Move aside, Mario Tennis
- by Liam Doolan
Gameloft and Old Skull Games have this week announced Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! will be coming to the Switch on 28th May 2026.
This follows Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis, which was released as part of the Apple Arcade subscription service in 2022 and was removed a year later.
The Switch release comes with 15 “iconic” Nickelodeon characters, local and solo play, story mode, mini-games and tournament mode. Here’s a bit about what to expect from the Switch version, according to a Nintendo store listing. We’ve also got some screenshots:
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Pick your star player from among 15 iconic Nickelodeon characters from SpongeBob SquarePants, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and more!
Choose from over 500 outfits and accessories to customize your Nickelodeon character your way, and show off your personality on the tennis court. Turn the tide of the match with powerful ultimate abilities that are unique to every character!
Play Solo or Local 1v1: Challenge a friend or family member to a 1v1 couch co-op split-screen tennis match, or play in Story Mode at your own speed!
From classic matches to fun mini-games, there’s something for everyone. Embark on a narrated Story Mode, dive into Mini-Games for extra fun, or rise to the top in Tournament Mode to claim your victory!
Would you be interested in another all-star Nickelodeon release on the Switch? Have you played many other Nickelodeon games in the past? Let us know in the comments.
[source nintendoeverything.com]
Liam is a news writer and reviewer on Nintendo Life. He’s been writing about games for more than 15 years and is a lifelong fan of many iconic video game characters.
