Metascore
71 out of 100

Mixed or average reviews - based on 24 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 24
  2. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. 62
    A passable first entry into a potential new series that still has a lot of untapped potential.
  2. The tennis is merely average, but the challenges and minigames in Sega Superstars Tennis are creatively done and a lot of fun.
  3. It's a fun and more complete alternative to Wii Sports tennis. Being able to move the character with the control stick is huge.
  4. While the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions include online play and improved graphics, I surprisingly had a lot more fun on the Wii.
  5. SEGA fans, run don't walk to the shops, but be prepared to give Superstars a few hours before the gameplay starts hugging you as hard as the graphics and sound. Everyone else, dust off Virtua Tennis 3 for a more complete alternative.
  6. So, bottom line: should you get Sega Superstars Tennis? If all you have is a Wii, then even with its shortcomings compared to other versions, absolutely. Pick up a Classic Controller while you're at it for the mission mode.
  7. 67
    It's just a shame that, due to Sega's mismanagement of its properties over the last decade or so, Superstars Tennis comes too late to fully resonate with today's gaming audience.
  8. As long as one is willing to accept the fact that Sega Superstars Tennis is attuned to the younger crowd and does not expect an experience anywhere near as deep as the beloved Virtua Tennis - then Sega Superstars fits the bill.
  9. There's more than enough here to luv for Sega fans big and small. [Apr 2008, p.64]
  10. Entertaining enough at first, but lacking any staying power. [Apr 2008, p.78]
  11. That said, Sega Superstars Tennis is a love letter to Sega fans; if you consider yourself a fan at all, it's a must buy. [Apr 2008, p.85]
  12. 65
    Sega Superstars Tennis mixes tennis and mini games and unfortunately doesn't really excel at either.
  13. If you seek out this kind of game, it will not be perfect, but it's at least a decent way to waste time and has some rewarding goals for playing.
  14. Its mini-games are definitely its highlight but once the novelty of them wears off, you’ll probably want to play the original titles rather than continue playing this one.
  15. Looks and sounds a lot nicer than it plays. [May 2008, p.58]
  16. This has overtaken "Wii Sports" as our favourite tennis experience on the Wii. It's great fun even if you're not a Sega fan, but the lack of online is an insult to Wii gamers. [Apr 2008, p.70]
  17. Ultimately Sega Superstars Tennis is yet another frivolous entry in the Wii Catalogue.
  18. 80
    If you’re looking for a good game of tennis as well as a great collection of SEGA-based goodness, look no further than SEGA Superstars Tennis.
  19. A surprisingly good celebration of all things Sega. If you liked Mario Tennis, you'll like this too. Entertaining stuff.
  20. 70
    Sega Superstars Tennis isn’t the best tennis game out there, especially since the actual tennis isn’t even as close to being as smooth or challenging as something like the Virtua Tennis or Top Spin games, but it can be just as rewarding for Sega fans and those people looking for a simple and fun approach to the sport.
  21. The mission mode falls flat due to its repetition -- it takes too long to unlock rewards and the missions are too samey to be very pleasurable.
  22. 60
    I wouldn't recommend that version of Sega Superstars Tennis to anyone who isn't a massive fan of the company. I had high hopes, but with so many simple yet crucial issues here, it looks like we're going to have to wait for the inevitable sequel before truly enjoying our trip down memory lane.
  23. A superbly well-rounded piece of family entertainment, and a cut above "Wii Tennis." [Issue#21, p.64]
User Score

Mixed or average reviews- based on 10 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 3
  3. Negative: 3 out of 3
  1. KevinNelson
    2
    If you want a frustrating game that has a very hard learning curve, this is the game for you! I was looking for a tennis game similar to Wii Tennis that has some more features. I was right about more features; the ability to agitate you! If you want to play a tennis game on Wii, stick with Wii Tennis for now. Full Review »
  2. 1
    I feel like after sonic adventure 2 sega games go down hill, but I'm not saying all sega games after SA2 suck, but most of them suck, and this just prooves my point. It is hard to controll and not fun at all. DO NOT LET THE BEGINING MOVIE FOOL YOU!! It looks fun but it's not! Full Review »
  3. joes
    3
    This is yet another horrible attempt at trying to make a few quick bucks.Other game company could probably outnumber the amount of people who could possibly ever love this game in any shape or form by millions (not superman 64). They used to make the best games ever but now they can't even make a good platform game. I play sonic the hedgehog 1,2,3, and knuckles and I feel betrayed by SEGA. Full Review »