TORSO TENNIS

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TORSO TENNIS is a single player casual sport game. It was developed by Michael Mato and was released on September 24, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

TORSO TENNIS is a grid-based action roguelike where you play as a torso acquiring limbs and tattoos to enhance your tennis skills. Use an autobattler-inspired shop to buy, upgrade, or steal limbs, and experiment with builds like spawning critters, debuffing opponents, or defensive dinosaur setups. Strategically combine upgrades to dominate and become a Tennis God.

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Audience ScoreBased on 58 reviews

gameplay7 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Torso Tennis offers a unique and refreshing take on the roguelike genre with engaging gameplay mechanics and a charming art style.
The game is highly addictive, providing a 'just one more run' feeling with plenty of build-crafting options and strategic depth.
It's a fun and chaotic experience that appeals to both casual players and roguelike enthusiasts, all at an affordable price.

The game may lack long-term replayability due to repetitive boss encounters and limited variety in challenges.
Some builds can feel overpowered or underwhelming, indicating a need for better balance among gameplay mechanics.
The tutorial can be boring and may not effectively convey the game's depth, potentially discouraging new players.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Torso Tennis is engaging and addictive, featuring a unique grid-based tennis battle system that incorporates build-crafting and simple yet strategic mechanics. Players appreciate the game's replay value, fast-paced action, and the ability to carry over elements from past runs, although some feel that the novelty may wear off over time. Overall, the combination of fun mechanics, a distinctive art style, and a tight gameplay loop makes it a compelling experience for fans of roguelikes.
- “Gameplay is really engaging, and I honestly really like how the game allows you to carry over a few things from past runs.”
- “This game has a ton of replay value, fun mechanics, and a unique art style with tons of character.”
- “Torso Tennis takes an oddball battle system foundation and pushes it to its absolute limit, featuring limbs (equippable cards) that modify almost every mechanic in the game.”
- “Items are simple, the gameplay is simple, the synergies are simple, yet at the same time there is a lot to consider.”
- “Outside of the primary gameplay loop, it plays like any roguelike worth its salt, with a synergistic, emergent combo system similar to Balatro and Nubby.”
- “The mechanics are simple enough to pick up quickly but there's a ton of depth with the different builds you can put together.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their unique and charming art style, reminiscent of the 90s and early 2000s, which adds character and enhances the gameplay experience. Many reviewers highlight the visuals as stunning and avant-garde, contributing to the game's overall appeal, while some note that the quirky aesthetic may not be for everyone but ultimately complements the fun mechanics. Overall, the art style is considered one of the standout features, making it one of the best-looking indie projects in recent memory.
- “The visuals are weirdly stunning, complementing the bizarre characters you encounter along the way.”
- “Absolutely gorgeous art style, and very fun/frantic mechanics!”
- “It's also one of the best looking indie projects I've seen in recent memory, the art style is 10/10.”
- “Not personally a fan of these kinds of art styles, but I got over it during gameplay and it's not super intrusive.”
- “The graphics are so unique too!”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is praised for its uniqueness, complementing the distinctive gameplay and vibrant art style. Players appreciate the incorporation of jungle music, which enhances the overall experience and sets it apart from other titles.
- “Very unique gameplay that's nothing quite like anything I've played before, and the lovely art style and music enhance the experience.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The soundtrack doesn't match the game's atmosphere, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The audio quality of the music is subpar, leading to a disappointing listening experience.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While some users feel the game lacks replayability, others praise it for its high replay value, engaging mechanics, and distinctive art style, suggesting a mixed reception regarding this aspect.
- “This game has a ton of replay value, fun mechanics, and a unique art style with tons of character.”
- “Cool idea, but feels like it lacks replayability.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is highly praised, with players finding it exceptionally funny, which enhances the overall enjoyment of the gameplay experience.
- “Really funny, of course, but the game itself is very fun too.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a strong emotional connection to the game, appreciating its value and content relative to its price, which contrasts sharply with their experiences in other, more expensive indie games. This sentiment highlights a sense of satisfaction and fulfillment that enhances their overall gaming experience.