Play Mario Tennis Online
Start as a tennis newbie at the academy, grinding drills until your backhand actually lands where you want it to—those stat boosts feel earned. The RPG stuff sneaks up on you between smacking balls and dealing with overly serious tennis rivals.
I first played Mario Tennis on the Game Boy Color back in 2000, a Nintendo release that felt right at home on the handheld. It was a time when portable games were getting deeper, and this one stood out by blending sports with light role-playing elements, something not many other titles attempted on the system.
You control a custom tennis student aiming to rise through the ranks of the academy. The main goal is to win tournaments and improve your skills through practice matches and story-driven challenges. Signature mechanics include special shot types, which you charge and aim strategically, and an equipment system that subtly alters your stats. The pacing is steady, with matches that demand focus but rarely feel overwhelming. It feels satisfying to see your character grow stronger with each victory.
Download Mario Tennis ROM
You can download this ROM to play Mario Tennis offline using an Game Boy Color emulator (Top Emulators).
*This ROM is provided for backup and educational purposes only.
