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Mario Tennis Aces: How to Return Special Shots

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How to Return Special Shots in Mario Tennis Aces

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There is little quite so terrifying in Mario Tennis Aces as that moment when a special shot is coming your way. Though it may seem like an automatic lost point, if your timing is right, you’ll be able to launch a volley right back at your opposition that will send them reeling. Here’s what you need to know to return special shots in Mario Tennis Aces.

In order to return a special shot properly in Mario Tennis Aces, you will have to perfectly time your button press so that you are hitting it just as the ball is about to reach your racket. There is very little room for error, and if you mistime it at all, the result will be heavy damage to your racket. This new mechanic can send you to the showers early, as breaking all of your rackets causes an automatic forfeit.

If you’re having trouble getting the timing down when returning special shots, try using the zone speed to slow down time and assist your return. It may seem like a daunting task, but if you’re serious about taking on the best opponents in online tournaments, mastering this timing will be critical.

That’s all there is to it for how to return Special Shots in Mario Tennis Aces. Best of luck out there on the courts! If you’re looking for more tips and tricks on Mario Tennis Aces, be sure to check out our wiki.


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