Tennis in the Face

Yet another release from one of the most active Switch publishers

79%Game Brain Score

humor, music

gameplay, replayability

92% User Score Based on 66 reviews

Critic Score 62%Based on 13 reviews

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Tennis in the Face is a single player casual role playing game with a comedy theme. It was developed by 10tons Ltd and was released on November 18, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and very positive reviews from players.

"Tennis in the Face" is a physics-based tennis game where players control a retired tennis pro on a quest for revenge against an evil soda corporation. Use precise timing and aim to launch tennis balls at enemies, set off explosive crates, and bounce shots off walls to clear each level. With its humorous art style and simple yet challenging gameplay, it's a fun and engaging title for fans of casual and skill-based gaming. Reference: - Steam store page: Fact ]

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92%

Audience ScoreBased on 66 reviews

humor16 positive mentions

Fun and addictive gameplay reminiscent of Angry Birds, with a humorous twist.
Visually appealing graphics and a variety of levels provide decent entertainment for casual gamers.
Simple mechanics make it easy to pick up and play, with enough challenge to keep players engaged.

Gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, relying heavily on trial and error.
Inconsistent physics can lead to frustrating moments, especially in later levels.
Short playtime and limited replayability may not justify the full price for some players.

humor
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its charming and playful sense of humor, featuring comical elements like exploding donuts and funny sound effects that enhance the gameplay experience. Players appreciate the humorous storyline involving a disgruntled tennis player and the amusing interactions with various characters, making it an enjoyable and lighthearted physics-based game. Overall, the humor is a significant draw, contributing to the game's appeal as a fun and entertaining pastime.
- “It does have a cute sense of humor (when you hit a cop, donuts explode from them!) which makes it easy to like, and the base gameplay - launch tennis balls at your enemies, scoring extra points for headshots - progresses in difficulty as a nice curve.”
- “The story was very comical and made me laugh many times as you control a disgruntled pro tennis player on a rampage to destroy a mega energy drink company.”
- “Not only is the story super funny, but the different characters and how they link back to the energy drink is really neat.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
31%
23%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate the catchy soundtrack and its fitting background role, many find it overly repetitive and grating, especially during prolonged gameplay. This repetitiveness can detract from the overall experience, leading some to suggest playing with the sound off or using alternative music. Overall, the music is seen as a decent complement to the game's graphics and gameplay, but its lack of variety is a notable drawback.
- “The gameplay is fun and even requires some puzzling to get it right, and the music is quite good too.”
- “A well-executed game which offers over 100 levels with nice graphics and catchy music.”
- “I really enjoyed this game; Tennis in the Face is easy to play, has good music, and the animated characters look good. It's an overall fun game to play.”
- “The music can be incredibly grating at times as it is very repetitive and does not change throughout the entire game, and this becomes increasingly a problem if you find yourself stuck on a level.”
- “Possibly, this game is something you will want to play with the sound off, or your own music playing instead.”
- “The music got very repetitive, very fast.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a mix of trial-and-error mechanics and unique features that evolve as players progress, keeping the experience engaging despite some repetitive elements. Players enjoy the fun of launching tennis balls at enemies, with interesting scoring mechanics and a nonlinear map that encourages exploration. However, some reviewers noted that the simplistic nature of the gameplay could benefit from more variety and that sound effects may lack impact.
- “At first impression, it seems like a quick crash grab on what's a popular genre on mobile, but it really stands out on its own merits with its unique mechanics that I haven't experienced in my admittedly limited experience in this genre.”
- “It has more interesting mechanics as you progress farther in the game, which helps keep you from getting bored.”
- “The gameplay is fun and even requires some puzzling to get it right, and the music is quite good too.”
- “Every level has one perfect angle to get a full clear, reducing gameplay strategy to simply trial and error to find it.”
- “[The trial-and-error element has a tendency to become repetitive at times; simplistic gameplay could use more variety, and sound effects are unsatisfying.]”
- “At first impression, it seems like a quick cash grab on what's a popular genre on mobile, but it really stands out on its own merits with its own unique mechanics that I at least haven't experienced in my admittedly limited experience in this genre.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is described as silly and over-the-top, centering on a disgraced tennis player seeking revenge against a mega energy drink company that ruined his life. While some find it comical and entertaining, others note that it can be hard to follow and lacks depth. Overall, the narrative adds a fun, lighthearted element to the gameplay, making it an enjoyable experience despite its simplicity.
- “The story was very comical and made me laugh many times as you control a disgruntled pro tennis player on a rampage to destroy a mega energy drink company.”
- “Now let's give you a little bit of backstory: you are a disgraced tennis all-star who owes all his woes to an energy drink called Explodz.”
- “Not only is the story super funny, but the different characters and how they link back to the energy drink is really neat.”
- “The story is a bit silly and hard to follow.”
- “Basically, you are an ex-tennis champ who got hooked on an energy drink, and it ruined your career and your life. Now, you are on a mission to free people from its evil influence, an influence that has spread like wildfire.”
- “I've played a couple of levels and probably 100 or so matches already, so I felt I would write an impressions review (mostly since there is a story of sorts, which I won't finish for a little while most likely, but when I do, I will amend this review as necessary).”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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27%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their well-executed cartoon style, which enhances the overall visual appeal and complements the unique tennis-themed puzzler concept. Players appreciate the vibrant art style and find it visually engaging, contributing positively to their gaming experience. However, some users noted minor issues that detracted from their enjoyment despite the strong graphical presentation.
- “The cartoon graphics are extremely well done, and it is great to see a video game puzzler that uses tennis as the theme.”
- “I picked up this game because I loved the graphics and art style, and I thought the game itself was a funny idea.”
- “Graphically, this game looks great.”
- “The graphics have a very cartoony art style that feels out of place.”
- “The visuals are overly simplistic and lack the detail expected from modern games.”
- “The character designs are too exaggerated, making it hard to take the game seriously.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it fun and addictive with hundreds of levels and the potential for hours of enjoyment, others feel it lacks depth and would benefit from features like score-chasing. Overall, it is recommended for those who enjoy physics-based games, especially if purchased on sale.
- “Here's the deal: if you are looking for a fun game with plenty of replayability and you like physics-based games, you are going to have to have this game in your collection.”
- “This game has endless hours of fun. It's an addicting challenge and a must-have. It has hundreds of levels, fun physics, and best of all, tennis balls. If you haven't already, pick this game up for £4 and you will have a blast. Overall, this game is fun, addicting, and has loads of replay value to get all the stars.”
- “A fun little physics-based game from 10tons, but I would definitely wait for a sale before buying as there is not a lot of content or replayability.”
- “Recommended, but it would be much more challenging and replayable if there was any score-chasing as part of the game.”

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Tennis in the Face is a casual role playing game with comedy theme.

Tennis in the Face is available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, iPhone and others.

The main story can be completed in around 3 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 5 hours to finish. On average players spend around 10 hours playing Tennis in the Face.

Tennis in the Face was released on November 18, 2015.

Tennis in the Face was developed by 10tons Ltd.

Tennis in the Face has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

Tennis in the Face is a single player game.

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