Virtua Tennis 2009

 Xbox 360
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 43 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 43
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 43
  3. Negative: 1 out of 43
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  1. Xbox Achievements
    74
    This is still a solid tennis game but it is also one that offers almost no improvement over its predecessor.
  2. MEGamers
    73
    A solid effort that just does not live up to the great first Virtua Tennis.
  3. NZGamer
    72
    Chances are that if you’ve played Virtua Tennis 3 you may be slightly disappointed, as the usual high bar that is the VT series hasn’t been quite reached this time round, and 2009 is quite similar to VT3 to begin with.
  5. GameFocus
    72
    Virtua Tennis really needs to start justifying its existence at this point. It’s more of the same with some minor additions, and is only recommendable if you missed the previous games. With other tennis games competing for the top spot, Virtua can’t be complacent for one more game. Evolution is a must.
  6. GameTrailers
    71
    If you haven't already picked up Virtua Tennis 3, Virtua Tennis 2009 is worth a look since it offers more content, including the online world tour option. For everyone else, though, it's too much of a rehash to warrant a purchase, even at its discounted 50 dollar price tag.
  7. Eurogamer
    70
    It's hard not to feel a little underwhelmed by what Virtua Tennis 2009 has to offer. While the online multiplayer facet has undoubtedly been improved, the disappointment over what's been done to World Tour mode and the general lack of ambition in certain areas leaves me wanting.
  8. VideoGamer
    70
    Despite the fact that all the evidence suggests Virtua Tennis is a series stuck in a rut, Virtua Tennis 2009 is still great fun, especially in multiplayer.
  9. Computer and Video Games
    70
    A solid tennis game but underwhelming in most areas.
  10. SpazioGames
    70
    Virtua Tennis 2009 is a game dedicated to the fans of the series and more in general a good, arcade tennis game. If you already own the third chapter, you should think carefully before buying, anyway, as, even if it's the best of the brand, it doesn't evolve so much from the predecessor.
  11. Gamer.nl
    70
    Virtua Tennis feels like a decent tennis-game. It, however, will never feel like a revolution due to the lack of new gameplay elements. Even though Sega has put in some nice and entertaining, but very small, adjustments. Virtua tennis has easily reached its full potential.
  12. Everyeye.it
    70
    2009 version is very similar to Virtua Tennis 3. So, this new chapter inherits from its ancestors the flaws related to an arcade approach to the discipline.
  13. Gameplayer Sweden
    70
    Virtua Tennis 2009 is, like every other game in the Virtua Tennis-series, a great game. But there are not many news since the last version so if you already got a Virtua Tennis for your current-gen console you can stick with that. But if you haven´t, and love tennis, then this is a must buy.
  14. Xbox World 360 Magazine UK
    70
    It still definitely has its charms, but - on court - it's feeling older than Ilie Nastase. [Aug 2009, p.84]
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  15. Kikizo
    70
    A good tennis game, let down by a frustrating slow campaign and terrible loading times.
  16. Kombo
    70
    However, the franchise is in risk of going stale and not pushing more boundaries in other areas while maintaining the excellent gameplay.
  17. Game Informer
    70
    Virtua Tennis needs to try much harder if it’s going to regain its title as the preeminent tennis franchise.
  18. 1UP
    67
    It's a slight advancement over its predecessor, VT 3, but its biggest weaknesses, the online and single-player modes, mire an otherwise satisfying experience.
  19. X-ONE Magazine UK
    60
    Still the same accessible knockabout it always was, but growing a little too familiar.
  20. games(TM)
    60
    As a retail product, this just isn't strong enough to be called a sequel. A shame considering how pleasing Sega's arcade sim can still be. [July 2009, p.118]
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  21. IGN
    60
    A disappointment for me. Maybe it’s because I’m a rabid tennis fan and player and I wanted more from the series this year, or maybe it’s because I feel like I’ve played this game before on the Dreamcast.
  22. BigPond GameArena
    60
    Virtua Tennis 2009 isn't a bad game - it's more fun than most sports games with three other people at hand - but it certainly isn't a good game. Go and get Virtua Tennis 3 or Top Spin 3 if you desperately need a tennis game on your Xbox 360 though - they're both better.
  23. Worth Playing
    60
    Don't get me wrong. Virtua Tennis 2009 isn't bad, but it isn't stellar either.
  24. GameSpot
    60
    Virtua Tennis is too easy and inconsistent to entertain you for long.
  25. AceGamez
    60
    Sadly though, for now Virtua Tennis 2009 is only probably worth a look if you've missed the last couple of iterations; otherwise it might be best to hope that VT 2010 is a little more enticing and give EA's new Grand Slam Tennis a look instead.
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  26. Gamervision
    60
    Virtua Tennis 2009 is a prime example of a game treading water that desperately needs an overhaul.
  27. MondoXbox
    60
    The only reason to buy this game could be to play it with friends, especially if they're casuals, seen the very immediate gameplay and simple controls. But due to a disappointing AI, a mediocre technical production and the lack of depth in the gameplay simulation, Virtua Tennis 2009 isn't recommended to hardcore virtual tennis players.
  28. Cheat Code Central
    60
    Truly, Virtua Tennis 2009 is little more than a lazily rehashed and less than polished iteration of what was offered in Virtua Tennis 3.

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#54 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2009

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User Score
6.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 17 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 17
  3. Negative: 5 out of 17
  1. ApocalypseBrown
    Jun 9, 2009
    5
    As a party/arcade mess around game then it's a triumph, as a full retail price indepth sequel with loads of extras then it fails As a party/arcade mess around game then it's a triumph, as a full retail price indepth sequel with loads of extras then it fails miserably. Same shite game mechanics where getting in position is more to do with fortunate then skill, same dull lay out, and even worse career mode. This game is almost average, so don't waste your money on Sega's cash in attempt.… Full Review »
  2. stvissocoolgive
    Jan 27, 2014
    10
    i for one love the games feel and fast paced action, the only thing i don't like about the game is how slow you move up the rankings buti for one love the games feel and fast paced action, the only thing i don't like about the game is how slow you move up the rankings but everything else is spot on.… Full Review »
  3. MiguelSierra
    Jul 9, 2009
    3
    El juego no mejora nada del VT3, de hecho lo hace peor, los múltiples bugs encontrados, como que juegas una partida online y ya tuEl juego no mejora nada del VT3, de hecho lo hace peor, los múltiples bugs encontrados, como que juegas una partida online y ya tu jugador cambia en aspecto y forma en modo carrera. Con solo decir que la introducción del juego se queda pegada. Algunos puntos son infinitos porque el jugador rival siempre alcanza la bola, las dejadas son hechos anecdoticos y que mal lo hacen. El modo entrenamiento no te explica nada de como hacer las cosas. A veces se va la música y el sonido. La música es repetitiva y aburridora, podria escribir un montpon de errores y bugs increiblemente grandes. El modo online es de lo peor en juegos, un lag terrible, el rival se sale de la partida cuando quiere, asi estes a un puinto de ganar el partido, y lo peor es que ni la victoria te cuenta, hay muchos fallos como un let service, muchos despues de jugado un punto, mejordicho, he botaod mi dinero enun juego más que mediocre.… Full Review »
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