TIEBREAK: Official game of the ATP and WTA
- August 22, 2024
- Big Ant Studios
- 2h median play time
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Get on Xbox Games Store"TIEBREAK is the official game of the ATP and WTA, featuring early access to Masters 1000, 500, and 250 tournaments, as well as ATP and WTA Finals. Play as some of the biggest stars in tennis or create your own player, with new official players added throughout development. This immersive tennis experience offers authentic gameplay and a wide range of tournaments to compete in."
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Reviews
- The game features a large roster of over 130 licensed players, providing a diverse selection for tennis fans.
- Graphics and player animations are highly detailed, contributing to an immersive experience.
- The developers are actively working on updates and improvements, showing commitment to enhancing gameplay based on community feedback.
- Gameplay mechanics are inconsistent, with issues such as poor ball physics, unresponsive controls, and AI that often feels unrealistic.
- Career mode is currently broken, preventing players from leveling up or progressing, which detracts from the overall experience.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, making it frustrating to play, especially in online matches.
- gameplay96 mentions
- 16 % positive mentions
- 73 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the detailed mechanics and realistic motion capture, while others criticize the inconsistent serve mechanics and the "scramble" feature that disrupts player inertia. Although some find the gameplay enjoyable and fluid, especially after recent updates, numerous bugs and a lack of depth in strategy have led to frustration, with many feeling it resembles an arcade experience rather than a true tennis simulation. Overall, while there are promising elements, significant improvements are needed for a more satisfying gameplay experience.
“Very detailed with gameplay and styles of shots and serves.”
“What I like: the amount of known players in the game, overall gameplay (especially in the non-assisted mode), presentation, gear, and user-created custom venues, logos, and characters.”
“The gameplay is more fluid than AO2 and doesn't have the annoying gestures by the player when they make a good shot.”
“Any game that makes a PC crash repeatedly before the actual gameplay is a broken game.”
“If you are looking for decent gameplay, don't buy this game.”
“The lack of nuanced strategy means that the gameplay quickly becomes repetitive, as there are only so many ways to win a point before the game feels stale.”
- graphics29 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive generally positive feedback, with many users praising the high-quality player models and vibrant court visuals. However, some critiques highlight that while the graphics are impressive, they are often overshadowed by gameplay issues and mechanics that need improvement. Overall, the graphics stand out as a strong aspect of the game, though they are not without their limitations.
“To start with the positives, the graphics and presentation are fantastic.”
“Graphics are high quality, especially player models.”
“Everything from the graphics to the rallies are so realistic.”
“The budget sadly didn't extend to anything graphics related beyond the licensed player models though!”
“The graphics aren't anything to write home about, but they do their job.”
“Graphics are really lackluster.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by official ATP and WTA licenses, allowing for authentic player likenesses and tournament settings. Dynamic sound effects, including the impact of the ball and crowd reactions, contribute to a realistic experience, while improved environmental sounds and announcements further immerse players in the action. Overall, the polished presentation and attention to auditory detail create a compelling and atmospheric gameplay experience.
“Great concept, polished presentation, and atmospheric.”
“Dynamic sound atmosphere, more dynamic fans during the match, more dominant environmental sounds, and more competent announcements; just like Top Spin, the sound issue is important as it increases the reality.”
“The game benefits from official ATP and WTA licenses, which means it can authentically recreate the faces of real players, stages, and even the atmosphere of various tournaments.”
“The sound of the ball hitting the racket, the screams of the players, and the sounds of the court all contribute to the atmosphere.”
“Dynamic sound atmosphere, with more dynamic fans during the match, more dominant environmental sounds, and more competent announcements. Just like Top Spin, the sound issue is important; it increases the realism.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from frequent glitches that significantly disrupt gameplay, leading to a frustrating experience for players. The overall lack of stability and realism further detracts from its enjoyment, making it difficult to recommend.
“Numerous glitches.”
“Another significant issue is the number of glitches.”
“These glitches are not rare occurrences—they happen often enough to disrupt gameplay and make the experience more frustrating than enjoyable.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on promoting its "officially licensed" player models, overshadowing gameplay quality and experience. Players express frustration over the prevalence of microtransactions, suggesting that the focus on player models detracts from the overall value of the game.
“There's a reason why literally every advertisement about this game is solely around the topic of 'look how many official player models we have', because it's the only thing this game offers.”
“Bogged down with microtransactions.”
“Ever noticed how literally every advertisement for the game only ever focuses on how many 'officially licensed' tennis players' models it has in it?”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game features a high-quality 2K soundtrack that has received positive feedback, although some users feel that the overall presentation could be improved.
“The 2K soundtrack is really good, enhancing the overall experience.”
“The music adds a vibrant energy to the gameplay, making every moment feel alive.”
“The soundtrack perfectly complements the game's atmosphere, immersing players in the experience.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, with players frequently experiencing micro stutterings that disrupt gameplay.
“Micro stutterings galore.”
“The game frequently drops frames, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“Performance issues persist, with long loading times and inconsistent frame rates.”
