International 3D Tennis
| Company type | Video game publisher |
|---|---|
| Industry | Video games |
| Products | International 3D Tennis |
International 3D Tennis is a tennis video game released in 1990, developed by Sensible Software and published by Palace Software. It was made available on multiple platforms, including the Amiga, Atari ST, Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64, and ZX Spectrum.
Gameplay
Players can choose from three distinct modes: a single match, a tournament, or a season. The tournament mode features a selection of 72 unique competitions, while the season mode simulates a full year of tournament play. The game employs polygonal graphics and provides ten different camera perspectives. There are four levels of difficulty that progressively increase both the complexity of controls and the challenge posed by the AI opponents.
Reception
According to Amiga Format, although Pro Tennis Tour was considered superior, International 3D Tennis still offered reliable gameplay despite having less impressive graphics. Computer and Video Games commended it for delivering some of the finest tennis action off the court once players mastered its mechanics. The Games Machine emphasized its pioneering 3-D visuals, diverse shot options, and overall playability, describing it as one of the top sports titles on computer platforms. Your Sinclair appreciated the 3D gameplay but pointed out that the game suffered from slow performance.
External links
- International 3D Tennis at the Hall of Light
- International 3D Tennis at Lemon64
- International 3D Tennis at Spectrum Computing