Grand Slam: World Class Tennis
| Company type | Video game |
|---|---|
| Industry | Video games |
| Founded | 1986 |
| Founder | Tom Maremaa (developer) |
| Products | Sports video games |
Grand Slam: World Class Tennis is a sports video game from 1986, released by Infinity Software for the Macintosh and Amiga systems.
Development
The game began as a basic tennis title created by MacroMind. Former professional tennis player Tom Maremaa later obtained the original code and teamed up with two developers to transform it into a comprehensive tennis simulation. It initially debuted on the Macintosh platform in 1986, with an Amiga version released later that same year.
Gameplay
Grand Slam: World Class Tennis offers a simulation of the prestigious Grand Slam events, delivering a gameplay experience focused on dynamic tennis action and strategic player positioning.
Reception
Frank C. Boosman of Computer Gaming World referred to the title as "a diamond in the rough," recognizing its promise pending further refinement. Reviewers David M. Wilson and Johnny L. Wilson emphasized the game's advanced action mechanics, particularly the critical role of positioning. MacUser awarded it 4 out of 5 mice, praising its effective blend of simulation and engaging gameplay despite some control challenges.
Reviews
- ACE (Advanced Computer Entertainment) - December 1987
- ASM (Aktueller Software Markt) - April 1987
- Tilt - April 1987
- Raze - December 1990