Target Shot

Target Shot

Target Shot is a minigame in Mario Tennis for the Game Boy Color. The player controls Baby Mario and the gameplay involves hitting the ball into the target area on the opposite side of the court, indicated by the flashing corners. The Ball Bot serves the shots. Bonus points can be earned by hitting the type of shot indicated in the target area. Flat Shots, Strong Topspins, and Strong Slices give 3 points while Smashes, Lobs, and Drop Shots give 5 points. If the incorrect type of shot is used, the player will only earn 1 point. The game ends once Baby Mario fails to hit the ball into the target.

Scoring 60 points on level 3 will unlock the Tropics Court.

Profiles

• In-game description:
  • "Return the balls into the target area for a point. Get a bonus by hitting the shot shown.
    Flat Shot: 3 Pts
    Strong Topspin: 3 Pts
    Strong Slice: 3 Pts
    Smash: 5 Pts
    Lob: 5 Pts
    Drop Shot: 5 Pts
    The bonus points depend on the type of shot. If you don't hit the target, your game ends. Your goal is 30/60 points. Baby Mario, Hit^[sic] well... Hit the target." (Level 1/2)
  • "Return the balls into the target area for a point. Get a bonus by hitting the shot shown.
    Flat Shot: 3 Pts
    Strong Topspin: 3 Pts
    Strong Slice: 3 Pts
    Smash: 5 Pts
    Lob: 5 Pts
    Drop Shot: 5 Pts
    The bonus points depend on the type of shot. If you don't hit the target, your game ends. The high score is 60 points. Baby Mario, Use^[sic] your little limbs to get a high score!" (Level 3)