Mario Tennis: Power Tour Classic
Game Boy Color · Sports
Mario Tennis
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2000 |
| Genre | Sports |
| Developer | Camelot Software |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Mario Tennis |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 4 |
Developed by Camelot Software and published by Nintendo, Mario Tennis arrived on the Game Boy Color in 2000 as a sports game.
It landed about 2 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2000 include Wario Land 3, Super Mario Bros. Deluxe and Grand Theft Auto 2. Among the 100 GBC sports games in our database, it ranks #4 by legacy score.
It is part of the Mario Tennis series. The series also appears on other systems with Mario's Tennis (Virtual Boy) and Mario Tennis: Power Tour (GBA). Camelot Software also made Mobile Golf and Mario Golf for the GBC.
Mario Tennis supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to race and compete
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you need current teams and rosters
What playing Mario Tennis is like
Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.
Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.
Mario Tennis cheats & codes
53 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| P1 Score Modifier | 91??E4C8 |
|---|---|
| P1 Games Won Modifier | 91??E2C8 |
| P1 Set Modifier | 91??E0C8 |
| P2 Score Modifier | 91??E5C8 |
| P2 Games Won Modifier | 91??E3C8 |
| P2 Set Modifier | 91??E1C8 |
Mario Tennis walkthroughs & guides
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Playing GBC games today
GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.
Mario Tennis FAQ
When did Mario Tennis come out on the GBC?
Mario Tennis was released for the Game Boy Color in 2000.
Who made Mario Tennis?
It was developed by Camelot Software and published by Nintendo.
Is Mario Tennis multiplayer?
Yes. Mario Tennis supports up to 2 players.
How long does Mario Tennis take to play?
As a sports game, Mario Tennis typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.