Kalypso announces a new sports title dedicated to tennis, it will be called Matchpoint – Tennis Championship: that’s all we know.
Announcement trailer and details of the new Matchpoint – Tennis Championship
The publisher Kalypso Media and the Australian developer Torus Games they just announced Matchpoint – Tennis Championships, a brand new title that offers players an immersive and authentic experience dedicated to tennis. The game will be available in Spring of 2022 per PlayStation 4|5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC e Nintendo Switch.
An engaging announcement trailer offers a first look at the tennis simulator and focuses on realistic scenarios and player reactions in the exciting world of tennis. Using the right tactics, clever player positioning and the use of authentic ball physics that are a central part of the gameplay, players will be able to compete in tennis tournaments and competitions around the world. In Matchpoint – Tennis Championships sophisticated character animations and unprecedented player control are combined, thus delivering a realistic experience.
Like a modern tennis game, Matchpoint – Tennis Championships promises a dynamic and immersive gameplay experience with an extensive career mode and a unique rivalry system.
The game features 16 global tennis stars
Upon launch in Matchpoint – Tennis Championships 16 famous tennis stars will be integrated. From current number two in the world rankings Danill Medvedev – to other top ten globally ranked players such as Garbine Muguruza, Andrey Rublev, Casper Ruud and Hubert Hurkaczs. It will also be possible to select other famous players such as Nick Kyrgios, Benoit Paire, Heather Watson, Hugo Gaston, Madison Keys, Victoria Azarenka, Carlos Alcaraz and Pablo Carreno Busta.
Taylor Fritz, Amanda Anisimova and Kei Nishikori will be available at launch and together with Garbine Muguruza and Danill Medvedev have expressed their enthusiasm for Matchpoint – Tennis Championships in several videos on the publisher’s Youtube channel:
Furthermore, the integration of sports and fashion brands such as Uniqlo, Nike and Head – all present in the game and in the equipment of the players – will add an authentic atmosphere in the game.
Some of the features of Matchpoint – Tennis Championship.
- Start your journey in single player or online multiplayer mode. A deep career mode with a merit-based ranking system allows for accurate and competitive matchmaking.
- Create your own 3D tennis star. Choose your look and play style with a variety of customization options, including realistic techniques such as left-handed, right-handed, one-handed or two-handed backhand.
- Dominate the court as a tennis pro. Matchpoint – Tennis Championships features 16 real-life international tennis stars of the professional circuit, including Nick Kyrgios, Kei Nishikori and Amanda Anisimova.
- Fully customize your athlete and accessories. The game includes equipment from all tennis brands, including UNIQLO, HEAD and many more, giving players the ability to use their own equipment, from rackets to clothing. Unlock special equipment by winning competitive matches.
- Master all the shots in style. Determine the outcome of a match by choosing the best technique for the moment: topspin, flat, lob or slice shot.
- Take on opponents in local or online matches: Defeat challenging AI opponents or challenge your friends and rivals in a virtual tennis duel.
- Study your rival’s moves and tactics. Observe your opponents and know their strengths and weaknesses to gain a tactical advantage before even taking the field.
- Practice makes perfect: Hire a personal coach to hone your skills. Improve your strengths and decrease your weaknesses with an in-game coaching system of individual training modules.
- Perfect your tactics in Practice and Training modes: Discover various mini-games to hone your play style and become a force to be reckoned with on the pitch.
- Compete in spectacular locations around the world. Each field has its own unique characteristics; study your playing arenas and adapt your game taking into account grass, clay and hard courts.
- Replay mode. Capture the fiercest encounters and decisive matchpoints on film and study the results to improve your game.