ends of the spectrum. We would be playing together against a pair of computer opponents and he'd be calling out for me to do something, and I'd have NO idea what he meant :)

So for me, sure I know the basics of tennis, and I could get a certain way through the games. For him, he was doing the "moving chess game" and succeeding quite nicely. The game rewards a knowledge of strategy.

There are a variety of mini-games set in the various worlds which are quite fun. We've played pretty much all the Sega games here, so it was a lot of fun for example to go into the Jet Set Radio world and play the minigames there. Sometimes they were straightforward - like playing tennis on a Jet Set Radio themed court. Other times they were more esoteric, like hitting tennis balls to land in the right spots on a "tag" on the other side of the court. You even have to grab the right color paint can first, and "paint" in the various letters of the tag properly.

Depending on the world you're in, sometimes you're gatherings rings, sometimes you're avoiding zombies, sometimes you're rebounding bombs. There really is a nice combination of games to play. Not only that, but in many of the games you're really learning skills that serve you well in the main tennis games. Your skill at aiming when you hit those zombies in the head does quite nicely when you go back to take on a "regular" tennis opponent.

I think if you've played the Sega games then you really get an extra level of appreciation here. For example, I love Jet Set Radio. Being able to play a bunch of fun mini-games in the JSR world, with the sound, look and feel of it was quite neat. I also love how they customized each court to really use the graphic style of the world. The Jet Set Radio court has a construction-fence-orange net with little construction lights hanging on it. The Sonic net is metal chain grid. You get a waterfall net, a wood slat net, and more. All of them have fully "active" backgrounds too with appropriate spectators and environments.

Complaints? That stop-then-hit was quite annoying, they could have done better with the controls for that. Also, the ball is yellow and often blends in with the background. Especially on the water court, the ball is almost invisible.

Also, you would think that going into one of their "worlds" would mean you're always playing "in that world" (thematically). For example when you're in the Sonic world you're playing on cool Sonic levels. However, when you unlock the Golden Axe world, you go in and start your minigame in ... the Curien Mansion theme. It's a bit disappointing.

Still, we are almost pretty much burnt out on sports games here, having played so many over the years, and we really did enjoy this. The graphic themes were very well done, the gameplay was fun, and the range of game options was quite nice. It's a game that you can play with someone young or old and find something to have a good time with. You can play solo, or the mutiplayer games are great fun for friends and family. True tennis fans might find playing with little Sonic characters or Jet Set Radio dudes a bit cartooney, but really, the game does know its tennis and poses a healthy challenge.

Highly recommended!

A simple and fun game from Sega. Especially good for kids. Only 3 buttons to use. Great for XBOX beginners. My kids enjoyed the SEGA characters, they knew some of them from their Ninetendo DS games. You can't beat this for the price on Amazon. Eight bucks for a lot of fun. Game graphics are not the 2010 blockbuster style, but you don't need that here, graphics are excellent for the style of game.

SEGA Superstars Tennis is bright graphically, somewhat dull in most other respects. Had it been designed for the 360/PS3 exclusively the graphics would probably have a lot more detail than they already do; it feels like it has a case of Xbox1/Wii-itis. It's good fan service but as a game seems more like a $39.99 title. "Travellers Tales" style production values mixed with Virtua Tennis 3 controls; which isn't a bad thing just a bit generic. Certain courses seem to have either slowdown or a slower framerate, not sure which but it's a bit annoying. Overall the game is fun but a bit shallow, it's basically what I expected but had hoped for a lot more I guess.

7/10 so far, better than the past couple of Sonic Team games at least.

I got this for free and was absolutely stunned by the quality on display here. It has an arcade feel that's very addictive. There's a lot of fun mini-games that represent a lot of SEGA's classic gaming titles. There's not much to say about the game, as it's pretty basic overall, but it's really enjoyable and super affordable. I definitely recommend giving this title a go. Heck, I would've gladly spent money on this when it released had I known that it was so good.

I love this game its great for all ages im 22 & im sure i enjoy it just as much as my 7 yr old niece! Sonic will never get old :)

Who would have thought that a tennis game on the Xbox 360 would be so much fun! I had so much fun with this game constantly trying to beat all the levels! I just wish the online multiplayer base was larger. Not many people play it.

As a Dreamcast fan, games like Sega Superstars Tennis is a treasure. The inclusion of Ulala from Space Channel 5 and Jet Set Radio are awesome. Planet Superstars has a good variety of mini-game challenges mixed in with tennis matches, and most are really fun... only a few are very difficult. There is a lot to unlock, so the game has a casual appeal but seems to have good depth as well. The controls are a little weird, but it's easy to get use to them: you press the button(s) and then quickly indicate the direction; when you press the button(s) before the shot is not important. My only complaint is that is unclear what is necessary to complete in order to unlock things. There are "unlockable prize" notifications, but they appear for only some unlocks.

I had tried the Wii version of Sega Superstars Tennis, and I was really disappointed with the controls and graphics. I have no similar complaints about the Xbox 360 edition.

I'll close with a little tip, correcting a typo in the instructions for controlling a computer partner in a doubles match: press LB/RB buttons to cycle through whether they play close to the net, the base, or automatic.

I have had my xbox 360 for two months now and have several games for it, however this is the game that I play the most. I love sonic and I love games where playing against the computer can be fun and a challenge at times, this one delivers just that.
I enjoy the tennis themed mini games and unlocking the new levels to this game. Sometimes it takes me awhile to win, but I always have fun. I think for kids this is hands down one of the best games to get them. It would be a fun party game for kids seeing as the matches don't take long and they could easily switch in and out.
The graphics aren't great, but I am not about having the best graphics, I want to have fun even if it is playing an old school system just for the fun factor. This game gives you the fun factor. And while xbox 360 seems to be cranking out more kid friendly games in the meantime this one is a must have for families with small kids.
The gameplay is simple. A lot of button smashing, but you do have to move your character to the right spot and press the button at just the right time in order to hit the ball so you do have to work for it. As you advance thru the tournaments it can get a little tricky and just when you think you have it they may surprise you.

If you have kids wanting to play a game on the 360 go pick up a copy of this, it is a cheap deal for all the fun you could have playing it with young ones.

No one is playing this online, which is a shame, but makes sense i guess. I bought a copy for six on here, thats dollars.....and for the price it was great. Good graphics, easy controls, anyone can pick up and play it. I tried to play online several times all hours of the day, no luck. So, for the money, i bought another copy for my brother, i haven't given it to him yet, but for the money, the two copies, and to have someone to play with its worth it. Good for kids, easy, cartoon characters, safe and non-violent...I recommend it

What you would think is a kids game and just a great game to pick up and play and have fun. Is not so much. This game is difficult, which makes it a good game if you want a challenge, but not what I was expecting.