Remember Slice of Life, the Switch-exclusive arcade-style tennis game that was revealed back in March 2020? Well, we've finally been treated to a new update on its progress, and a release date is right around the corner.
Originally planned to launch last summer, the game will now arrive on Nintendo's eShop on 8th October 2021. The new release date trailer (up above) gives us a fresh look at the game's story mode, where players take on the role of Drake Lacasse as he starts a new life at Rosegate University, makes new friends, and competes on the court.
The title is made up of an intriguing blend of story-driven narrative and arcade-style tennis – you can also take to the court with a friend for exhibition matches or minigames. Here's a feature list:
- Experience a twisting narrative filled with interesting friends and foes.
- Fast-paced arcade-style tennis action.
- A deep perk-based customization system.
- Character driven storylines and social links.
- Tons of unlockable Sub-Games to mix up gameplay.
- A huge soundtrack to flavor your time at Rosegate.
- Local multiplayer modes!
Slice of Life will be available to pick up for $6.99 when it launches next month.
Are you game? Let us know down below.
[source youtube.com, via nintendoeverything.com]
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Yeah this looks pretty good. Love the RPG mode in Mario Tennis GBA so this could be a good replacement.
Not 100% sure about it yet but I'm usually keen on sport games with story/RPG elements if done well so I'll keep an eye on it. It's pretty cheap so if early impressions are relatively positive I'll likely give it a go.
Great price. If the game is good I’m in.
@nessisonett That's the first thing I thought when I saw this. Especially the screenshots of the environment outside the actual matches, it looks like a clone of the Mario Tennis RPG. Considering I've been waiting 20+ years for another Mario Tennis RPG I'm not disappointed
Hrmm one I'll keep an eye on, but that trailer doesn't give much away on the tennis gameplay... looks like more of a love-story anime.
I'll keep an eye, but Sports Story may scratch this itch and be what I ultimately wait for.
Game looks cool (I think, anyway-they didn’t show much), but man, that is one of the most irritating trailers I’ve ever seen. Talking over music that is way too loud is…ugh.
Oooh they beat the delayed Sports Story to the starting grid!
I think I have to buy it just for the way it channels the World Ends with you
Oh my yessss, for that price I'm there day 1
Interesting actually. Will monitor this. Promising.
I liked the sound of this, until I saw the trailer. I really dislike the art style (looks like fan art) and the song in the trailer (if indicative of the game’s music) was horrific. Not much gameplay on display either.
Looks good , great price too.
I'll get it.
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