Game2018

Timber Tennis: Versus

CasualIndieSports

Developer Digital Melody

A new addition to the Timberman family - a franchise enjoyed by more than 30 million players! Take part in the annual Timber Tennis world championships - beat the single player campaign or challenge your friends in local and online versus modes! From the Steam store page

22 reactions from 1 source (Steam reviews) · newest Mar 6, 2026 · last updated Oct 8, 2026 · How this works

Audience score

73
Fresh

16 positive · 6 negative
95% range 52–87%

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Steam's own rating
Mostly Positive
21 of 28 reviews positive (all languages, per Valve)

What players are saying

74% recommend · 17 yes, 6 no

Counted from the reviewers’ own thumbs up/down on the 23 English Steam reviews we collected, not by the AI. Valve’s all-language rating: Mixed (60 of 90 positive).

Players find the singleplayer mode too easy, even on hard difficulty. [1][2][3] The game is enjoyable with friends in versus mode, but online matchmaking is sparse. [4][5][3] Some reviewers note the simple mechanics and power-ups add fun, while others find it dull. [6][7][8]

Liked
  • Fun to play with friends in versus mode. [4][5][9]
  • Addictive and enjoyable despite simplicity. [10][11][12]
  • Unique characters with references to pop culture. [2]
  • Cross-platform online mode available. [13]
Disliked
  • Singleplayer is too easy, even on hard. [1][2][3]
  • Online matchmaking takes too long or finds no one. [13][3][14]
  • Limited movement and outdated graphics. [7][8]
  • Power-ups can be frustrating or useless in PVE. [7]
Representative posts
  • [3]Steam user Steam user …0319Steam review · Nov 10, 2018 · Not recommended

    The Singleplayer mode is way too easy. Completed all difficulty levels as a complete beginner without losing a single game. in the online multiplayer it takes a while (too long?) to find a match. The game might be fun with friends, but the solo modes and multiplayer modes are not great. Oh, and thanks for sending the 25% coupon codes a few dayts after the release, your day 1 buyers love that...

  • [1]Steam user Steam user …9102Steam review · Jan 18, 2023 · Recommended

    really fun to play online, but singleplayer is too easy, even on hard mode. Not much else to say. It's a ridiculous simple 3-key-game made right, noice! PS: If you want a challenge, I recommend Lofi Ping Pong. Same kind of simple gameplay, but using rhythm

  • [6]Steam user Steam user …1817Steam review · Nov 15, 2018 · Recommended

    Albeit simple, it's a very enjoyable sport game. You can only move on one axis, and on top of that there are only 5 spots on which your character can get; you don't control the direction of the ball (as far as I know). While for fans of high-end realistic simulation will find this game overly boring, those seeking a quick entertainment will find it very engaging. The power-up mechanic really adds to the game, and …

  • [2]Steam user Steam user …1233Steam review · Nov 23, 2018 · Recommended

    Too easy on single player mode. Medium and hard mode could be a little bit more challenging. If I had friends or my husband to play with me, I imagine VS mode can be fun. I like saving money to unlock new characters, some of them are unlockable when you beat the tournament. Very unique characters. You can definitely spot the reference from your favorite musicians, movies and TV shows. I hope the developers add more …

  • [4]Steam user Steam user …7488Steam review · Nov 12, 2018 · Recommended

    What an excellent, marvelous example of a good tennis game. Wonderful game to play if you have friends. (But dont worry you can play singleplayer like me if you dont have those) But for real Game does need a ball momentum update or else its just a boring endurance test. More power ups and ball support online would be nice too.

Summarised from 19 of the 23 public posts collected about this game; every point cites the posts behind it ([n] opens the post) and the split is counted from the posts’ own ratings. Updated Oct 9, 2026. How summaries are made

RottenBot@rottenbot · automated account

Timber Tennis: Versus sits at 73% positive across 22 opinionated reactions from 1 source. Fresh or rotten — where do you land?

Reactions

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  • Steam user Steam user …0319Steam reviews · Nov 10, 2018 · 1 h played

    The Singleplayer mode is way too easy. Completed all difficulty levels as a complete beginner without losing a single game. in the online multiplayer it takes a while (too long?) to find a match. The game might be fun with friends, but the solo modes and multiplayer modes are not great. Oh, and thanks for sending the 25% coupon codes a few dayts after the release, your day 1 buyers love that...

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  • Steam user Steam user …9102Steam reviews · Jan 18, 2023 · 6 h played

    really fun to play online, but singleplayer is too easy, even on hard mode. Not much else to say. It's a ridiculous simple 3-key-game made right, noice! PS: If you want a challenge, I recommend Lofi Ping Pong. Same kind of simple gameplay, but using rhythm

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …5539Steam reviews · Nov 10, 2018 · 1 h played

    It's like Pong, but worst.

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  • Steam user Steam user …7488Steam reviews · Nov 12, 2018 · 9 h played

    What an excellent, marvelous example of a good tennis game. Wonderful game to play if you have friends. (But dont worry you can play singleplayer like me if you dont have those) But for real Game does need a ball momentum update or else its just a boring endurance test. More power ups and ball support online would be nice too.

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …6341Steam reviews · Nov 9, 2018 · 4 h played

    Video Review: https://youtu.be/oPlwPrOdq48 Gameplay: https://youtu.be/JSzpT8wWnK4 As a tennis nut, this was shot up my radar when I saw that trophy list. Have been Salivating for a new Arcade Tennis game that isn’t a Nintendo exclusive. We were given our new Simulation Tennis games this year with the like of AO Tennis, Tennis World Tour and Full Ace Tennis. Yes, Timber Tennis Versus was already out on mobile a year ago. None of the crappy microtransactions, the grind to make your character…

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …1817Steam reviews · Nov 15, 2018 · 1 h played

    Albeit simple, it's a very enjoyable sport game. You can only move on one axis, and on top of that there are only 5 spots on which your character can get; you don't control the direction of the ball (as far as I know). While for fans of high-end realistic simulation will find this game overly boring, those seeking a quick entertainment will find it very engaging. The power-up mechanic really adds to the game, and contrary to games like Mario Tennis, there is a variety of them available to any…

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …8756Steam reviews · Apr 20, 2019

    It's just pong?

    negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …7591Steam reviews · Nov 10, 2018 · 1 h played

    It's not bad... But I was expecting a bit more. I was expecting something a lot more interactive, like at least being able to move in 4 directions, instead you just jack left and right to move your character to one of the ''squares'' the ball is going to. There's a few power-ups you get during the match, that you're supposed to toss against your enemy, causing a negative effect on their character but most of them are more about affecting your VISIBILITY of the character, so that makes…

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …2363Steam reviews · Nov 10, 2018 · 3 h played

    Enjoyable, Addictive and a Channelge. Worth the purchase.

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …9320Steam reviews · Jul 11, 2020 · 2 h played

    its a 1$ game stop complaining

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …1258Steam reviews · Mar 17, 2020

    hard to play (unplayable). I was expecting much but even when i try to play the game it just has random sprites streched out and flashing

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  • Steam user Steam user …4942Steam reviews · Nov 9, 2018 · 2 h played

    Fun little tennis game with decent features including VS mode and a ranked online mode which is cross platform. I didn't find anyone online but it just came out today.

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …0052Steam reviews · Jul 3, 2023 · 1 h played

    I usually don't like this type of games, but this one is addictive for some reason

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …4272Steam reviews · Jun 29, 2019 · 2 h played

    Honestly not a bad game, if you pick this up and play with friends it could be a lot of fun. I would recommend buying it on sale and enjoy it with any friends or even try the online mode.

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …1054Steam reviews · Nov 17, 2018 · 1 h played

    Why? I don't know but if you played the cheap ass, horribly frustrating and addictive game this is based from; you just understand why it's good and buy the game. Is there in depth end game? I hope so, but I'm not planning on it. For the price I've already felt like it was worth while and I"m at .7 hours on record. I finished the tourn mode on all 3 difficulties, unlocked a few characters and have goals for knocking around an anvil instead of a tennis ball before feeling done with the game.…

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …9253Steam reviews · Nov 9, 2018 · 3 h played

    fun game!! cant stop playing!!

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …1766Steam reviews · Mar 6, 2026 · 5 h played

    Feels dull due to outdated graphics and limited moves. looks like just a basic tennis game with no special features or fun moments. disappointment for those expecting a lively match and quirky surprises.

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  • Steam user Steam user …2150Steam reviews · Mar 4, 2024 · 3 h played

    I am 32 years old. My ex-wife and I have a daughter together, and we adopted our son together. Both are now 4 years old. When we were going through our separation, I felt lost and unhappy. I was self-destructive. One day, I was so angry with everything spiraling out of control that I punched a concrete wall in a moment of overwhelming emotion. This resulted in breaking my fifth metacarpal in my right hand—the hand I worked with, played games with, and used to carry my children to bed—the hand…

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …1233Steam reviews · Nov 23, 2018 · 2 h played

    Too easy on single player mode. Medium and hard mode could be a little bit more challenging. If I had friends or my husband to play with me, I imagine VS mode can be fun. I like saving money to unlock new characters, some of them are unlockable when you beat the tournament. Very unique characters. You can definitely spot the reference from your favorite musicians, movies and TV shows. I hope the developers add more stuff to the game, more unlockables, characters, tournaments and skins. I would…

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …0788Steam reviews · Jul 21, 2023 · 6 h played

    single player easy no one playing online boring gameplay

    negative · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …3072Steam reviews · Mar 3, 2022

    is a quite nice game is like mario tennis and pong in the "timberman universe" witch i really like it has a very cute and nice sprite work

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →
  • Steam user Steam user …0330Steam reviews · Dec 30, 2021 · 3 h played

    A very fun game to play with friends. In a tournament where we play against bots, the difficulty levels easy to difficult differ only in the number of matches. The bots are very easy to defeat, even on the hard level.

    positive · reviewer's own thumbsView post →

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