Top Spin 3

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  • Summary: Top Spin 3 immerses players in a visually and physically realistic tennis experience. Using next generation technology, gameplay and graphics, Top Spin 3 is a tennis experience with dynamic weather changes, evolutionary player visuals and comprehensive online offerings. In Top Spin 3,Top Spin 3 immerses players in a visually and physically realistic tennis experience. Using next generation technology, gameplay and graphics, Top Spin 3 is a tennis experience with dynamic weather changes, evolutionary player visuals and comprehensive online offerings. In Top Spin 3, players compete online and offline to rise in the ranks against current top ranked professional players. [2K Sports]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. IGN
    80
    Top Spin 3 is what Top Spin 2 was a year ago, but with a playable speed, and a frame rate that’ll deliver on what your imagination sees as you stare at the back of the box at your local game store. It’s a tiny Top Spin experience, but it has the rhythm, tight control, and addictive nature of its console counterparts this time around.
  2. AceGamez
    80
    Top Spin 3 is a great example of how to make a serious sports game. It has all the facts, figures and strenuous exercise but presents them in a way that's accessible and entertaining for all.
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  3. Pocket Gamer UK
    70
    Though suffering from weak visuals and slightly ponderous pace, Top Spin 3's tight controls and involving career mode see it challenging at the top of the DS tennis rankings.
  4. Modojo
    60
    Top Spin 3 isn't flashy, but it's fun, and if you need a tennis game for DS, this one is aces in our book.
  5. Nintendo Gamer
    60
    Newcomers should steer clear. [Oct 2008, p.77]
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  6. PALGN
    60
    Top Spin 3 features an improved frame rate and enhanced Career mode over last year’s Top Spin 2. Unfortunately, the game’s AI is overly difficult and the visuals are bland. On the plus side, the multiplayer mode is solid, there are a decent number of mini-games on offer, and the controls are easy to pick up.
  7. n-Revolution Magazine UK
    50
    Tennis with the fun taken out, although some may appreciate the realism. [Issue#26, p.79]
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  1. MarkR
    Jul 15, 2008
    9
    Gotta agree with Suz B... This is the best tennis on the DS, and a real improvement over Topspin 2. If you are a fan of the Topspin series atGotta agree with Suz B... This is the best tennis on the DS, and a real improvement over Topspin 2. If you are a fan of the Topspin series at all or just want a solid, enjoyable, button-based tennis game, this is it. I personally use the wide overhead view when playing and it feels as fun as Topspin did for me when I used to play it all the time on the Xbox. Definitely recommended.… Expand
  2. SuzB
    Jun 27, 2008
    8
    Very realistic graphics and animation, and the framerate is very solid! You can even choose from 2 views - behind the back or birdseye, which Very realistic graphics and animation, and the framerate is very solid! You can even choose from 2 views - behind the back or birdseye, which I found helpful. Solid gameplay, feels quite realistic to play. Has all the best players - Federer, Henin, etc. As good as a DS Tennis game can get!… Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#89 Best DS Game of 2008
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#90 Most Discussed DS Game of 2008
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#56 Most Shared DS Game of 2008