Gameloft Expands Its Publishing Slate with Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! Coming to Consoles and PC.
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Old Skull Games serves up a reimagined Nickelodeon tennis experience packed with fast-paced local multiplayer and fan-favorite characters.
Gameloft, a leader in the creation and publishing of games, today unveiled Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next!, an arcade tennis experience developed by Old Skull Games for consoles and PC. The title launches on May 28th, 2026, with pre-orders available now across all major platforms.
Inspired by the original mobile title, Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! is a fully reimagined experience designed for console and PC, delivering refined controls, enhanced gameplay depth, and a premium polish for a true arcade sports experience.
The Ultimate Couch Experience
At its core, the game celebrates shared play. Built for couch co-op , it lets players jump into quick, action-packed matches with family and friends. From fast-paced exhibition matches to chaotic arcade-style challenges, a variety of game modes keep the experience fresh and encourage friendly competition. With intuitive controls and pick-up-and-play mechanics, the game delivers instant fun for players of all ages and skill levels.
Your Favorite Nickelodeon Characters, Your Style
The game features a roster of 15 iconic Nickelodeon characters from past and present, including SpongeBob from SpongeBob SquarePants, CatDog from CatDog and Aang from Avatar: the Last Airbender, each brought to life with their own personality, unique abilities, and signature style. Players can also customize their favorite characters with a wide range of outfits and equipment, adding a fun layer of self-expression to every match.
Accessible and engaging, Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! captures the wild energy of arcade sports while staying true to Nickelodeon’s playful DNA, making it a perfect fit for families, kids, and nostalgic fans alike.
“Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! is a major step forward for the franchise and a great milestone in the expansion of our publishing activities,” said Guilherme Lachaut, Chief Sales Officer at Gameloft. “In close collaboration with Old Skull Games, we helped shape a richer version of the game for console and PC players worldwide, with more robust gameplay and a strong focus on playing together.”
“We wanted to create a game that’s instantly fun to pick up and exciting to play together,” added Camille Decressain, Producer at Old Skull Games. “Bringing these iconic Nickelodeon characters into a fast-paced, social experience allowed us to focus on what matters most—shared moments, friendly competition, and pure arcade fun.”
Game Details
- Title: Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next!
- Developer: Old Skull Games
- Publisher: Gameloft
- Platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PC (Steam)
- Release Date: May 28, 2026
- Pre-orders: Available April 8, 2026
- Price: €29.99 / $29.99
- Genre: Arcade Sports / Party Game
- Rating: PEGI 3 / ESRB Everyone
Pre-orders for Nickelodeon Extreme Tennis: Next! are now live, giving players early access to the ultimate couch experience ahead of launch on May 28, 2026.
For more information please visit: http://www.gameloft.com/game/
About Gameloft
Leader in the development and publishing of multiplatform games, Gameloft® has established itself as a pioneer in the industry, creating innovative gaming experiences for 25 years. Gameloft creates games for all digital platforms, from mobile to cross-platform titles for PC and consoles. Gameloft operates its own established franchises such as Asphalt®, Dragon Mania Legends, March of Empires, and Dungeon Hunter, and also partners with major rights holders including LEGO®, Universal, Illumination, Hasbro®, Fox Digital Entertainment, Lamborghini®, and Ferrari®. Gameloft distributes its games in over 100 countries and employs 3,000 people worldwide. Every month, 1 billion unique users can be reached by advertisers in Gameloft games with Gameloft for brands, a leading B2B offering dedicated to brands and agencies. Gameloft is a Vivendi company.
About Old Skull Games
Old Skull Games creates games meant to be played together, with a focus on fun, easy-to-pick-up experiences that bring people closer and create great moments to share, often with characters and worlds players already know and love.
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