Hot Shots Tennis

 PlayStation 2
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 44 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 44
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 44
  3. Negative: 1 out of 44
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  1. Games Master UK
    85
    Beneath that cutesy exterior lurks a game that's superior to "Virtua Tennis." Believe it. [June 2007, p.72]
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  2. Hardcore Gamer
    85
    If you like tennis games and you have a Playstation 2, it belongs in your gaming library. [July 2007, p.62]
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  3. Play Magazine
    85
    Bottom line, as with all the Hot Shots games (I have had enough golf though, thanks for the change Sony) Hots Shots Tennis is big on fun, end of story. [July 2007, p.63]
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  5. Game Informer
    83
    The gameplay mechanic itself is ultra smooth and simple, yet satisfying even after hours of play. [July 2007, p.99]
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  6. Game Over Online
    82
    Thanks to its depth and ease of use, it can be greatly enjoyed even by folks who aren’t usually into tennis games, as it’s got an easy learn curve and even includes a training mode that concisely explains things for players who might feel overwhelmed by the intricacies of the game.
  7. GameBrink
    81
    It’s a solid if shallow title that lacks in content and difficulty but has a really well implemented engine.
  8. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    80
    Despite the uber-cute looks, Everybody's Tennis isn't a game that wants to hold your hand, and that only adds to its considerable charm. [May 2007, p.119]
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  9. AceGamez
    80
    Almost an amazing game; with a little more variety and a few extra game modes, this would have been a real classic. However, for those of you looking for a very entertaining arcade game that's great fun alone or with a friend, this comes highly recommended.
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  10. Official Playstation 2 Magazine UK
    80
    Maintain's the "Everybody's" good name by being a deceptively brilliant sports sim that constantly surprises and challenges. [May 2007, p.78]
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  11. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    80
    A sports game with a sense of fun and, perhaps crucially, provides a great series of single player matches to work through. Most notably of all though is the fact that it’s made its way into our pile of games to be dug out at parties, alongside "SingStar."
  12. PSM Magazine
    80
    Thoroughly enjoyable. [Aug 2007, p.84]
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  13. GameZone
    80
    A must play for anyone who likes tennis games. Hot Shots Tennis has done for this sport the same things it did for golf – bring out the essence of the sport and leave everything else behind.
  14. Operation Sports
    80
    Hot Shots Tennis is as fun and challenging as you want it to be.
  15. Gamer 2.0
    79
    It’s not going to blow anyone away with the features, but Hot Shots fans should definitely check it out along with fans of tennis games in general.
  16. DailyGame
    78
    Hot Shots brings its fantastic gameplay and cutesy characters to the tennis court. We would have liked more character customization, but the fun factor does not disappoint.
  17. PGNx Media
    78
    Overall, Hot Shots Tennis does the job just fine for someone looking for a cheerful tennis game on the PS2. It doesn’t do anything exceptionally well, but is entertaining as long as you aren’t expecting anything deep.
  18. IGN
    76
    The title is asking its simple gameplay to be the sole reason you keep playing. You can't customize your character's appearance or stats, so it's going to come down to you beating the bejesus out of everyone in an attempt to unlock some umpires you're never going to use. Then, the game'll be over.
  19. Cheat Code Central
    76
    With the three different ways to play Hot Shots Tennis, including single player challenge mode, the co-op versus mode, and a training mode for those of us that need that extra little bit, the game brings the fun to the PS2.
  20. PSM3 Magazine UK
    75
    Cute, accessible and fun, but lacking oomph. [May 2007, p.78]
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  21. Game Revolution
    75
    A spunky game with enough depth to make things interesting, yet it still retains a goofy arcade charm.
  22. GameTrailers
    75
    The Hot Shots series proves once again that it can serve up addictive, accessible gameplay with its first foray into the realm of tennis. This simple approach is fine, but the lack of modes, online multiplayer, and character customization leave Hot Shots Tennis stuck in the last generation of expectations.

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#40 Best PS2 Game of 2007
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#53 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2007
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#21 Most Shared PS2 Game of 2007

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 12 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 12
  3. Negative: 2 out of 12
  1. aditya1101
    Oct 9, 2017
    10
    As a tennis player myself, I feel like this is one of the most responsive tennis games that was out at the time of the PS2. I've playedAs a tennis player myself, I feel like this is one of the most responsive tennis games that was out at the time of the PS2. I've played through a couple different tennis games, and all of them fall into one of two traps - they are either too realistic and thus feel sluggish to play, or they are too unrealistic and thus feel too removed from the classic tennis experience. This game hits the perfect balance between those two extremes.… Full Review »
  2. 2KsniperStud
    Mar 9, 2021
    10
    I actually play tennis and feel this is the most responsive is how you can place every tennis shot. Drop shots lobs counters volleys. When II actually play tennis and feel this is the most responsive is how you can place every tennis shot. Drop shots lobs counters volleys. When I get a perfectly timed swing of the racket the ball has extra pop. The game is easy to pick up. So much fun playing Doubles with a buddy. I still play this from time to time and its 2021… Full Review »
  3. GrumpyParrot
    Jun 5, 2020
    2
    I have no idea who thought it would be a good idea to call this "EVERYBODY'S" tennis, because this is clearly not for everybody. It might lookI have no idea who thought it would be a good idea to call this "EVERYBODY'S" tennis, because this is clearly not for everybody. It might look funny and cartoonish, but the gameplay is punishing beyond belief. Even the easiest opponents can have you running around the court, while you hit perfect angles on them. This is not funny, but frustrating as hell. The training mini game is impossible to get anything higher than a D rating on a good day. It's as if the develloper didn't know what they wanted to make: a simulation game with arcade gameplay or an arcade game with simulated gameplay. I clearly don't know, but it fails at being either of them. It's just not a fun game to play, when the AI only misses shots when you hit perfect ones. Not my kind of tennis game, and i played games like Top Spin 2, 3 and 4, Virtua Tennis 3, virtua tennis 2009 and Smash Court 2. Top Spin 4 is clearly the best, but this doesn't even come close to the worst.… Full Review »
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