Tennis Elbow 4 (2021)

Developer: Mana Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Indie, Simulation, Sports, Early Access
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 1,088 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 12 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense and precise simulation that demands quick reflexes and tactical thinking to master realistic tennis rallies.

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What players say

Players praise the simulation-style tennis that rewards shot choice and footwork over timing, calling it the most realistic game since Virtua Tennis 3. The learning curve is steep and some find the online system lacking, but the mod community and competitive tours keep players invested for hundreds of hours. A few report missing controller vibration on Mac.

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