Top Spin 2

 Xbox 360
User Score
6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 25 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 25
  3. Negative: 7 out of 25
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  1. JobAdkins
    Feb 23, 2008
    9
    I absolutely love this game.I've played both this and Virtua tennis 3's game.That game has more of and arcade feel and gets extremely frustrating in the world tour late in the game.Top Spin 2 just plays so realistic,I love it.I just wish that there was more mini games like in Virtua Tennis 3 game.But in the game play department This game can not be topped,I hope that in Top SpinI absolutely love this game.I've played both this and Virtua tennis 3's game.That game has more of and arcade feel and gets extremely frustrating in the world tour late in the game.Top Spin 2 just plays so realistic,I love it.I just wish that there was more mini games like in Virtua Tennis 3 game.But in the game play department This game can not be topped,I hope that in Top Spin 3 there is commentary and a much more variety of mini games.I give this game a 9.2.… Expand
  2. NickT.
    Apr 2, 2006
    4
    After playing 2 entire seasons on Topspin 2 and reaching the #1 ranking by winning all four of the grand slam tournaments, I am completely disappointed. I was a huge fan of the first one, but I agree with others that 2K sports has managed to suck ALL the "fun" out of the title. I was worried as soon as I heard 2K sports was developing it, because I remember how poor their version of After playing 2 entire seasons on Topspin 2 and reaching the #1 ranking by winning all four of the grand slam tournaments, I am completely disappointed. I was a huge fan of the first one, but I agree with others that 2K sports has managed to suck ALL the "fun" out of the title. I was worried as soon as I heard 2K sports was developing it, because I remember how poor their version of Topspin was for the PS2! Here are my top complaints: 1. Every shot sounds like an extreme topspin shot. 2. There are no instant replays … Expand
  3. [Anonymous]
    Jun 15, 2006
    7
    Gameplay's pretty good, but it can be extremely frustrating at times, especially in career mode when you're number 112 in the world playing roger federer for a match "for fun"...it's extremely hard to create the perfect player for online play.
  4. TheBigmac
    Mar 31, 2006
    5
    I was looking forward to this game more than any other on the 360. What a dissapointment. I'm a HUGE fan of the first game, and if 2k Would've just remade the 1st game with REAL next gen graphics that would've been enough for me. (Remember this game is not even made by the same studio who made the 1st one). Instead, they made it exactly as the 1st one but with lower I was looking forward to this game more than any other on the 360. What a dissapointment. I'm a HUGE fan of the first game, and if 2k Would've just remade the 1st game with REAL next gen graphics that would've been enough for me. (Remember this game is not even made by the same studio who made the 1st one). Instead, they made it exactly as the 1st one but with lower graphical inteface. The graphics look almost like something out of the PS2. What a disgrace. And I'll tell you something: After seing the graphics of Fight Night Round 3 and being witness of the capabilities of the 360, I wonder... While the EA programmers in Figh Night may've spent countless nights polishing their game....what the f***k were the 2k people doing? Did they made this game in a rush or something? What a disgrace. And what a pathetic ending for a franchise with such high potential as Top Spin. And to think that I sold my copy of top spin 1 waiting for this one. I might just buy it back again. It's like 5 bucks in some online stores, I can play it on my 360 and It has better graphics than it's 360 attent of a sequel.… Expand
  5. ReelWorld
    Apr 28, 2006
    4
    Disappointing game. Player control feels clunky, not fluid at all. Graphics are decent, but the game feels like it was rushed - despite the delays. Player creation zone is the most confusing thing I've ever seen and after a few matches, you get a serious feeling of deja vu.
  6. MartinS.
    May 27, 2006
    3
    I bought this game thinking I was going to have a lot of fun like I did with Smash Court tennis on the PS2. But I was wrong the game to me seemed sluggish, over complicated with risk shots and poor service. Not only that you could play stupid and hit a button which always hit the shoy in court. You had to power up your strokes for some reason when all you really want is fast one touch I bought this game thinking I was going to have a lot of fun like I did with Smash Court tennis on the PS2. But I was wrong the game to me seemed sluggish, over complicated with risk shots and poor service. Not only that you could play stupid and hit a button which always hit the shoy in court. You had to power up your strokes for some reason when all you really want is fast one touch tennis with next gen graphics. And I failed to notice the next gen graphics as characters seemed to float across the court or move like old arcade players. Not good and put me off trying the Table Tennis game.… Expand
  7. JasonA.
    Apr 12, 2006
    9
    This is without a doubt the greatest tennis video game ever made (for real tennis fans). The graphic are amazing despite what others have said: -Its in the subtleties which is what really counts in a tennis game. -For example: the movement of the players as they swing to hit the ball, the actual surfaces of the court and surrounding courside items like chairs etc. and most impressively in This is without a doubt the greatest tennis video game ever made (for real tennis fans). The graphic are amazing despite what others have said: -Its in the subtleties which is what really counts in a tennis game. -For example: the movement of the players as they swing to hit the ball, the actual surfaces of the court and surrounding courside items like chairs etc. and most impressively in the details all around such as the brilliantly created stadiums to the local joggers and viewers on public courts. -All of this creates an incredible feeling when you are playing through the career and have worked your way up from the playground tournaments into a real grand slam event in a giant staduim. The controls create incredibly realistic tennis play: -The implimentation of the top spin shot that can go out easily if overdone creates a serious element to this game and adds the strategy of playing it safe vs. risky that opens a world of possibilities (for example, if you master this you can become a very effective baseliner but if you can't handle it you will never become very effective at the baseline) -The new advanced shots add countering elements that create an incredibly balanced game (e.g. if you build up your momentum, you can use an advanced passing shot if your opponent approaches the net). You are forced to only use your career player for ranked online match play: -This really creates an addictive nature to the game because you want to built up your character in the single-player career mode so that you can take him online and have a better chance -It also makes you really take the career mode seriously because you want to be able to max out your character and you will take where you apply stars to your player's strengths very seriously so that you can compete well online Long lasting appeal: -You will never run out of a challenge not only because of oline play but because you can always play the single-player career and not do any training (or do minimal training) and try to see how well you progress (you will without a doubt not become number 1 in the world even after five seasons) Overall this is just an indcredibly well polished tennis game with unbelievalbe fluidly moving characters, the best controls ever in a tennis game (which is the most important factor) and a very long lasting appeal.… Expand
  8. ApocalypseBrown
    Mar 24, 2007
    7
    This game is one of the hardest to give a accurate score for. Game play wise it isn't a huge leap ahead of the original Top Spin, but due to the extra in-game features and more recognized players to spa against, it makes it feel more interesting to play. Yeah the players float across the court but the variety of shots are all there, and it feels more authentic to control. Graphics This game is one of the hardest to give a accurate score for. Game play wise it isn't a huge leap ahead of the original Top Spin, but due to the extra in-game features and more recognized players to spa against, it makes it feel more interesting to play. Yeah the players float across the court but the variety of shots are all there, and it feels more authentic to control. Graphics are good but not great. Personally I couldn't give a sh*t as the game play keeps your attention firmly on the court, so it shouldn't matter to most players but it doesn't scream 'next Gen'. like it ought to. Career mode is toilet and online is as shallow as a spit pool. It's so hard not to like it, but I can't help but feel it should be miles better than it is.… Expand
  9. ManoloB.
    May 25, 2007
    9
    Someone who ever played real tennis will love this game. Of course it's difficult, but who said real tennis was not. After a few matches you'll get the controls, and then, the whole experience will make sense. I've played Virtua Tennis 3, and I can say, without being wrong, that the IA in Top Spin 2 is the best of all tennis games ever. If you're looking for an easy Someone who ever played real tennis will love this game. Of course it's difficult, but who said real tennis was not. After a few matches you'll get the controls, and then, the whole experience will make sense. I've played Virtua Tennis 3, and I can say, without being wrong, that the IA in Top Spin 2 is the best of all tennis games ever. If you're looking for an easy path to victory pick up Virtua Tennis 3, but if you really want to know how real tennis looks like, play this game.… Expand
  10. 2ksnipefest
    Aug 6, 2014
    10
    I recently bought this game I knew it was one of the oldest 360 games out there. I love tennis so I had to try it. I have played Top Spin on Ps2 many times. TS 2 Is better. The movements are improved and the career mode is challenging and has added drama with giving you a rival. The career mode follows the tennis schedule wonderfully. You have to train ferociously to be able to beat theI recently bought this game I knew it was one of the oldest 360 games out there. I love tennis so I had to try it. I have played Top Spin on Ps2 many times. TS 2 Is better. The movements are improved and the career mode is challenging and has added drama with giving you a rival. The career mode follows the tennis schedule wonderfully. You have to train ferociously to be able to beat the top players in the game with your career player. I played Top Spin 3 on Nintendo Wii it was lacking everything this game has already. I picked this game up for under 8 dollars. Well worth a try for any fan of tenns.… Expand

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#45 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2006
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#65 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2006
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#74 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2006

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 52 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 52
  3. Negative: 1 out of 52
  1. TeamXbox
    79
    The next-gen quotient could have been higher (the online area is fairly weak), as Top Spin 2 sometimes seems like a slightly better version of the original. A bit more thought put into the gameplay definition of “next-gen” would have paid large dividends.
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  2. GamePro
    60
    For a game trying to give a realistic tennis experience, the ranking and simulation system is downright embarassing.
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  3. GameSpot
    82
    The gameplay has been sharpened to create an experience that expertly balances technicality and quick, accessible fun. Add to that a first-rate presentation and some solid solo and multiplayer offerings, and you've got a package that any tennis fan would be foolish to pass up.
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