Tiebreak

"Licenses don't matter if you drop the ball."

Revamped, definitive version of the official game of the ATP and WTA

Tiebreak: The Official game of the ATP and WTA appears to be a competitor to Top Spin, but it is well behind. At least for now...

On the surface Tiebreak: Official Game of the ATP & WTA is a well constructed and playable Tennis title, but often its mechanics had me feeling a bit frustrated. It felt more simplistic to get to grips with than Top Spin 2K25, but the mechanics and AI become infuriating to deal with at times. If you’re looking for a Tennis title though that has the largest roster available with accurate atmosphere and feel of the real sport though, this one might be for you. But in my opinion it does fall short in terms of gameplay and modes despite its excellent presentation. I do hope Big Ant Studios return next year though with some refreshed mechanics to compliment its sterling work everywhere else.

TIEBREAK: Official Game of the ATP and WTA is one of those titles that perhaps should have remained in early access for a while longer so that all its flaws could be ironed out. Issues with movement and gameplay, responsiveness, and a career mode that doesn’t allow you to develop your player or improve and boost their attributes—none of this is particularly exciting. On top of that, this is a PC game that doesn’t support a mouse or keyboard at all. I can only wholeheartedly recommend this title to true enthusiasts or players who are willing to wait until the developers get it together, as they’ve promised.

TIEBREAK: Official Game of the ATP and WTA represents a significant advancement in tennis gaming, thanks to its detailed graphics and official ATP and WTA licenses, which offer a rich roster of athletes and tournaments. The gameplay, a balance between simulation and arcade, engages players with a strategic and rewarding experience. However, the title suffers from technical problems. Stiff animations and sound bugs compromise its fluidity, while the online mode is limited by sparsely populated servers and latency issues, reducing the competitive experience. Despite these critical issues, TIEBREAK has the potential to become a reference simulation. If Big Ant Studios fixes the flaws with future updates, the game could establish itself in the genre. At the moment, however, it remains promising but still far from rivaling established titles such as Top Spin.

Top Spin from 2k is no longer the only representative of its kind, and the calm surface of tennis waters is about to be disturbed by Tiebreak produced by Big Ant Games. Despite some shortcomings, you will enjoy tennis in the game.

The licenses and the extensive roster of athletes are a plus, but the sensitivity of the controls and the depth of the movements delivered can cause despair.

Whether you’re planning to dive into career mode or want to wade through history in the Djokovic Slam Challenge, hours of tennis gameplay are bolstered by crisp graphics and a deep roster. There’s just no denying that Tiebreak is the best tennis game available today.

A successful tennis player who finally has a chance to make contact with the greats of the genre. Maybe she won't fight for a Grand Slam yet, but it's clear that she's gradually moving towards it.