Worldwide Tennis (2020) Board Game

Worldwide Tennis is a card game designed by Nicolas Ferru and released in in 2020. It is a sports-themed game that allows 1-2 players to simulate a tennis match using dice rolling and hand management mechanics. The game is suitable for players aged 12 and above and has a playing time of 15-90 minutes.

Game Components of Worldwide Tennis

2 decks of 65 cards each (labeled from 1A to 65A and from 1B to 65B)

1 score table

2 Player pieces

1 round yellow token (depicting the tennis ball)

6 score trackers for each player’s color

12 Star tokens

2 Player aid cards

1 20-sided die (d20)

1 6-sided die (d6) for Solo mode

2 double-sided boards depicting a tennis court

Challenge tokens and special cards.

How To Setup Worldwide Tennis

To set up the game, each player shuffles their deck and draws 6 cards, then draws an additional 6 cards to start with a hand of 12 cards. The Serve cards are separated and placed face-up between the players and the gameboard. Players determine who serves first by a toss. The score table and score trackers are set to zero, and the gameboard is positioned accordingly. In Solo mode, the player sets up the gameboard, score table, and Star tokens, and separates the deck to manage the virtual opponent’s actions.

Gameplay Mechanics and Game Objective

Mechanics

Hand management

Dice rolling

Game Objective

Win a decisive game or a match in the best of 2 or 3 sets.

Each card represents a stroke (serve, drop shot, volley, lob, smash), and players must manage their hand wisely to win points.

The game includes two difficulty levels, adaptable duration (from 15 to 90 minutes), a solo mode, and different surfaces with specific gameplay.

Player Experience

Worldwide Tennis offers a fast-paced and tactical experience that simulates the intensity of a real tennis match without requiring any knowledge of tennis. Players feel the adrenaline of tennis through the game’s immersive and strategic gameplay. The game is praised for its ability to engage players, even those not interested in tennis, with its simulation, strategy, atmosphere, and quality components.

Pros

Immersive and tense gameplay

Strategic and simulation-rich

High-quality components

Flexible duration

Solo mode available

Different surfaces with unique gameplay

Cons

No significant cons noted, but it may require some time to understand the advanced rules.

Personal Thoughts on Worldwide Tennis

Worldwide Tennis is ideal for anyone looking for a game that combines strategy, simulation, and excitement. It is perfect for both tennis enthusiasts and those new to the sport, as it requires no prior knowledge of tennis. The game’s adaptability in duration and the availability of a solo mode make it versatile for different types of players. If you enjoy tactical games with a strong thematic presence, Worldwide Tennis is a great choice.

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