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Mario Tennis Fever slides to seventh in the UK physical charts after two weeks on the market, overtaken by EA Sports FC 26, Mario Kart World, Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Minecraft; Reanimal climbs to third in its second week with Switch 2 accounting for 20% of its sales, while Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition makes a notable jump back into the top 10, led by Switch 2 as its primary platform.
Kotaku’s review calls Mario Tennis Fever a barebones, perfunctory entry on Switch 2: a short, dull adventure campaign, mostly forgettable modes, and a hefty $70 price tag. The tennis gameplay is the best part but lacks depth, and while online multiplayer works, it doesn’t offer standout features. The reviewer suggests waiting for a sale or opting for Mario Tennis Aces instead, as Fever mostly misses its mark.
Mario Tennis Fever debuts strongly in the UK physical charts by landing at No. 2, just behind EA Sports FC 26, with several new entries entering the top 5–6 (Mario Kart World at No. 3, Reanimal at No. 4, The Sims 4: Royalty & Legacy at No. 5, and Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties at No. 6). Switch 2 titles are factoring into the mix, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe slips from the top 10, and the full Top 40 with platform breakdowns is provided.
Mario Tennis Fever for Nintendo Switch 2 refines core tennis gameplay with Fever Rackets and HP-based battles, offers a large roster and numerous unlockables, and emphasizes multiplayer and online play over a short adventure mode. While the adventure mode is brief, the game delivers solid content and a robust online experience, though a $69.99 price point may deter some buyers. Overall, it’s an improved, content-rich entry for fans of Mario sports games, especially those who value multiplayer chaos.
Mario Tennis Fever lands on Nintendo Switch 2 on February 12, 2026, introducing Fever Rackets and 38 playable characters (including Goomba, Nabbit, Piranha Plant, Baby Wario, and Baby Waluigi). A round of early reviews pools mixed-to-strong marks: IGN 7/10, GameSpot 8/10, Game Informer 7.5/10, Destructoid 8/10, GamesRadar 3.5/5, Gamereactor 6/10, Metro 4/5, while Polygon has no rating yet. The game offers modes like Trial Towers, Mix It Up, Tournament, Swing Mode, and a story mode, signaling a full-featured sports title for the Switch 2 library.
Nintendo’s Switch 2 is filling its lineup with a steady cadence of smaller releases and hardware-upgrade updates to bridge the gap until the big franchises arrive. Mario Tennis Fever launches this week, Animal Crossing: New Horizons gets a 3.0 upgrade, and a slate of mid‑tier titles (Pokopia, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave) join the calendar, alongside continued third‑party support (Fallout, Final Fantasy, Elder Scrolls, Resident Evil Requiem). Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa says these updates are key during the Switch 2 transition, so the platform will rely less on blockbuster releases and more on a steady, upgrade‑driven lineup.
Mario Tennis Fever on Switch 2 combines easy-to-understand Fever rackets with a grounded tennis feel to deliver strong core gameplay and surprisingly solid online multiplayer; visuals are sharp and performance steady, but the single-player adventure is short and fairly barebones, making it a standout choice for online play while a tougher sell for solo players at launch price.
Nintendo Life highlights Mario Tennis Fever's Switch 2 opening cutscene, which pairs Mario and Bowser in a high-energy court battle alongside Peach and Daisy, featuring Fever Rackets and flashy power-ups. The visuals look gorgeous with fine details and slow-motion effects, suggesting a handsome sports title, though opening cinematics aren’t a guarantee of in-game quality. Fever launches on February 12.
Gematsu’s weekly roundup highlights Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties releasing worldwide on PS5/PS4/Xbox Series/Switch 2 (and PC), with Mario Tennis Fever on Switch 2 and additional titles including ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN, BlazBlue: Entropy Effect X, REANIMAL, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, and more.
Nintendo is offering a free in-store demo of Mario Tennis Fever for Switch 2 via select kiosks across the U.S. (Best Buy, GameStop, Target, Walmart) and Canada (Best Buy, Walmart). The demo isn’t on the eShop yet, with the full game launching next week; Nintendo will also host launch events at stores in New York and San Francisco featuring the demo, photo ops, and gifts.
Nintendo previews Mario Tennis Fever for Switch 2 with a couch-friendly ad that nods to the Wii era of multiplayer. The ad highlights Fever Racket mechanics, new features, and family-friendly play ahead of the February 12, 2026 release, with early previews sounding positive.
Early previews of Mario Tennis Fever on Nintendo Switch 2 praise its solid core tennis gameplay, new Fever Rackets and varied multiplayer, while reviewers note potential concerns about content depth and the $70 price ahead of its February 12 launch.
Nintendo's Mario Tennis Fever trailer reveals amiibo support, allowing players to unlock themed tennis balls based on various characters by tapping specific amiibo figures, although ball speed remains unaffected; no additional features have been announced yet.
Nintendo has announced new pastel-colored Joy-Con controllers, Light Purple and Light Green, available for pre-order at $100, launching on February 12 alongside the game Mario Tennis Fever. These controllers feature motion controls, HD Rumble, NFC support, and a new Mouse Mode, with matching wrist straps, and are compatible with the upcoming Switch 2 console. Accessories and the Switch 2 Pro Controller are also available, with recent price increases.
Nintendo announced new light purple and light green Joy-Con color variants for the Switch 2, available for pre-order at $100, arriving with the game Mario Tennis Fever on February 12. The controllers feature standard motion controls and HD rumble, with a unique color placement on the inner rails, contrasting previous full-shell color options. Nintendo also released a gameplay video for Mario Tennis Fever highlighting new features.