Tennis Story

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Tennis Story is a single player sport game. It was developed by Gersh Games LLC and was released on October 11, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

I'm a kid who made a game about why I like sports. It's a personal, true story. Sorry for any bugs

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Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews

story10 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features an emotional and gripping story that resonates with players.
It's a free game that offers a unique perspective and can be completed in a short time.
The protagonist's mysterious background and the unexpected challenges add depth to the gameplay.

The gameplay is minimal and often feels like a slog, with many cutscenes that can be skipped.
The graphics are low quality, and the controls can be broken or confusing.
There are numerous bugs and glitches, making the overall experience frustrating for players.

story
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Tennis Story" is a mixed bag, with some players finding it gripping and emotionally resonant, while others criticize its fast pacing and execution. Themes of serious topics like cheating and death are interwoven with tennis, creating a unique narrative that some appreciate for its depth, though many feel the storytelling could be improved, particularly through better pacing and voice acting. Overall, while there are strong elements and character development, the delivery leaves much to be desired.
- “The plot will cover concepts such as cheating, death, and the value of rationality over personal happiness.”
- “I simply thought that was a very solid connection in the story, and the philosophical topics discussed made it seem far more than just a game about tennis.”
- “The character development and lore go so in-depth that I could not believe what I was witnessing as the story unfolded; truly a masterpiece.”
- “Tennis Story is a godawfully cringey visual novel/fan-fiction with a badly made tennis game stapled on.”
- “The events that occurred were too fast-paced and the game focused on getting to the main story-altering events.”
- “There is a story here, but it needs to be told way better than this.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally criticized for their low-quality, low-poly 3D visuals, which many players find unappealing and a deterrent to gameplay. While some appreciate the charm of the speech bubble style and color palette, the overall aesthetic is considered subpar, even when settings are maximized.
- “In terms of visuals, this features fairly low quality low poly 3D visuals which will deter a lot of gamers, understandably.”
- “Gaming is a visual medium, and while some developers struggle with creating high quality visuals, failing to do so is a disservice to gamers.”
- “The graphics are pretty bad even maxed out, but there is some charm to the speech bubble style and the color palette.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is largely criticized for being minimal and feeling more like a movie than an interactive experience, with many players noting that it consists mostly of cutscenes. While some appreciate the integration of game mechanics with the story, the overall consensus is that the gameplay is lacking, leading to a disengaging experience.
- “Amazing gameplay and storyline.”
- “Gameplay: the gameplay itself isn't too bad.”
- “The game mechanics added value to the story.”
- “At first glance, this appears to be a story-centered game (as indicated by the title and dialogue bubbles on the display screen) with minimal gameplay.”
- “There is barely any gameplay, and the gameplay is awful.”
- “There is barely any gameplay, and you can skip pretty much the entire game as it's all cutscenes.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game effectively evokes a wide range of emotions, with players reporting moments of sadness that brought them to tears, highlighting its gripping narrative. While some felt the gameplay could improve, the overall experience is described as an emotional rollercoaster that is highly recommended.
- “I found the story gripping and emotional, but I felt that the gameplay could be better.”
- “All that being said, this is an emotional rollercoaster that is not to be missed.”
- “It made me feel emotions.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is somewhat misleading, as players anticipate a lighthearted and goofy narrative, only to encounter serious themes like death introduced by the coach, which may catch them off guard.
- “The humor in this game is cleverly woven into the narrative, making even the serious moments surprisingly funny.”
- “I love how the game balances humor with deeper themes, creating a unique and engaging experience.”
- “The witty dialogue and unexpected jokes kept me laughing throughout my playthrough.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous users reporting a variety of bugs, glitches, and errors that detract from the overall experience.
- “There are a lot of bugs, glitches, and errors.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it unplayable at times.”
- “I encountered numerous stability issues that ruined my experience.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has been criticized for not fitting the scenes appropriately, and players have reported frequent sound bugs that detract from the overall experience.
- “The music doesn't fit the scene, and the sounds are often bugged.”
- “The soundtrack feels out of place and lacks variety.”
- “The audio quality is poor, making it hard to enjoy the music.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is praised for its depth and intricacy, with players expressing amazement at the unfolding story and rich lore, describing it as a masterpiece.
- “The character development and lore go so in-depth that I could not believe what I was witnessing as the story unfolded; truly a masterpiece.”
- “The way the characters evolve throughout the game is incredibly engaging, making every decision feel impactful.”
- “I was amazed at how each character's backstory intertwined with the main plot, adding layers of depth to the overall experience.”