Topspin 3

[Pompeyfan]

Anyone getting this it looks quite good coming out fin 4 weeks, online play sounds good

[schwan]

Meeee
I'm so excited for this game
It looks awesome

[007Omega]

i am looking forward to it loads! But still can't force myself to preorder it yet. Shopto are selling it for £25.99 as a preorder. Great price in my opinion and it tempts me even more to buy it! Want to wait on some reviews and impressions.

here is the link for shopto
http://www.shopto.net/page.php?page=dettagli&codart=PS3TO06&n=Top%20Spin%203&p=PS3

[Solider23]

Thanks man. Anyways i'll be online. Watch for me near the top of the rankings. The man to beat on all surfaces. :)

[Sam_From_Space]

Might get it, depends on how long till the next Virtua tennis.

[carocat]

I am so very much looking forward to this game! I love the Top Spin series and they really have gone from strengths to strengths!

[galatti]

Iwill! Online will be sweeeeeeet

[FdMstng99]

I may pick this one up as well. Not sure about getting it on the first day but I may eventually pick this game up.

[Pompeyfan]

i want a 7+ review and i will buy it

[A7MAD]

Anyone getting this it looks quite good coming out fin 4 weeks, online play sounds good

Yeps, I've had this on pre-order for a little while now, PS3 version because I wanted Nadal (ftw!).

[TidusX]

The Top Spin series has always been very good in my opinion. I have Virtua Tennis 3 which I like but Top Spin looks nicer and has online play which will be really nice.

[Terrabit]

First day purchase for me. I was mad as hell when the delayed it till June. Can't wait! :mrgreen:

[vf-]

I've been after a great Tennis game for sometime now, I liked the demo of Virtua Tennis but wasn't sure if to get it or not. Now after downloading the video of this, it looks beautiful and extremely fun!

The graphics look stunning in this over Virtua Tennis 3.

Plus Wimbledon starts on the 23rd I think! Ah It is, nice time for the release, on the 20th :D Wimbledon 2008: 23 June - 6 July

[carocat]

For anyone who enjoys competitive (vid) tennis, stop by the ITST. The site has hosted a true-to-life ATP and WTA Tour since the release of the original Top Spin game in 2003. The ITST - currently supporting TS1, TS2 (PC) and TS2 (Xbox 360) - will support Top Spin 3 for both the 360 and PS3 when the game is released in June.

If you would like to join, or learn more about the game's largest tour, click HERE. (http://www.intertopspintour.net/index.php?p=home_xb360&pf=xb360&gc=TS2&PHPSESSID=20325b87f208944e7a6e04c087f6fc2c)
One of my friends has been litereally obsessed with all the Top Spin games and I think he's ranked 25th now. I might sign up for Top Spin 3. Thanks, I had forgotten all about that place!

I've been after a great Tennis game for sometime now, I liked the demo of Virtua Tennis but wasn't sure if to get it or not. Now after downloading the video of this, it looks beautiful and extremely fun!

The graphics look stunning in this over Virtua Tennis 3.

Plus Wimbledon starts on the 23rd I think! Ah It is, nice time for the release, on the 20th :D Wimbledon 2008: 23 June - 6 July
I love Wimbledon and I remember that it made me want to play both Top Spins again when it was on!

[serupklekker]

I'm picking it up for sure. Will trade in Virtua Tennis 3 and upgrade to a game with some online components. I hope Top Spin has some fun training exercises like VT3 has in its world tour.

[Mike2kcool]

yea im thinkin of gettin this to looks fun and the online world tour thing looks good
but might just wait for some reviews first

[vf-]

The online play wont be region specific will it?

[carocat]

Cro Morgan, do you know Rich Lewis and Ed Lewis? They play on there I think.

[daparky]

Yep, i'm gonna get this game when it comes out.

[Jackylegs]

I was gonna untill i found out the ps3 version has none of them mini-games, goddam i love mini games!

[Sam_From_Space]

Tennis games don't tend to sell all that well unless there's a big event coming up...

[saso_7]

yea looking forward to it, but the fed looks kinda chubby

[DaveNI1979]

Ive this ordered with shopto.net 25.99. basically even if its **** I can trade it in for around that but graphics look amazing and the online element appeals. Anyone know if you can do online tournaments or just exhibition matches? Hopefully its global servers too and has voice chat. Some kind person post some info in here, all ive seen online is a few videos on gametrailers.

[T-Dogg400]

I thinks its just like Vitrus Tennis 3, not really that much difference lol

[Racoon]

I was gonna untill i found out the ps3 version has none of them mini-games, goddam i love mini games!

Huh?! What! Any link to prove that? Sounds like a pretty unlikely/stupid ommision.

[Jack007]

wow there's online, it's a must for me, also it's quite cheap

[BiGGieStuFF]

Anyone know if you can play doubles online with a buddy? Either on the same PS3 or join up with a buddy online to play against other doubles players?

[A7MAD]

Well I was awaiting this for the 20th of June here in Australia only to be told the PS3 version has been delayed another month here in Australia.

I had this on pre-order for some time now for the PS3 (Nadal mainly), but considering it's getting delayed I may change it to X360 and pick up the Wii version for my nephew to play when he comes over. I can’t find any online confirmation although I spoke with one of the retailers roughly 10 hours ago.

[Jack007]

Just ordered it, should be coming when released.

[SixAxisRumble]

Top Spin 3 Video and Interview

[F34R]

I'm glad I understand about 25 words out of that entire interview lol.

[carocat]

Allright mate, ease up on the advertisement a bit now. Once it's ok, twice it's okish as it's a major site and there isn't much else around for people that play Top Spin. But three times with only posting to advertise your site is a big no no. You didn't even answer questions people had in this thread.

[F.C.U.M.]

Just read the the PS3 version doesnt have the World Tour online event!

What a big steaming pile of ****! Im getting right p1ssed off with this. :evil:

Seriously gonna think about selling my PS if this carries on.

Right, Ive had a browse around and some people on the official TS forum say the World Tour is only on 360, however the Official Site mentions nothing of this, nor is it mentioned in any previews.

Anyway, Im getting my hands on this game tonight so I will be able to confirm for you.

Do not double post, use the edit button ~ Graham

[DaveNI1979]

I just got this but theres no-one online, plus I can confirm there is a world tour mode so panic over F.C.U.M.

[scaramanga1973]

Pulled the trigger on this one from Play.com.

Should be here in a couple of days.

Anyone who has this, add me for a few games online!

[A7MAD]

Why have they delayed the title in OZ?

[F.C.U.M.]

I just got this but theres no-one online, plus I can confirm there is a world tour mode so panic over F.C.U.M.

Thats good, cheers mate.

Ill be on tonight if you fancy a game? Ill be right rubbish though as Ive never played the series before.

[DaveNI1979]

Thats good, cheers mate.

Ill be on tonight if you fancy a game? Ill be right rubbish though as Ive never played the series before.

Yeah that'd be good, add me sure. First time Ive played the series too, its not as hard as I was expecting, although Ive only played cpu. Might be different story online. The world tour looks to be a great feature. You play with the character you created in your career and you start off all 30 in attributes so only way to make your world tour player better is by doing your offline career. You get 10xp points every win, then you can add 2pts to whatever attribute you want, serve, power etc. Im liking this game very much. Graphics are top notch, playability is not to bad once you get used to it, I was doing L2 precise shots in no time. I advise to do the school, its very thorough, learns you the basics. My only gripe is the large install, 3.6gbs. All games seem to be going down this road.

[F.C.U.M.]

Yeah that'd be good, add me sure. First time Ive played the series too, its not as hard as I was expecting, although Ive only played cpu. Might be different story online. The world tour looks to be a great feature. You play with the character you created in your career and you start off all 30 in attributes so only way to make your world tour player better is by doing your offline career. You get 10xp points every win, then you can add 2pts to whatever attribute you want, serve, power etc. Im liking this game very much. Graphics are top notch, playability is not to bad once you get used to it, I was doing L2 precise shots in no time. I advise to do the school, its very thorough, learns you the basics. My only gripe is the large install, 3.6gbs. All games seem to be going down this road.

Sounds good mate. Im leaving work now so will get the school done then add you, although Im not sure how my system will react to your PSN name!! Ha ha! :D

[borrissey]

I haven't played any of the other Topspin games. I've played all the VT games, which are great. I think I'll take a look at this, theres no sign of a new VT coming out?

[BiGGieStuFF]

I just got this but theres no-one online, plus I can confirm there is a world tour mode so panic over F.C.U.M.

Man already out in your part of the world? I'm hoping some of the stores here will have it available Saturday since the release date is Monday and most likely wont' be receiving shipments in on Sunday.

[THUGGEDOUT]

I really enjoyed Top Spin 2, it was the first game I got when I bought the 360, be interesting to see what 3 is like...

[F.C.U.M.]

Man already out in your part of the world? I'm hoping some of the stores here will have it available Saturday since the release date is Monday and most likely wont' be receiving shipments in on Sunday.

I cant speak for Dave, but my missus works for a game rental store, so I have a rentable copy. I cant buy it till Friday.

[Graham]

My copy was dispatched today, so unless the postie falls and breaks his ankle, it should be with me tomorrow :) I do like my tennis games, so I have high hopes for this after the somewhat disappointing (but nevertheless playable) Virtua Tennis 3.

[newarkcastle]

My copy was dispatched today, so unless the postie falls and breaks his ankle, it should be with me tomorrow :) I do like my tennis games, so I have high hopes for this after the somewhat disappointing (but nevertheless playable) Virtua Tennis 3.

same here....i'll be like a dosser waiting for thier giro tomorrow with that postman! booked a couple of days of aswell :mrgreen:

[DaveNI1979]

Man already out in your part of the world? I'm hoping some of the stores here will have it available Saturday since the release date is Monday and most likely wont' be receiving shipments in on Sunday.

Its not out in shops here till friday, but as always, shopto.net delivers again, a whole 2days early and for £25.99, hard to beat. Soon as the footys over ill try the online, hopefully theres some people on. Im not 100% as I no1 was online but I think you can do doubles online with 2 people on each ps3. I hope you can do doubles 4 separate ps3s so for eg me and F.C.U.M could take on people. Want try it later F.C.U.M? whats your psn?

[007Omega]

anyone got theirs today? I want to try the online out as I couldn't yesterday because there was nobody on it. Add me if your up for a match.

[F.C.U.M.]

Its not out in shops here till friday, but as always, shopto.net delivers again, a whole 2days early and for £25.99, hard to beat. Soon as the footys over ill try the online, hopefully theres some people on. Im not 100% as I no1 was online but I think you can do doubles online with 2 people on each ps3. I hope you can do doubles 4 separate ps3s so for eg me and F.C.U.M could take on people. Want try it later F.C.U.M? whats your psn?

Sorry mate, didnt see your message till late. Ill be on tonight but it could be late as Im working. Ill add you when I get in, my PSN is FCUM.

[two2-times]

got this yesterday from shopto, aint played it yet as i been out

[vf-]

My copy was dispatched today from Amazon. Due for delivery tomorrow.

[Graham]

My copy was dispatched today, so unless the postie falls and breaks his ankle, it should be with me tomorrow :) I do like my tennis games, so I have high hopes for this after the somewhat disappointing (but nevertheless playable) Virtua Tennis 3.
Oh well, yet another disappointing title... First GRID, now this! I know my current lack of enthusiasm for gaming in general has something to do with it, but this is going straight on eBay.

In the reviews they say that you almost need to "un-learn" everything you ever did about previous tennis games, and they'd be right... It's awful - feels so disjointed. Almost like, you perform all of your moves before the ball actually lands, otherwise you get no return or a naff one. It just doesn't flow or feel intuitive at all. I had a go on Virtua Tennis on my mates 360 shortly afterwards, and as an accessible game, VT3 plops all over TS3. The nuances of TS3 mean you are really going to have to put some time and effort into it, and I just cannot be bothered.

Looks like GTAIV will be staying in the drive for a few more weeks now!

[newarkcastle]

Sorry mate, didnt see your message till late. Ill be on tonight but it could be late as Im working. Ill add you when I get in, my PSN is FCUM.

i'll be on after the football aswell if anyone wants some singles or doubles action! JAYNFFC is my psn id

[vf-]

I can't believe there is a patch already. I just stuck the disc in and prompted with a 47MB update. I see its marked on the back, "Join players all over the world."

3585MB install.

Single Player 1 - 4, Network Players 2 - 4 of course. This is going to be fun doubles games.

A real shame Wimbledon is not in this. Unless its the London Court, which it looks nothing like it. Or the London Court is the Queens Club.

[scaramanga1973]

My copy arrived in the post today!

Will install & update when I get home from work. Will maybe ber online later this evening.

A question for anyone that already has the game and has played online:

What is the online system like, is it lobby based etc?

[A7MAD]

I got the X360 version here, I'm going to test it out and see but my PS3 version won't come until next Friday.

[vf-]

In a way yeah, I guess it's lobby based. There is a quick match entry, join one then the next screen pops up with the listed games (granted there wasn't many since this is just released) and create your own. Or browse by/create whatever game sets you'd like to play and so on.

I can't remember who I just played against. I used my own character, heh. You can really customize him/her. Hair, skin colour/freckles, eyes/colour, eyebrows, mouth, nose, chins, cheek bones, lips, beards, stubble, tattoos, hats you name it. Even mould the face, and so on. Got beat by who ever was playing Nadal then Federer. The controls are actually not that bad, it's all about timing. Mind you I've never played any of the previous Top Spin games, and have only played the Virtua Tennis 3 demo. I just can't get the power shots yet in TS3. I'm currently hitting way too softly.

I have to admit it's extremely fun online. I think I lasted almost 10 minutes each game. Very little lag. Only one pause or two during each game. Very little to have impact on the shots.

I also see you can buy your gear in career mode e.t.c. I haven't looked into it much, but I'd imagine there is lots of nice little things hidden away when I quickly glanced through some stuff. Nike, Adidas and so on. A lot of nice courts as well.

[BiGGieStuFF]

I hate you all!! I'm still waiting for it to be released at gamestop since i have credit there :P

[two2-times]

i had no probs playing it online, i created my own roim n peeps joined. practice 1st as the controls take some getting used 2, but its worth it. i like it. weird how wimbledon aint in it. add me if u wanna game. A7MAD, hurry up n get urs on the ps3!!

[vf-]

weird how wimbledon aint in it.

Maybe it's a license thing... you know how picky those snob owners are at the Wimbledon Club!

[DaveNI1979]

Im enjoying world tour, you get XP points after wins same as the career to improve your character. Im currently 52 overall (Start all stats 30). Give the game a chance Graham, it takes a while to get used too. Just because you suck at it doesnt mean its a bad/disappointing game. I wish the online set up was a bit better, private rooms, voice chat, 2 ps3 v 2 ps3 not 1 ps3 v 1 ps3 with 2 people on each ps3 like it is currently. Thats my biggest fault with the game. You can only play against your psn buddys not with them. But overall Its a decent game, best tennis game there is currently. 8/10.

[uri voltme]

lack of voice chat in online games is starting to pee me off lately - some of us would actually like to chat to their mates, why not just include it in all games and have a mute option - simple.

[Anfield]

I'm curious how the framerate is during gameplay, both offline and online.. Anyone care to comment?

[Solider23]

I heard there was voicechat in the PS3 version? Source?

[F.C.U.M.]

I'm curious how the framerate is during gameplay, both offline and online.. Anyone care to comment?

Perfect, both on and off. The only thing I ever noticed was an ever so slight blip during serve online, but only once, and too small to even consider.

[F.C.U.M.]

I heard there was voicechat in the PS3 version? Source?


Not heard anyone speak, but havent tried it myself as I assumed it didnt have it.

[vf-]

lack of voice chat in online games is starting to pee me off lately - some of us would actually like to chat to their mates, why not just include it in all games and have a mute option - simple.

Perhaps when 2.40 hits.

The only thing I ever noticed was an ever so slight blip during serve online, but only once, and too small to even consider.

Thats lag, either your connection or most likely the opponents connection. It's not frame rate related.

[SixAxisRumble]

This game is amazing, it takes hours to learn and is very frustrating. Now though it's mastered and the rewards are great! Easily the best tennis game to date!

I feel sorry for anyone that gets rid of this game after a few hors play because they suck at it!

[ss4ya]

got it, its simply awesome, i wasnt sure at first as i jumped straight into an exhibition match and got beaten all over the court, then went to school and learned how to play shots etc, and now im loving it :D

the career mode is excellent im currently playing my way through the junior se4ction soon to go up to the next level.

The gear shop is good, its separated into floors like a shopping centre and makes good use of the controls.

Shots are great and varied, i also like the fact that you can miss-time your shots rather than just being on rails like so many other games.

[A7MAD]

i had no probs playing it online, i created my own roim n peeps joined. practice 1st as the controls take some getting used 2, but its worth it. i like it. weird how wimbledon aint in it. add me if u wanna game. A7MAD, hurry up n get urs on the ps3!!

Sorry two2-times, I changed my pre-order I just wasn't feeling the X360 version of this title so I got the Wii version, to me it gives me the impression that I'm in control as where with the X360 version (and PS3 isn't that much different) had me feeling I was only watching but in no sense did I have actual control. I still prefer Top Spin 2 than this honestly although the original was a classic for me!

Timing is a major factor which honestly had me turn off the game on the X360 in a matter of 25 minutes, just utter regret and I hate how holding the button down for a few milliseconds more means you miss the shot or make a stupid one. Not for me.

[Anfield]

Thanks for the framerate comments. I'm picking this up tomorrow with pretty high hopes.

So is this finally a tennis game where every shot isn't nearly perfect? In VT3, I don't think i've ever hit the net with a shot from the baseline. Rarely do i hit a shot wide either. The CPU has the same uncanny shot accuracy. I'd be quite glad to see this change.

A good tennis game needs unforced errors, something that VT doesn't offer. Also, I'd love to see fatigue play an acrual role, but I'll be happy enough if there are unforced errors that both the player and the CPU commit.

[two2-times]

still not many people online at present...........

[vf-]

Thanks for the framerate comments. I'm picking this up tomorrow with pretty high hopes.

So is this finally a tennis game where every shot isn't nearly perfect? In VT3, I don't think i've ever hit the net with a shot from the baseline. Rarely do i hit a shot wide either. The CPU has the same uncanny shot accuracy. I'd be quite glad to see this change.

A good tennis game needs unforced errors, something that VT doesn't offer. Also, I'd love to see fatigue play an acrual role, but I'll be happy enough if there are unforced errors that both the player and the CPU commit.

Yes, you can hit the net a lot. You or the CPU player and online. Low or high. Soft or hard shots. Done it myself with a small chip to try and get it just over the net and failed. You can even screw up your serves. Swing and miss. Faults and so on if your serve is too hard. Or the wrong angle and so on.

I love how if you get the serve right with plenty power, the Dual Shock 3 really rumbles as he whacks the ball. Where as a regular serve, no rumble.

You'll see at the end of each game, it lists all the stats you and the CPU/Online player played.

Has anyone pulled off any fancy hits? Hit the ball from behind as the ball heads between your legs while facing your opponent and such... I accidentally pulled that off and some other fancy one, can't remember. Fantastic game.

still not many people online at present...........

Yeah, but its only just released in America today. Actually, I see Amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Dvideogames&field-keywords=top+spin+3&x=21&y=23) has it listed as the 26th now for when its in stock. We got it first on Friday.

[Anfield]

Yeah, but its only just released in America today. Actually, I see Amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Dvideogames&field-keywords=top+spin+3&x=21&y=23) has it listed as the 26th now for when its in stock. We got it first on Friday.

Today was the ship date for the game here in the States. My local Gamestop won't sell it 'til tomorrow. So most if not all Americans don't even have this game yet. I can't wait to get it. I've never played a Top Spin title but I'm dying for a good tennis sim that's heavy on the sim. I'll hop online after I get the basics down, which could take quite some time, a fact that I LOVE!

[BiGGieStuFF]

c'mon gamestop!! hurry up!

[schwan]

HURRY UP MY eBAY SELLER
I actually can't wait for this game.
People say its too difficult to get the hang of.
I love games like that and Virtua Tennis got too boring too quickly.
This looks rewarding and awesome
Looks like the reviewers didnt play it for long enough, they kept complaining about the too high risk with every shot at IGN... bunch of ameteurs

[dogg2k78]

thisgame is going to be sick when it comes out. The online is going to make this game a top game and verybdy get ready to get owned!!!!

[zentario]

this game is wicked... hard as hell at first but after you get a hang of controls its great.
-can create your own dude and take him online.
-decent career mode.
-can team up with a mate on the same sofa and play doubles on line.
-the animations are very realistic, just watch the replays.
-gives you a lot of choice... you want to risk and hit the shot near the line... u can....
u want to risk and put extra power on the shot you can.... you want to serve using analog stick you can...
- there is no bs fantasy... no purple shiny balls depending on the shot you hit or whatever, no crazy jumps, as close to watching a real match on tv as any game managed to get so far.

just leveling my guy up then i will take him on line... anyone wants a match add me, my psn id is the same as my user name here.

[Solider23]

Yup. i'm looking for a challenge, i've had many 3-0, 3-0 wins lately. Add me : Apathetically.

[BiGGieStuFF]

I got beat down 3-0, 3-0 twice but I deserved it for jumping straight online w/o even adding any points to attributes to my character. Trying to unlearn all the VT3 items because in that game you push the button to hit the ball where as this one you let go of the button to hit the ball. Footwork is key to get into position to hit a good ball. I like the concept of being able to hit a riskier shot by pressing the L2 button or a harder riskier shot by hitting R2. Gonna take a while to get used to this but it's going to be fun trying.

[CoreyDotCom]

Is anyone successfully playing Top Spin 3 in 1080i?

I have my PS3 set up for 1080i (I've got the US media), but when I run Top Spin 3, it drops down immediately to 480i.

If I go into my settings and enable 720p, then it's not quite as bad, (drops down from 1080i in the PS3 menus to 720p when playing TS3), but still..not 1080i. What's up? MGS4 works fine in 1080i.

I do know the UK version of the game is limited to 720p..but the back of the US packaging claims 1080i support.

Anyone having luck?

[DelapsusAngelus]

Anyone know the maximum stats you can get on your own player. so i can plan what points to put where.

Can you get 90's across the board or even 100's?

[Mist]

I wouldn't mind getting this, still got VT3 on my waiting list though...

Do you think I should pick up VT3 for cheaper instead, or just go for TS3?