Tennis video games can capture the true essence and fun of the game is done properly.  SEGA, has just done this with a new installment to the arcade tennis game, Virtua Tennis 2009.

With the new title comes many new features that should help to again vault this title to the top of the rankings, while also endearing the throngs of supporters the title has built up over the years. Building on its strong past and high reviews, the Virtua Tennis series offers another advantage. Virtua Tennis 2009 maintains fantastic accuracy and realism of game play that vaults it over the competition - mainly in the forms of the Grand Slam tennis by EA Sports, and 2K Games' Topspin 3.

As a player you have more control over your serves, and many of the players exhibit habits and styles that are similar to well known players on tour.  While playing Virtua Tennis you also have the ability to compete in Davis Cup matches.

Options also include refining your skills with 12 unique mini-games that test your reflexes and allow you to prepare for competitive online play. One of the best parts is, that the new system is compatible with the new Wii Motion Plus technology!

You also have the capability to play against the uniques styles of some of the worlds top tennis stars.  Virtua Tennis 2009 is compatible with popular game consoles such as PS3, Xbox 360, PC, and Wii.  This game is available starting in May of this summer.

Some of the highlighted new features include:

New Courts and Players - You can compete with or against more than 20 of the best players in the world from past and future, such as Maria Sharapova, Andy Roddick, Rafael Nadal, or even Bjorn Borg or Boris Becker. There are also seven new custom players. The court venues have been realistically updated along with the Davis Cup locations.

New World Tour Rankings and Online Play - With the PS3 and Xbox 360 online system you can compete to become the world wide Virtua Tennis Champion.  Also, as you win these tournaments you can choice to purchase items from the shop, there are over 800 items up for purchase.

Enriched Gameplay - Virtua Tennis has three dimensional crowds and realistic court side views that really get you into the game.

New Player Creation - You have the ability to choose a player who looks like you would on a court.  From clothing, to body type, to facial features, your player can be as regular or unique as you like.  The depth of the game makes it possible to play new, unknown players, so you do not tire of playing the same ones over and over.

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Virtua Tennis 2009 is the newest installment from the SEGA company. With so many added features you will want to make sure you add this game to your collection right away. To order your copy of Virtua Tennis 2009, go to www.cdwow.com.