Mario Tennis
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😊 8.4/10
(GameBoy Color - PAL, Sports)
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Developed_By:
Camelot Software Planning
Published_By:
Nintendo
Released On:
01 Nov 2000
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Mario Tennis for the Game Boy Color is a unique experience compared to its N64 counterpart. In addition to the core gameplay found in the N64 version, the GBC version features an RPG-style world that allows you to progress through the ranks at the Royal Tennis Academy.
The main mode, Mario Tennis , has you starting off as a Rookie with low stats. By completing training programs and defeating other students, you're able to gain experience points, which allow you to boost your tennis stats. When you're not playing tennis, you can spend time wandering the Academy grounds: talking to other students, or just taking in the sights and sounds.
In addition to the main game, there's also an exhibition mode (singles or doubles) for quick-play. And, if you get tired of playing the computer, the game supports the Game Link Cable for play against a friend.
ASIN:
B000056WXG (United Kingdom)
Part #:
CGB-BM8P-AUS (Australia)
Nintendo Media PN:
CGB-BM8P-EUR (United Kingdom)
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Number of Players Supported:
1-2 Players
Miscellaneous Attributes:
Transfer Pak, Multi-Link Cable, Battery Backed RAM
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Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
Controls
Control Pad
Move (During Games)
Control Pad (diagonally)
Less severe shot angle (During Games)
SELECT
Cancel charge
START
Pause game
A Button
Topspin serve (During Games)
B Button
Slice serve (During Games)
A or B
Toss the ball to serve
A + B
Flat shot
B Button (hold)
Run (On World Map)
How to Play
GETTING STARTED
Get ready to serve up some smashing tennis fun!
Getting to the Main Menu
Properly insert your Mario Tennis Game Pak into your Game Boy Color system, then turn the power ON. After the opening video sequence, the Title Screen will appear. Press START to go to the Main Menu.
Opening
Awesome Opponents!
Title Screen
MARIO TENNIS
START
© 2000 Nintendo/CAMELOT
Main Menu
MAIN MENU
EXHIBITION
Player Profiles, Part 1
The Costello Brothers
Factory Team
This duo attacks fiercely with earth-shattering shots. Can you match the power of the "Coz" Brothers?
MENU SCREENS
Make it a point to check out all of the modes!
Exhibition
Try out your skills in a practice match. Keep practicing until you've mastered the game!
Beginning an Exhibition Match
1. PLAY MENU
2. GAMES
6. GAMES
1. SET
3. SETS
5. SETS
Three-Set Match.
2 SELECT A CHARACTER
Opponent's Partner
1P
2C
3C
4C
LV 1
CONTROL
Go to pg. 8.
1 Choose Settings
Use the + Control Pad to select the style of match (singles or doubles), the number of games per set (two or six), and the number of sets per match (one, three or five). When you have chosen your settings, press the A Button.
2 Choose Characters
Pick a character you've created yourself or any of the other available characters. (You can create up to six of your own characters.) If you are going to play a doubles match, choose your character (1P), your partner (3C), your opponent (2C), and your opponent's partner (4C).
3 Choose a Court
Select one of the four types of courts. The ball speed and amount of bounce will differ for each type.
HARD
Hard Court
Concrete covered with rubber.
Ball speed ---- Normal
Bounce ---- Strong
CLAY
Clay Court
Covered with hard clay.
Ball speed ----→ Slow
Bounce ---- Weak
GRASS
Grass Court
Covered with natural grass.
Ball speed ----→ Fast
Bounce ----➡ Weak
COMPOSITION
Composition Court
Covered with artificial turf.
Ball speed ---- Fastest
Bounce ----> Normal
3 SELECT A COURT
HARD
CLAY
HARD COURT
GRASS
Now get ready to play!
Once you've chosen a court, the game will begin. If you play with a character you created, you could earn Experience Points (EXP Pts)-but only if you win! (See pg. 13.)
Mario Tour
You've just been accepted to the Royal Tennis Academy! Talk to the coaches, use the facilities and train your character to be the best around.
Joining the Mario Tour
1 Choose a Save File
Use the + Control Pad to select a save file on the Main Menu, then press the A Button to continue.
2 Choose a Character
Press left and right on the + Control Pad to choose a character. Press START to make him or her right-handed ("R") or left-handed ("L"), then press the A Button to check stats. If you like the looks of your character, select Yes, then press the A Button. If not, choose No to pick another character.
Go to pg. 10.
3 Enter a Name
Use the + Control Pad to choose a letter, then press the A Button to enter it. You may enter up to seven letters for your character's name. When you're finished, repeat steps 1, 2 and 3 to choose your partner.
4 Join the Mario Tour!
Once you've entered your partner's name, the Mario Tour will begin. You're just about to enter the Royal Tennis Academy...
Player Profiles, Part 2
Sammi & Sean
Union Academy
The confident Sammi and quiet Sean make the perfect pair. Be careful, or you'll be forced to match their style—and there's no beating them at their own game!
Spike & Elden
Empire Academy
This clever couple calculates all the possibilities before making a move. There are even rumors that Spike can recite pi out to the 10,000th decimal place.
Saving and Continuing
There are two ways to save your game in the Mario Tour. The save method you use will determine how you continue the next time you play.
Saving From the Pause Menu
You can pause your game, then choose Save on the Pause Menu. If you save your game this way, a screen like the one on the right will appear the next time you play. To continue from where you left off, choose Yes, then press the A Button. If you choose No, your saved game will be lost.
Going Home for the Day
You can also save your progress by returning to your dorm room and talking to your partner. The next time you play, a screen like the one on the right will appear. Choose singles or doubles, then continue your game from your dorm room.
Attending the Academy
You'll love everything the Royal Tennis Academy has to offer!
Training Center
The Training Center is full of cutting-edge training
Tips & Maps
Press Twice for More Power!
Press the A or B Button twice in a row for a shot that's more powerful. The colored trajectories for topspin and slice shots will appear only when you have pressed the button twice.
Topspin
A Button. This shot flies on a high trajectory, landing in your opponent's court with lots of bounce. Its trajectory is orange.
Slice
B Button. This shot has a low trajectory, landing with little bounce. Its trajectory is blue.
Flat Shot
A + B. This fast shot flies in a straight line. Its trajectory is pink.
Lob
A ➜ B. This shot flies on a very high trajectory toward the rear of your opponent's court. Its trajectory has no color.
Enemies & Characters
Alex
A promising new student at the Royal Tennis Academy, Alex is incredibly speedy on the court and mischievous when he puts his mind to it.
Nina
An energetic tomboy who enjoys practical jokes, Nina recently entered the Academy with the goal of becoming the world's greatest tennis player.
Harry
Alex's roommate and doubles partner, Harry's trademarks are his macho attitude and piercing gaze, making him a formidable team with Alex's speed.
Kate
Nina's roommate and doubles partner, Kate dances beautifully across the court, hypnotizing any opponent like a butterfly in the breeze.
Kevin
Kevin forms one of the Academy's top doubles teams and is a varsity team member and coach for new students.
Emily
Emily forms one of the Academy's top doubles teams and is a varsity team member and coach for new students.
Mark
Mark is one of the Academy's top-and most confident-players, as well as a varsity team member and coach for new students.
Mario
An All-Around type, Mario can easily deal with any style of play, even Bowser's.
Peach
A Technique type, Peach is proud of her ball control, and for good reason.
Baby Mario
A Speed type, Baby Mario can dash up, down, and across the court in the blink of an eye despite his short legs.
Luigi
An All-Around type, Luigi has a good balance of skills that is on par with his older brother's.
Donkey Kong
A Power type, this big ape packs a powerful shot.
Wario
A Power type, Wario overwhelms opponents with his mighty serve.
Bowser
A Power type, Bowser throws his might around at every chance, especially on the court.
Yoshi
A Speed type, Yoshi can reach almost any ball with his super-quick reaction time.
Waluigi
A Technique type, Waluigi can return even the most difficult-to-reach shots with his long, spaghetti-like limbs.
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