Mario Tennis 64 (Japanese: マリオテニス64) is a sports game developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64 console. The game was released in Japan on April 30, 1998, and in North America and Europe on August 1, 2000. It is the first game in the Mario Tennis series. Mario Tennis 64 is a tennis game featuring characters from the Mario series. Players can choose from eight characters, each with their own unique style of play. In addition to singles and doubles matches, the game also features a variety of minigames such as Ring Shot, where the player must hit the ball through a ring of coins, and Bowser's Castle, where the player must hit the ball into a wall of bricks. The game also features an exhibition mode, where players can practice their skills, and a tournament mode, where players can compete against up to seven computer-controlled opponents. The game also includes a multiplayer mode, allowing up to four players to compete in doubles matches. Mario Tennis 64 is a fun and challenging tennis game that is sure to entertain fans of the Mario series. With its simple yet deep gameplay, and its variety of minigames and modes, Mario Tennis 64 is a great game for both casual and hardcore gamers alike.