Mario Tennis Fever brings the largest character roster the series has ever seen, and picking the right main can make or break your competitive climb. With 38 playable characters spanning power hitters, speedy baseline runners, and tricky spin specialists, you've got options for every playstyle imaginable. Whether you're a returning veteran from Mario Tennis Aces or stepping onto the court for the first time, this guide breaks down every character, their strengths, and where they land in the current meta.
Who Are the Best Characters in Mario Tennis Fever?
The community has been grinding matches since launch, and early tier rankings are starting to solidify. Power-type characters like Bowser, Wario, and Chain Chomp dominate the upper tiers thanks to their ability to end rallies quickly with devastating shots. Speed characters such as Toad, Yoshi, and Diddy Kong remain fan favorites for players who prefer a defensive, court-coverage approach.
Best Mario Tennis Fever Characters Tier List
Character Attribute Breakdown
Every character in Mario Tennis Fever specializes in one of five core attributes. Understanding these helps you pick a main that matches your natural playstyle:
Complete Mario Tennis Fever Character Roster
Here's every playable character organized by their primary attribute. You'll find 38 total fighters ready to hit the court.
Power Characters
Power characters end rallies fast. Their shots push opponents back and create opportunities for winners.
- Luigi (Series debut: Mario's Tennis)
- Wario (Series debut: Mario Tennis N64)
- Waluigi (Series debut: Mario Tennis N64)
- Bowser (Series debut: Mario Tennis N64)
- Donkey Kong (Series debut: Mario Tennis N64)
- Spike (Series debut: Mario Tennis Aces)
- Chain Chomp (Series debut: Mario Tennis Aces)
- Petey Piranha (Series debut: Mario Power Tennis)
- Boom Boom (Series debut: Mario Tennis Aces)
- Dry Bowser (Series debut: Mario Tennis Open)
- Baby Luigi (Series debut: Mario Tennis Fever, newcomer)
- Baby Wario (Series debut: Mario Tennis Fever, newcomer)
Best Mario Tennis Fever Characters Tier List
Speed Characters
Speed characters cover the court effortlessly. They frustrate opponents by returning seemingly impossible shots.
- Pauline (Series debut: Mario Tennis Aces)
- Toad (Series debut: Mario's Tennis)
- Yoshi (Series debut: Mario's Tennis)
- Koopa Troopa (Series debut: Mario's Tennis)
- Diddy Kong (Series debut: Mario Power Tennis)
- Birdo (Series debut: Mario Tennis N64)
- Baby Mario (Series debut: Mario Tennis N64)
- Wiggler (Series debut: Mario Power Tennis)
- Nabbit (Series debut: Mario Tennis Fever, newcomer)
- Goomba (Series debut: Mario Tennis Fever, newcomer)
Control Characters
Control characters place shots with surgical precision. They excel at exploiting gaps in opponent positioning.
- Peach (Series debut: Mario's Tennis)
- Toadette (Series debut: Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash)
- Luma (Series debut: Mario Tennis Open)
- Shy Guy (Series debut: Mario Tennis N64)
- Paratroopa (Series debut: Mario Tennis N64)
- Piranha Plant (Series debut: Mario Tennis Fever, newcomer)
- Baby Peach (Series debut: Mario Tennis Open)
Peach shot placement
Spin Characters
Spin characters curve their shots unpredictably. They force opponents into awkward positions and create openings.
- Bowser Jr. (Series debut: Mario Power Tennis)
- Boo (Series debut: Mario Tennis N64)
- Kamek (Series debut: Mario Tennis Aces)
- Blooper (Series debut: Mario Tennis Aces)
- Dry Bones (Series debut: Mario Tennis Aces)
Hybrid and All-Round Characters
Some characters blend multiple attributes, offering flexibility at the cost of specialization.
- Mario (Speed/Power/Control)
- Daisy (Power/Control)
- Rosalina (All-round)
- Baby Waluigi (Power/Spin, newcomer)
What Characters Are New to Mario Tennis Fever?
Mario Tennis Fever introduces six brand-new characters to the series:
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How Do I Pick the Right Character?
Your ideal main depends on how you naturally approach matches. Ask yourself these questions:
Do You Prefer Ending Points Quickly?
Pick a Power character. Bowser and Chain Chomp hit like trucks and punish weak returns. You'll win fast or lose fast, so commit to aggressive positioning.
Do You Like Wearing Opponents Down?
Grab a Speed character. Toad and Diddy Kong retrieve everything and force opponents into making errors. Patience is your weapon.
Do You Enjoy Outsmarting Opponents?
Try a Spin or Control character. Boo and Kamek create deceptive shots that look one way and curve another. Peach and Shy Guy place shots exactly where opponents aren't.
Not Sure Yet?
Start with Mario or Rosalina. Their balanced stats let you experiment with different strategies before committing to a specialist.
Character Tier Rankings Overview
Based on community voting and early competitive results, here's how characters stack up:
Best Mario Tennis Fever Characters Tier List
These rankings will shift as players discover new techniques and the meta evolves. Don't let tier lists stop you from maining a character you genuinely enjoy playing.
Tips for Mastering Your Main
Once you've picked a character, focus on these fundamentals:
- Learn your character's Fever Racket ability since these powered-up shots can turn matches around
- Practice movement patterns in Training Mode before heading online
- Study matchups against characters that counter your playstyle
- Experiment with different court surfaces since some characters perform better on specific terrain
The key to improvement is repetition. Pick one character, stick with them for at least 50 matches, and you'll start seeing patterns in how opponents react to your shots.