Mario Tennis Open is the first installment of this classic sports franchise, available exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS. Designed to kick off a solo tennis career, players can showcase their skills in both local and online multiplayer modes. The roster includes the most popular characters from the plumber's universe, as well as the option to play with customizable Mii characters. There are dozens of items to enhance your abilities. Created by the renowned studio Camelot, the title offers numerous gameplay options: tournaments, exhibition matches, Mario-themed mini-games, and the ability to choose from a dozen multiplayer modes. The game also allows up to four players to compete using a single cartridge. And of course, you can optionally play in 3D tennis, as if you were on the court.