Virtua Tennis 4

by Sega

• Full 1:1 compatibility with PlayStation Move recognizes every movement of the motion controller for a true-to-life tennis experience.
• Players challenge each other from around the world using new online center matchmaking and tournament play.
• The brand new Match Momentum feature makes for more dramatic matches.
• The crazy Virtua Tennis series' signature mini-games are now in available in multiplayer mode and online.
• Lineup. of 22 players includes Nadal, Federer, Murray, Sharapova, Williams, Djokovic, Ivanovic, Del Potro, Wozniacki and more
• In building up their Match Momentum gauge over the course of a match, players revel in their improved abilities and confidence.

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B004L9F9U2
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 5.3 x 0.6 inches ; 4 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: May 10, 2011
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,150 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #38 in Video Games > PlayStation 3 > Games > Sports

Product Description

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Virtua Tennis 4 is a tennis simulation game featuring 22 of the current top male and female players from the ATP and WTA tennis tours. Along with classic Virtua Tennis tournament style action, Virtua Tennis 4 for PlayStation 3 features full PlayStation Move functionality, allowing players to experience the game at an even higher level as they swing through forehands, backhands, serves, overheads and more, just as if they were on court. Additional features include: Stereoscopic 3D technology, new online matchmaking and tournament play, a brand-new world tour and more.

Virtua Tennis returns with the hottest ATP and WTA players, 40 courts and PlayStation Move functionality.
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Take a Swing with PlayStation Move

The best-selling tennis series is back in time for the lion's share of the Grand Slam season with revolutionary new features and an all-star lineup. And with the PlayStation 3 version of the game the developers of the original Virtua Tennis are taking the world of competitive tennis to a new level using evolutionary 3D support and PlayStation Move functionality. With these innovative technologies, players will compete in true 1:1 motion compatibility for the first time.

The Top Players of Today's Game

Virtua Tennis 4 features 40 breathtaking courts from around with world as well as 22 of the world's top tennis stars from the ATP and WTA tour rosters. A sampling of players include men's Grand Slam champions and contenders like Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic, Juan Martin Del Potro, Andy Murray and Gael Monfils, as well as Maria Sharapova, Venus Williams, Caroline Wozniacki and Anna Ivanovic from the women's side of the draw. All will play their hearts out for a shot at the championship title, in dramatic TV-style camera action. A brand new Career Mode promises hours of fun in the quest for the top ranking, while the new online hub will be the go-to place for fans who want to compete with other Virtua Tennis stars from around the world.

Key Game Features

• Stereoscopic 3D – The all-new 3D experience looks stunning and immerses players in the competition.
• PlayStation Move – Full 1:1 compatibility with PlayStation Move recognizes every movement of the motion controller for a true-to-life tennis experience.
• New Online Center – Players challenge each other from around the world using online matchmaking and tournament play.
• Match Momentum - This brand new on-court feature makes for more dramatic matches. In building up their Match Momentum gauge over the course of a match, players revel in their improved abilities and confidence.
• Mini-Games – The crazy Virtua Tennis series' signature mini-games are now in available in multiplayer mode and online.
• Brand New World Tour – Players take their customizable tennis pros into the big leagues where every decision they make affects their career path.
• All-Star Lineup. of 22 Players – Includes Nadal, Federer, Murray, Sharapova, Williams, Djokovic, Ivanovic, Del Potro, Wozniacki and more

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Product Description

Virtua Tennis 4 (PS3)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Despite bad reviews... tried it -- I'm glad I did! November 2, 2011

By OJ Silk

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I play 6-10 hours a week of real tennis & have played a lot of tennis video games (Top Spin 1-4, Grand Slam Tennis & Virtua Tennis 1-3). I read a lot of negative reviews on this game (although some found it fun). As for me, I was looking for a tennis game I could use the Move with -- since I found a cheap $49 Move Bundle w/Tiger Woods 12 & enjoyed Grand Slam Tennis on the Wii (my favorite tennis game). While Top Spin 4 is a good sim, it's not good using the Move controller. Despite the negative reviews of VT4, I sensed that people enjoyed the Move controls & simply didn't like that it wasn't available in career mode (the back of the box does clearly indicate Move support for exibition & party games only). Anyways, found the game for $20 bucks so I bought it and here are my impressions:

1) Unique Move Tennis experience. Yes it's only supported in exhibition but it's fun. Some people, like me -- are looking for simple controls and 30 minutes of pick-up & play fun. That's what you get here.
3) Good old Arcade fun. Cool ground strokes and slams. Overall good graphics. Not too complicated -- simple controls.
3) Nice roster -- Federer, Nadal, Djokovic, Murray, Del Potro plus legends and a better women's roster than TS4.
4) Those looking for a realistic tennis sim, you'll be pleased with Top Spin 4 or wait for Grand Slam Tennis 2.
5) You can get it cheap. Good fun for $20 bucks (even on release day, Amazon.com sold it for $32 instead of $49).

I gave it 5 stars due to fun and value.

19 of 23 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars true 1:1 motion control (motion control review) May 13, 2011

By Louie the Italian Jew TOP 100 REVIEWER

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Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

Length: 3:39 Mins

Amazon sells it for $32.49 with free shipping. For that price, give it a shot. Motion control works better than Top Spin 4 PS3 and Racquet Sports.

I go into further detail in my video review.

Main positive is that VT4 implements 1:1 VERY well.
Main negative is that there isn't a tournament mode for Move players.

Please check out the video review for further details.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Classic arcadey VT tennis May 18, 2011

By Phantasmagoria

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Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I played many rounds of both VT1 & 2 for the dreamcast. The refined simple controls and time killing minigames of those two titles are replicated well in this new version. The graphics are a bit of a throwback but aren't that bad just a little rough. If you came for a full fledged MOVE experience you will be disappointed the bite sized exhibition and party game portion of the game controls well but is over quickly. I don't mind as it really feels like an extra and I don't think I want to play every match with move support (the option would be nice). The controls however open up the possibility for the next game in the series to really take advantage of 1:1 movement control. I like the standard dual shock control and for the roughly 30.00 price tag feel as though I got a game that will keep me coming back, progressing through the difficulty levels of the excellent career mode and engaging in some local multiplayer. If you are a fan of the series and its tilt to the arcade side of things then this shouldn't disappoint but don't expect much out of the MOVE control until the next game. 3&1/2 stars rounded up.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Very fun! Some flaws January 18, 2012

By ozmiga2011

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Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   

Recently I was remembering my old N64 and playing Mario Tennis. I started looking into tennis games to look for an arcade style game that could satisfy my hunger for a simple and fun tennis video game like Mario Tennis. I heard VT4 was an arcadey tennis game so I figured it would be somewhat similar. This game is fun, its easy and kind of cheesy sometimes but its very fun. Its not a hardcore tennis sim, its just a simple pick up and play game. The world tour is OK but you spend way too much time moving around the board game type map, and it makes it a bit annoying. The arcade mode and exhibition modes are very fun, straight to the point. The roster is great and you can also create your own player for the World Tour and use it in the other modes. Haven't played online yet or with the MOVE but I heard it works great, Move only available for exhibition mode I believe. The music is also annoying but it can be turned off. I would have liked to have the option to use a personalized soundtrack like with Sports Champions, but its a minor thing.

In the end, if you want a simple, fun, and addictive tennis game a la Mario Tennis 64 then Virtua Tennis is just that. Very fun and highly recommended if that is the case. If you want a sim type game, then get Top Spin.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent game VT4 December 23, 2011

By BPLUAS

Amazon Verified Purchase

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

Good game, much better than the previous version, better graphics and more friendly and dynamic environment. The players, courts, and challenges are better, despite being short the game is very cool

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars not as bad as people say but... June 23, 2011

By Shavy Shav

Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   

...not as good as the realism of Topspin4. Still fun with arcade-style enjoyment, fun mini games and world tour mode, but definitely not a representation of real tennis. if you want to get this, wait until it's under $20. you might play for a couple months then get sick of it. overall fun for a short while: great graphics, good sound, poor representation of real tennis, good for under $20.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Way better than previous versions July 21, 2011

By pztawil

Amazon Verified Purchase

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

This version is way better than the previous,

More realistic gameplay,
Online play makes the game more challenging,
Online play puts you in touch with friends
World tour is designed better than before
Move option is good for friends