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Tennis Elbow 4 AI movement

Postby fasterthanyou14 » 29 Jul 2025, 17:34

Hello. In Tennis Elbow 4, the AI always tries to hit the ball, and when it can't reach it, the movement looks unnatural. In real life, tennis players don’t run for balls they believe are unreachable. I'm not sure if this is something that can be fixed, but more realistic movement would improve the game. This issue also comes up with every drop shot. In real life, drop shots can be very effective, but in the game, the AI never gives up and almost always reaches them. If there’s a way to fix this, I’d really appreciate it if someone could let me know. Thanks!
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Re: Tennis Elbow 4 AI movement

Postby manutoo » 30 Jul 2025, 06:25

Hello,

1) If the ball is really far, the CPU won't run after it

2) The drop shot is a very delicate strike to balance so it doesn't get overpowered or useless. I think the balance right now is alright, but it can't be 100% realistic. Also, be sure to stand on the baseline or a bit inside when you make a drop shot.
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Re: Tennis Elbow 4 AI movement

Postby fasterthanyou14 » 30 Jul 2025, 13:17

Thank you for reply. I've been playing your tennis games for years and never got bored. Are you planning to import new animation system to the game? It could be awesome.
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Re: Tennis Elbow 4 AI movement

Postby manutoo » 01 Aug 2025, 06:54

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Re: Tennis Elbow 4 AI movement

Postby fasterthanyou14 » 02 Aug 2025, 16:02

Sorry about your foot, get well soon. TE4 is already the best, when you integrate motion capture, it'll be best of the best. Respect to your huge effort. Playing TE4 on my YT channel for more people to discover this amazing game. My channel is little, but I hope I could contribute.
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Re: Tennis Elbow 4 AI movement

Postby manutoo » 04 Aug 2025, 06:39

Thanks, sharing on YouTube helps new people discover the game ! :yes:
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