"When you buy a new Nintendo device, there are a few things you can expect: namely, some excellent Super Mario, Pokémon, and Legend of Zelda games, and maybe a great Animal Crossing, Mario Kart, or Smash Bros. The question mark has always been the other stuff. But with the Switch 2, it doesn't seem like that will be a problem; its upcoming lineup already seems surprisingly strong."
"There are a few reasons for this optimistic outlook. One is a more reliable output from the company's seemingly smaller releases, like this week's launch of Mario Tennis Fever. As with the rest of the series, Fever is to real tennis what Mario Kart is to real racing. Which is to say, it's ridiculous, adding in all kinds of wacky power-ups and characters that turn it into a chaotic mess that is perfect for playing with friends."
Nintendo buyers can reliably expect major franchises like Super Mario, Pokémon, and The Legend of Zelda, with surprises coming from smaller releases. The Switch 2’s early lineup appears strong thanks in part to consistent, well-made mid-tier titles. Mario Tennis Fever exemplifies that approach by blending arcade antics with accessible multiplayer gameplay. The game pairs basic tournaments with a tower-challenge mode, a Wii Sports–style motion option, and a single-player story where Mario relearns tennis after being turned into a baby. Those features combine into a robust, chaotic package suited for social play and platform support.
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