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Mario Tennis Fever heads to Switch 2 on 12 February 2026

Grab a racket!

Mario Tennis Fever was today announced by Nintendo and heads to the Switch 2 on 12 February 2026.

“Swing into action with 30 different Fever Rackets, each with their own special abilities, and 38 playable characters – the most in series history,” Nintendo said of the upcoming title. “Pair topspins, slices, lobs and other familiar shots with new slide moves and defence-focused footwork.”

Also confirmed as “multiple modes to enjoy including Tournament, Trial Towers, Mix It Up mode (with Wonder effects), and Adventure mode, where Mario and friends are transformed into babies and must defeat monsters to return to normal. Plus, experience Joy-Con 2 motion controls with Swing Mode.”

Pre-orders for the title are already available on the Nintendo eShop. Take a look at the game’s trailer, above, and let us know what you think!

Expect Mario Tennis Fever from 12 February 2026 on Switch 2.


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