This recent announcement has stirred excitement among fans, as details emerged about a game coming to a new console in just about a month. The unveiling happened during a prominent industry showcase, and the presentation was coupled with tributes to a celebrated anniversary from last year. Enthusiasts are now discussing what fresh features and surprises the upcoming title has in store.

The game introduces an innovative journey mode, several additional tennis maneuvers, and a revolutionary mechanic known as the Fever Rackets. This new system allows players to mix and match with nearly 38 different playable characters. The reveal reminded everyone that the launch is scheduled for February 12 on the next-generation system, and while further specifics and previews are expected soon, heated debates have already begun about which characters will complete the most extensive roster in the series by Camelot.

In the initial trailer, 24 characters were showcased, leaving a mystery surrounding 14 additional competitors. Many fans have speculated about the nature of these secret entrants. Predictions tend to lean towards familiar faces such as an iconic skeletal competitor from previous tennis adventures and a fiery version of a well-known rival, alongside wild guesses that include characters from a memorable primate extravaganza series, as well as a youthful heroine from that franchise. Other guesses even include a notorious returning foe and a beloved primate participant. Moreover, hints suggest that this title may include elements reminiscent of another popular platform adventure, which could introduce characters like a charming, chatty flora serving as a guide during the tournament, as well as the persistent offspring of the central antagonist.

The update provided not long after this discussion confirmed the remaining hidden lineup as seen in the new overview trailer. It stated that the 14 secret characters had indeed been revealed—though notably, the youthful heroine from earlier speculation will will be excluded from the final roster.

• New journey mode and extra tennis maneuvers
• Revolutionary Fever Rackets system with 38 playable characters
• Initial trailer featured 24 characters, with 14 still to be unveiled