Hot Shots take to the tennis court @ Gaming Target

Written by John Scalzo on April 24, 2007

News: Sony's popular Hot Shots series takes up the other country club game.

Sony has announced that Clap Hanz, the developers of the Hot Shots Golf franchise, will be taking it to the court this July in Hot Shots Tennis. The game will be coming to the PS2 for the budget price of $29.99.

Hot Shots Tennis will bring the same colorful style to tennis as the series does to golf:

With 14 unique playable characters and five umpires available in the game, there is never a shortage of distinct tennis skills or personality on the court. Players can also enjoy a variety of court surfaces such as hardcourt, clay, and grass, set amongst 11 spectacular locations including tropical beaches and ancient ruins.

"Hot Shots Tennis draws from Clap Hanz's success with the Hot Shots franchise by providing a social gaming experience that will appeal to casual players and tennis gaming fans alike," said Jeff Reese, Director, Software Marketing, Sony Computer Entertainment America. "Whether it's playing head-to-head or in a four-player doubles match with family and friends, this is a game that PlayStation 2 fans of all ages can enjoy."

The game will also feature a trio of modes that will give players of all types plenty of options:

Quick Play Mode allows players to take on the game's Artificial Intelligence, play head to head singles and doubles, or even engage in four-player doubles competition.

Challenge Mode allows players to advance through seven player classes to unlock new characters, costumes, umpires, and courts.

Training Mode is available to practice shot timing and angles for ground strokes, serves, volleys, and overhead smashes.

We'll have more on Hot Shots Tennis soon.