Play Tennis Masters Series 2003 (E)(Independent) Online
You’d expect a GBA tennis game to feel stiff, but this one’s got surprisingly tight rallies—those pixelated blobs somehow make nailing a perfect winner feel amazing. Doubles turns into glorious chaos when your AI partner whiffs an easy volley and you’re left scrambling.
I picked up Tennis Masters Series 2003 on the Game Boy Advance back when it came out, published by Microids. It was one of those sports titles that tried to bring a bit of console-style tennis to the handheld, and for its time, it fit right in with what you could expect from the GBA library. The graphics were simple, but it had a certain charm that made it stand out among other portable sports games.
You control a professional tennis player, aiming to win tournaments by defeating opponents across various courts and surfaces. The core gameplay involves timing your shots, managing stamina, and positioning your player to return the ball effectively. Signature mechanics include executing different shot types like topspin and slice, as well as building up a special meter that lets you unleash a powerful shot when timed correctly. The pacing is brisk, with matches that can feel challenging but fair once you get the hang of the controls. It feels satisfying to outmaneuver an opponent and clinch a close match with a well-placed winner.
Download Tennis Masters Series 2003 (E)(Independent) ROM
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