
The graphics are nice but not much improved over ver 3 in my opinion, e.g.

But it's really no major improvement over version 3, except for maybe a bit better realism and ball control in gameplay - however, a dropshot never really seems like one it's 99% impossible for you to hit the ball out it's 99.8% impossible for the AI to hit the ball out and the AI never faults!!! Unless it gets more realistic as you approach the top 10 in pro mode?). But it's really Virtua Tennis is still the ultimate "arcade" tennis game with the 2009 edition, being very easy to jump into and play. Virtua Tennis is still the ultimate "arcade" tennis game with the 2009 edition, being very easy to jump into and play. Improved Gameplay - Courtside action is better than ever, with extensive updates to the famous arcade-style Virtua Tennis match engine, as well as 3D crowds and a more realistic courtside experience. Playing alone or with up to three friends compete in 12 mini-games, five completely new, and upload your hi-scores on the worldwide rankings in games such as Zoo Feeder and Pirate War. New Player Creation System - You now have full control over facial, body and clothing customization, as well as the depth to populate the game world with hundreds of unknown opponents. All-new arenas and the officially licensed Davis Cup provide the most realistic tennis competition to date.

Then take your character online and prove you're the best with the new online ranking system! With brand new courts, a new roll call of tennis stars to compete against and even more court mini-games, Virtua Tennis 2009 is set to be the #1 tennis title once again! New Players / Courts - Play as or against over 20 of the world’s top players, including seven new to Virtua Tennis and three legends. Then take your character online and prove you're the best with the new online ranking system! With brand new courts, a new roll Create your own player and join the new World Tour where you are trained by a real-life legend of tennis to compete for the #1 ranking against the biggest stars.
