Presenting "Match Point: Tennis Championship," a realistic strategy tennis game, on Thursday, July 7, 2022! Presenting PS4 & PS5 versions!

Akiba Research Institute is currently running a giveaway campaign for one PS4 package and two PS5 packages of "Match Point: Tennis Championship," which will be released on Thursday, July 7, 2022.

The realistic strategy tennis game "Match Point: Tennis Championship" goes on sale today, Thursday, July 7, 2022.

⇒[ Released today] New "Match Point: Tennis Championship" review!　Aim for the top of the world in this realistic tennis game that pursues realism!

Match Point: Tennis Championship" is a tennis game that pursues realistic strategy tennis. The game allows players to create their own players through the MPT Tour, which simulates the real world of tennis, in order to achieve the Grand Slam that every tennis player has dreamed of at least once.

Experience the simplicity and realism of tennis!

Players can enjoy realistic player movements with simple controls!
The first step to victory is to find your own "winning strategy" by assessing ball types, court conditions, and the strengths and weaknesses of your opponents.

Simple Matches and Complex Strategies

Strategy is the key to a realistic tennis experience! Knowing the characteristics of the court, using different techniques, and understanding the characteristics of your opponent will give you the upper hand in the game.

Beautiful graphics, realistic motion, and fun as a game are combined. The game can be enjoyed immediately after startup without complicated settings.

The speed of the ball, the height of the bounce, and acceleration change depending on the type of court, such as grass, clay, or hard. Respond flexibly to any conditions.

Is your opponent a higher-ranked player? Or is it a lower-ranked opponent? What are their strengths and weaknesses?
Deep observation and analysis will deepen your understanding of your rivals and help you gain the upper hand in the game.

You need the best coach for your stage of growth. Hire a coach who is skilled in teaching attack, defense, conditioning... the areas you want to strengthen and overcome!

*Hiring a coach requires a certain rank (MPT rank).

Various Game Modes

You can challenge the world not only in single-player, but also in local and online matching matches.

Difficulty settings: Amateur/Semi-professional/Professional

＜Local (1-2 players)
Career Mode "MY CAREER
This mode allows players to compete in Match Point Tournaments (MPT) held throughout the year with their original characters. Participation conditions, ELO, and rewards differ depending on the grade of the tournament. Earn ranking points and unlock new equipment by participating in training and exhibition events held in between tours!

■Quick Match "QUICK MATCH
A mode to enjoy playing against the CPU, which has mastered the art of strategy.
Top professional tennis players from around the world appear in real names!

■PRACTICE
Play against a tennis machine.

■TRAINING
Play with the skills you've learned.

Tutorial
Learn how to operate the machine.

<Online (1-2 players)

RANK MATCH
Play against other players online and compete for ranking.
Rank categories: NORANK/BRONZE/SILVER/GOLD/MASTER

■Casual Match "CASUAL MATCH

A mode in which players compete in quick matches against players from around the world.

■FRIEND MATCH

Invite your friends to play a quick match.

◆CAREER MODE: Aiming for a Grand Slam
Aiming for the Grand Slam (top 100 ranking), which every tennis player dreams of at least once, players can create their own player through the MPT Tour, which imitates the real world of tennis. Players can enhance their performance and equipment by training, playing mini-games, and participating in exhibitions to develop their parameters. Players can also improve their skills through a series of matches to raise their world ranking.
In "Match Point: Tennis Championships," players can aim for the top of the world in tournaments that mimic the actual tennis world tour, such as the MPT Open*, MPT Championships, and MPT Elite*.
*Players can compete in each of these tournaments by achieving the required ranking.

Quick matches against the world's top professionals

Players can challenge the world's top pros with their own characters or choose their favorite players.
In order to compete with the top pros with a character of your own creation, you must strengthen your character in the Career Mode.
When you take on the top pros with your customized character, you may find it almost impossible to stand a chance at first** As you play more matches and move up the MPT rankings, your game controls will become more refined, and your parameters will be enhanced through rewards and new equipment. You'll find yourself rallying against the top pros. Enjoy the process of rising to the top of the game while feeling a sense of accomplishment and growth in each phase of the game.
The challenge of playing against the pros changes dramatically with the three levels of difficulty, not to mention the ** parameters!

The world's top players who are leading the world of tennis today appear in the game!
Kei Nishikori from Japan is also included!

(1) Message from Kei Nishikori

(2) Game Play Trailer

(3)Launch Trailer

Legend DLC" DL code for paid downloadable content

Legendary tennis players, Tommy Haas (Germany) and Tim Henman (England), former world No. 2 and No. 4 players respectively, will join the game as Legends. The old games of the past will come back to life!

＜Digital version
Match Point: Tennis Championship Full Game: 7,450 yen (tax included)
Match Point: Tennis Championship Legend Edition: 8,195 yen (tax included)
Match Point: Tennis Championship Legend DLC: 1,043 yen (tax included)

The packaged version includes a DL code for the paid Legend DLC for 7,450 yen (tax included)

Product Information
Match Point: Tennis Championship
Release date:
・July 7, 2022 (Thursday)
　 Compatibility:PlayStation5/PlayStation4/Steam /Xbox Series X|S,Xbox One
　*Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass will be supported from the distribution start date.
October 20 , 2022 (Thursday)
Compatibility: Nintendo Switch
Price: 7,450 yen (including tax)
Genre: Sports
Players: Offline: 1-2 players / Online: 1-2 players
CERO: A (for all ages)
Language: Text: Japanese / English Voice: Japanese / English
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Giveaway Information

Akiba Research Institute is currently running a giveaway campaign where one PS4 package and two PS5 packages of "Match Point: Tennis Championship" will be raffled off.

Please check out the entry requirements below and enter the giveaway.

Outline of the Campaign for Winners

<Prize
Match Point: Tennis Championship
PS4 package x 1
PS5 package x 2

<Entry requirements
Application period: July 7, 2022 (Thu) - July 14, 2022 (Thu) 23:59
Number of winners:

　PS4 package x 1 winner
　PS5 package x 2 winners

Announcement of winners: Prizes will be shipped to winners.
Prizes will be sent out sequentially.
How to enter: Please fill out the application form below.

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