Desert Golfing

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Desert Golfing offers a simple yet challenging golfing experience across an endless, procedurally generated desert. Use your mouse to swing your club, navigating various terrain types and obstacles in your quest for the elusive end of the desert. With no scores, power meters, or course management, the only objective is to keep golfing.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

99%

Audience ScoreBased on 76 reviews

gameplay3 negative mentions

Desert Golfing is a simple, addictive game that provides a relaxing experience, perfect for playing while listening to music or watching videos.
The game features a vast number of procedurally generated holes, offering endless gameplay that can be both meditative and challenging.
Its minimalistic design and straightforward mechanics make it accessible and enjoyable for players looking for a casual gaming experience.

The lack of a pause menu or any form of progression tracking can be frustrating for some players.
Some users have reported performance issues, such as high CPU usage, which can detract from the overall experience.
The game may feel repetitive over time, as it lacks a clear end goal or variety in gameplay mechanics.

graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are reminiscent of Atari 2600 style, featuring simple yet effective 2D visuals that some players find appealing. While the aesthetics are minimalistic, the graphics are sharp and fluid, complementing the diverse challenges within the game. Overall, the visuals may not be flashy, but they enhance the gameplay experience rather than detract from it.
- “Don't turn away from buying this game because of the simple graphics and the seemingly easy levels.”
- “It has nice graphics; nothing fancy, but the 2D graphics look better in my opinion anyways.”
- “+ Sharp, accurate, and effective graphics.”
- “Atari 2600 style of graphics, but control is fluid and a huge number of holes with a variety of challenges like cliffs, water, etc.”
- “Don't turn away from buying this game because of the simple graphics and the - seemingly - easy levels.”
- “Don't be put off by its minimalistic aesthetics.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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75%
The music in the game enhances the overall experience, providing a relaxing backdrop that complements gameplay. Users recommend pairing it with ambient music to further enrich the atmosphere and ease frustration during challenging moments.
- “I'd recommend listening to some ambient music alongside it - it's a nice 'boost' and will make you flip out a little bit less when one hole takes you forty tries to complete.”
- “Turn on some music and veg out to desert golfing.”
- “It's a great way to relax, and is great for listening to music or watching something.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be bland and forgettable, which detracted from the overall experience.”
- “The audio quality of the music is subpar, and it feels like an afterthought in the game.”
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Desert Golfing revolves around a simple yet engaging loop where players launch their ball towards the hole, observe its flight, and make putts, creating a satisfying and repetitive experience.
- “The core gameplay loop of Desert Golfing is that you launch your ball towards the hole, watch as it flies through the air, maybe putt a bit, and then watch as it goes into the hole.”
- “The core gameplay loop of Desert Golfing is that you launch your ball towards the hole, watch as it flies through the air, maybe putt a bit, watch as it goes into the hole, and then?”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged for long periods.”
- “There are limited mechanics to explore, which makes the overall experience feel shallow and uninteresting.”