Final Match Tennis (TurboGrafx-16) Playthrough [4K]
1"Final Match Tennis" for the TurboGrafx-16 is a tennis simulation game developed by Human Entertainment and released in 1991. It offers players an immersive and realistic tennis experience on the TurboGrafx-16 platform. The game features options to play exhibition matches, embark on a tour, or engage in practice sessions. Players can choose from a roster of 16 different characters, including notable tennis stars like Edberg, Lendl, McEnroe, and Chen.
The controls are simple, with each button assigned a specific shot: one for a normal shot, another for a slice, and the Start button for a lob. This simplicity is effective, although the lob tends to be less useful due to its short distance, often resulting in an opponent's smash. You press the button to execute a shot and use the directional arrows to position the ball. The direction of the ball depends on factors like timing and proximity to the ball, requiring practice to master, but this is typical of most tennis games.
The game offers a balanced level of difficulty and challenge, with balls easily sailing out of bounds, necessitating precision in shot placement. While this can be frustrating at times, it feels fair and adds to the challenge. Each player is well-balanced, with varying strengths and weaknesses that reflect their real-life counterparts.
There's a seamless transition between points, with minimal downtime between balls, enhancing the flow of gameplay. The slice and lob shots are not as effective as they should be, and the baseline player struggles near the net, particularly on grass surfaces, where stop balls frequently hit the net. Overall, "Final Match Tennis" offers an enjoyable and engaging tennis experience despite some minor flaws.