It looks like 2K Sports is really dedicated to making Top Spin 3 (DS, PS3, Xbox 360, Wii) a standout title. A recent conference call with lead producer Anthony DeLuca revealed more details about the game.

The main differences between the three next-gen console versions of the game will be in gameplay and online mode. The Wii will offer more casual games and will of course utilize the Wiimote. Timing, positioning, and aiming will also be given more focus.

Online mode, meanwhile, is limited to Top Spin 3's PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions. The game will mark the debut of the "World Tour" mode, a series of two-week tournaments and leaderboards. Online co-op isn't available, however, due mostly to framerate and lag issues.

As for ranked games, gamers will only be able to play ranked singles matches. Probably because of the lack of online co-op, there will be no ranked doubles matches. The ever-ubiquitous DLC will also be made available in order to add more players, equipment and customization options to the game.

To keep up with the game's arrival on next gen consoles (Top Spin 3 is the series' second outing on the Xbox 360 and the first on the PS3 and Wii), both graphics and sound have been given an overhaul. There will be no commentators in the game, but there will be environmental sounds such as crowd noise and dynamic weather.

True-blue tennis fans will also be getting a kick out of the players' unique signature moves. For a list of players making an appearance in Top Spin 3, check out this previous QJ.NET article. The game comes out on June 24. Stay tuned for more news.


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