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Mario Tennis Aces are out and the reviews are excellent.
Clearly, this is the game fans wanted.
Despite the somewhat lukewarm response to the Adventure Mode, it’s looking like this
will be one of the most successful Nintendo games of late.
Just one more game that makes me really want a Switch.
But there are a few things that not everyone knows about, whether it’s behind the scenes
stuff or in-game tips.
So let’s talk about them.
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But before you do that, get ready, it’s time to talk about the Secrets you Missed
in Mario Tennis!
First and foremost, we have secret characters.
The game starts with 15 characters unlocked, most of whom were around in previous games.
However, you'll be able to unlock new characters by playing in the monthly online tournaments.
If you earn enough points, you'll unlock the character of the month.
July will be Koopa Troopa, and August will be Blooper the Squid.
I’m not sure how long the monthly characters will continue, but I think it’s safe to
say the roster will be filling up considerably.
It should be noted though if you don’t want to play the tournament, don’t worry.
Tournament play only gets you early access to the character.
The month after the tournament, everyone else will gain access to them.
So don’t fret, but if you want exclusive early access, you’d better get practicing!
Next, we have the Alternate Mario Costume.
This is a secret that will be a bit bittersweet to some people.
Those who played in the Demo Tournament a while back received a cool little gift: A
Classic Mario outfit.
It's pretty neat, but unfortunately, it's no longer available.
If you didn't play in the tournament, you're out of luck.
And it’s not that it’s an exclusive skin; it’s that there aren’t any skins or outfits
in the game at the moment.
However, I’m pretty optimistic that we’ll see more costumes in the future.
So don’t lose hope yet.
Up next is Alternate Courts.
When you first start the game, you have just one court: The Marina Stadium.
It's pretty cool, and you can select between Grass, Clay, or Hardcourts, but it could get
old after a while.
But good news, everyone!
You can unlock a bunch of new and interesting courts by playing the Adventure Mode.
Whenever you finish each of the five areas, you'll unlock a new court.
And you can add a bunch of weird hazards, that make the game even more interesting.
Want a giant mast in the middle of the court?
Easy.
Want mirrors that reflect your shots?
No problem.
It really adds to the replay value and incentivizes the Adventure mode, which many aren't super
impressed with.
Next, we have the many types of shots.
Uh, I mean, types of SECRET shots.
That’s the ticket.
Now, everyone knows about the special shots, where you charge up your energy gauge and
perform an awesome, character-specific special move.
They’re super strong, and can even KO the enemy.
Obviously, I can’t go into each one, but here’s a montage of them.
However, perhaps the most useful, and least understood is the trick shot.
You can use a trick shot to reach pretty much any shot.
To do this, just tap the right analog stick in the direction you want to move.
This locks you into the trick shot animation, so there's no going back, and no changing
direction.
Your character will pull some sweet moves, and when they go to swing the racket, press
a button to use the desired shot.
For example, press A to give topspin, B for slice shot, etc.
It’s difficult to master because the timing is really tough, but it definitely pays off.
Finally, I have a little secret about the energy gauge.
If I use the word secret that means it counts right?
Right.
Anyway, while everyone knows you fill your energy gauge by making shots, there are actually
ways to fill it faster.
Longer rallies definitely help, although they also help your opponent, so that’s not the
best to focus on.
But the big secret is that Trick Shots give you a pretty significant energy bonus.
Just be aware that if you time it poorly, it will use up some Energy rather than granting
it, so it's pretty risky, but it can really help you to fill up that bar.
Which means you can use your Special Shot.
Which is awesome.
Don’t make me bust out that montage again.
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