Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash is a sports game and an installment in the spinoff series Mario Tennis.
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Story & Themes
Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash allows players to control a variety of Mario characters as they participate in 1 vs. 1 or 2 vs. 2 matches. A handful of different modes mix up the gameplay a bit by adding in new factors such as Mega Mushrooms or challenging the players to keep up a volley for as long as possible. Players can compete against computer AI-controlled opponents or challenge others in multiplayer mode.
Difficulty
Ultra Smash doesn't require too much strategy to play, and once players get into the back-and-forth rhythm of the gameplay, they should be good to go.
Heads Up!
Consumerism Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash is part of the huge Mario franchise of multiple video game series and plenty of merchandise.
Online Community
The game has an optional online multiplayer mode.
Conversation Starters
- Does Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash have enough content to keep you playing? Why/why not?
- How does the game compare to others in the Mario Tennis series, in your opinion?
- Is Ultra Smash more fun alone or with others? Why?