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Review sentiment over time
Weekly positive-review rate (green) and review volume (bars). Dashed lines mark significant patches; the amber line is the start of the current scoring window. Hover the dots to see what drove a dip or a jump.
How this score was computed
The VGC Score is a weighted blend on a press-comparable 0-100 quality scale. Steam approval rates are first calibrated (95% positive on Steam ≈ 89.5 quality, since Steam approval skews high). Press and tracked creator reviews each count ~2x a player review and share one cap against player evidence (creator buy/skip calls pool into an approval rate, calibrated like Steam approval); all-time sentiment is capped and halved (it's context, not verdict); reviews of the current build carry the most weight when a fresh patch anchors the window; and a 'typical game' prior keeps small samples from pegging the scale. Because press reviews and Metacritic user aggregates describe the launch build, their weight decays as the game ages (3-year half-life after a 1-year grace). That's how a game that launched rough can outgrow its old reception once updates win players over. Reviews under 2h playtime (the refund window), non-Steam activations, and free copies are downweighted.
| Component | Positive | Quality (0-100) | Weight (pseudo-reviews) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Press reviews (OpenCritic) | – | 63 | 18 |
| All-time Steam reviews | 82% | 76 | 6 |
| Metacritic user ratings | – | – | 0 |
| Post-patch Steam reviews (trust-weighted) | 100% | 97 | 0 |
| Calibration prior (typical game) | – | 72 | 50 |
Scoring window: last 30 days (no significant patch detected) · 1 reviews sampled · 1 total reviews in window · weighted 0.4 up / 0 down · computed 2h ago · full methodology →
Press & Creators reviews (9)
Individual verdicts from outlets we track: scored reviews first, most trusted outlets first among them. The small badge is each outlet's trust score: how well its scoring history aligns with players.
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“Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! manages to provide a few hours of entertainment thanks to its accessible approach and its charming cast of characters from the brand’s famous franchises. The arcade-style tennis gameplay is generally well-executed, the special powers add a bit of personality to the matches, and the co-op mode is a welcome addition. However, the initial fun quickly fades due to extremely repetitive progression, limited content, and a clear lack of variety in the courts and activities on offer. The game constantly gives the impression that it could have offered so much more. I hope future updates will enhance the experience!”
read full review ↗ - 50
“I’m not going to sugar coat it, Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next isn’t a great game. Sure, there is a few hours of fun to be had but after that you will more than likely never turn this on again.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! is a fun arcade tennis game built around quick matches, character abilities, power-ups, and local 1v1 play. Story Mode and cosmetic unlocks put some structure around solo play, but the missing online multiplayer holds it back once couch matches run their course. If you have someone nearby and want a fun Nickelodeon sports game, it’s an easy pick. If you need online competition or deeper tennis, its limits show quickly.”
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“Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! For fans of arcade sports games, Nickelodeon crossovers, or just anyone looking for a colorful multiplayer experience. Next up is a pleasant surprise, with far more depth than you might expect from its mobile origins.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! delivers fast-paced arcade tennis, a charming cast of iconic Nickelodeon characters and plenty of multiplayer fun, even if its simple mechanics limit its long-term appeal.”
read full review ↗ - 70
“Old Skull Games and Gameloft bring us an alternative take on tennis featuring Nickelodeon characters.”
read full review ↗ - 75
“In the end, Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! is not a deep or competitive tennis simulation, nor does it aspire to be. Instead, it offers a cheerful, chaotic, and relatively inexpensive cartoon party game that thrives when enjoyed with friends on the couch.”
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“This is another Nickelodeon dud in the video game space in 2026. While the tennis can be fun at times, the overall execution falls short. There’s not enough content, the music is horrible, and some of the gameplay can feel awkward while returning shots. The power-ups are cool for the most part, but it doesn’t save Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! from mediocrity.”
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“Extreme Tennis has a bunch of colorful characters, tons of matches, and a stack of ultimate moves. But without enough variety in the moment, these things fall pretty flat.”
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