Tennis Arena

About

"Tennis Arena" is a sports game that offers splendid mechanics and wonderful graphics, but is hindered by annoying ads and bugs. Officially tied to the Tie Break Tens tennis tournament, the game provides authentic tennis gameplay, but its issues may detract from the overall experience for some players. Despite its flaws, fans of tennis simulations wondered for an official game might find enjoyment here.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 5,115 reviews

graphics132 positive mentions

monetization129 negative mentions

The game offers a realistic tennis experience with smooth controls and enjoyable gameplay.
Players appreciate the lack of forced ads, allowing for a more immersive experience.
The game is engaging and addictive, with many players noting its fun and competitive nature.

Many players report that the game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult to progress without spending money.
There are frequent complaints about the game being rigged, with opponents often appearing to be bots rather than real players.
The game has connectivity issues and bugs that can disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration among users.

graphics
179 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
74%
21%
6%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their realism and detail, while others express a desire for improvements and higher quality. Some users report issues with lag and stuttering, particularly related to ads, but overall, the graphics are generally considered good for a mobile tennis game. Many players appreciate the visual design and animations, though there are calls for enhancements to elevate the experience further.
- “The graphics are amazing!”
- “Graphics are perfect!”
- “Excellent graphics, good mechanics great to play.”
- “The ads have brought in graphical stutter and lag on playing shots.”
- “Very bad graphics and overall an abhorrent experience.”
- “Graphics are mediocre...playing is horrible...no tennis game can beat virtual tennis challenge aka sega tennis on the phone...it's 2023 people.”
monetization
146 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
4%
88%
The monetization strategy of the game is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating the option to watch ads for rewards rather than being forced to do so. While some users find the ad implementation innovative and non-intrusive, others criticize the increasing frequency and length of ads, which disrupt gameplay and create a grind for progression. Overall, players express frustration over the balance between enjoying the game and the necessity of watching numerous ads to advance or play longer.
- “Customizations are perfect for a mobile game, freedom of use characters is 👌 not too cash grabby, and not as arcade-like as Tennis Clash but with a similar feel in gameplay.”
- “No ads to interrupt the play, you have the option to watch ads instead of being forced on you. Of course, if you want to upgrade your player, it costs $$ but not a lot. Just a great game to pass the time, also in tournament mode, you play against others so enjoy!”
- “Great experience, balanced in-game purchases and lots of fun.”
- “This used to be my favorite game until recently when they decided to put ads during gameplay.”
- “The game itself is great but the only way you can progress in the game or even keep playing it is to watch a ton of ads.”
- “Now they are pushing forced ads within the game, which has killed the experience for me.”
gameplay
123 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
68%
28%
4%
Overall, the gameplay is generally well-received, with many players praising its realism, engaging mechanics, and skill-based progression. However, there are notable frustrations regarding slow pacing, inconsistent controls, and the presence of ads that disrupt the experience. While some users appreciate the depth and variety of gameplay, others express disappointment over the lack of multiplayer options and the perceived greed of the developers in monetizing the game.
- “The gameplay is very engaging.”
- “This game has the best gameplay of all tennis mobile games; it is fast, realistic, and easy to play.”
- “Fantastic game where skill seems to matter much more than just overpowering your opponent with gear and stats, due to the more realistic slower pace that affords more tactical gameplay.”
- “Then gameplay got slower and now frequently my player misses the ball even when he is in position for the shot.”
- “Used to love the game so much but the new update in gameplay made it a lot worse; players became faster in an unjustifiable way, they slide and catch balls they can't reach. Also, players who invested in serve power and serve precision lost a huge advantage as many unreturnable serves became easily returnable in the new update.”
- “Giving it a try but gameplay of matches is clearly rigged to lose the majority of matches... likely to uninstall shortly as leveling up takes ages to compete. After getting to beginners III, wins have become impossible as the bots are unbeatable and there is zero chance to upgrade without wins.”
stability
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
85%
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while many users report smooth gameplay with minimal glitches, others experience frequent freezes, particularly during tournaments and when attempting to connect to the server. Some players have noted that these issues can disrupt the gaming experience, leading to frustration, especially at higher levels.
- “The gameplay is smooth with no glitches.”
- “Amazing, very fun, with no glitches and doesn't require internet.”
- “Facing issues - unable to connect to the game server, got freezes in the initial screen itself.”
- “Sometimes the game freezes during tournament matches, even the quit button doesn't work at those times.”
- “Becoming more terrible... game freezes all the time and this helps opponent to win.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
45%
27%
27%
The optimization of the game receives mixed reviews; while some players praise its smooth performance and lack of bugs, others report disruptive in-play ads and inconsistent mechanics that negatively affect gameplay. Overall, the game's performance can vary, leading to frustration for some users, but many still find it enjoyable, especially for tennis enthusiasts.
- “Not a bad game at all, runs smoothly, no glitches. If you like tennis, it's definitely a must.”
- “One of the most optimized games I have ever played; it's exceptionally well!”
- “Excellent performance.”
- “However, the in-play ads are very disruptive and impact significantly on performance during gameplay.”
- “There are inconsistencies in the performance; the same shooting power with the same technique results in different outcomes every time. The mechanics are not reliable.”
- “Not fair how they set up our performance.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it hilarious and addictive. Many reviews highlight the game's comedic elements, noting that it successfully delivers a funny experience. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's appeal.
- “Lol, that was really hilarious!”
- “Nice and funny game.”
- “This game is funny.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, the music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some players appreciate the good quality, many suggest that it leans too heavily towards a rockstar vibe and would benefit from a more relaxed and calming soundtrack.
- “Overall good graphics and the music is good.”
- “The music is too rockstar; it would be better with more relaxed and calm tunes.”
- “Couple of suggestions - please get better music!”
- “The problem is that the music is too rockstar; it should be more relaxed and calm.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, as it requires significant effort to upgrade attributes, making player development feel slow without monetary investment. While some enjoy the gameplay, they feel that the reward system could be improved to reduce the grind.
- “The reward system is very weak, as it takes a ton of grinding to upgrade even a single attribute.”
- “Player development without payment is tedious.”
- “Fun, but it requires a significant amount of grinding.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
Users express frustration with the game's lack of a compelling story or arcade mode, feeling that the focus is primarily on monetization through expensive skill upgrades and excessive advertisements. The absence of a narrative element detracts from the overall experience, leaving players wanting more engaging content.
- “The story is engaging and keeps you invested in the characters and their journeys.”
- “I love how the narrative unfolds, revealing deeper layers as you progress through the game.”
- “The character development is impressive, making you truly care about their fates.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “There is no clear narrative progression, which leaves players feeling lost and unmotivated.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and fail to evoke any emotional connection.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is negatively impacted by frustrating controls, leading to feelings of disappointment and loss when players struggle to connect with the gameplay effectively.