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"All Star Tennis '99" for the Nintendo 64 is a sports simulation video game that allows players to immerse themselves in the world of professional tennis. Developed by Smart Dog and published by Ubisoft, the game was released in 1999 and stood out for featuring realistic tennis physics and a variety of gameplay options. Players can choose from a roster of sixteen international tennis stars, including real-life athletes like Yevgeny Kafelnikov and Gustavo Kuerten, each with unique attributes and play styles. The game offers multiple playing surfaces such as grass, clay, and hard court, which affect the game's dynamics and players' performance. With modes ranging from quick matches and tournaments to a comprehensive career mode, players can engage in both single and multiplayer contests, diving into a deep tennis experience.

The gameplay in "All Star Tennis '99" is notable for its attempt to blend arcade-style play with simulation aspects, offering both accessibility and depth. Players can use a variety of shots, including lobs, smashes, and volleys, to outplay their opponents. The game’s controls are designed to be intuitive, making it easy for newcomers to pick up and play, while still providing enough depth to keep experienced gamers challenged. Significant for its time, the game features double matches alongside the more traditional singles matches, adding an additional layer of strategy and cooperation when playing with others. Despite facing mixed reviews upon release, especially regarding its graphic quality and AI behavior, "All Star Tennis '99" remains a nostalgic fixture for many fans of classic tennis video games on the N64 platform.

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