EnviroGolf

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EnviroGolf is a single player sport game. It was developed by Seemingly Pointless and was released on November 14, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

A text-based sport game with a focus on the environment? What more could you want! Envirogolf is a short text-based golf game (read: less than 15 minutes). Experience golf through the written word and learn about the environmental impact of your actions* while playing this white-collar leisure sport. Pick between three golf club options and strength levels in this digital three hole game. How is …

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57%

Audience ScoreBased on 37 reviews

humor4 positive mentions

gameplay2 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept that attempts to blend humor with environmental awareness.
Some players found it to be a fun, albeit short, experience that can be enjoyed for a brief period.
The game features cute animal pictures that add a charming element to the overall presentation.

The gameplay is minimal and lacks depth, often feeling more like a preachy text adventure than a game.
Many players criticized the game for its heavy-handed environmental message, which they felt was poorly executed and condescending.
Technical issues, such as low frame rates and poor optimization, detracted from the overall experience.

humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
60%
The humor in the game is largely criticized, with users noting a lack of subtlety and wit compared to classic titles, leading to disappointment. While the concept has potential for humor, the execution fails to deliver, resulting in unfunny gameplay and a lack of engaging content. Overall, the game's attempts at humor are seen as ineffective and unoriginal.
- “It's hilarious to read some of these seething reviews, lmao.”
- “The concept sounds funny, i.e., a text-based sports game that will be ruined by reality crashing into your pristine world.”
- “I downloaded this game thinking it would be funny because of the unlikely mix of genres (and I love golf video games).”
- “The things that are supposed to be funny aren't.”
- “The gameplay is non-existent, and the points aren't made at all.”
- “The game crashed at the end of the second hole.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The gameplay of "envirogolf" is criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, offering only simplistic choices with minimal interaction and no replayability. Players find the humor ineffective and the overall experience disappointing, with technical issues further detracting from the enjoyment.
- “I am writing this review to warn people who see a game and optimistically think, 'Oh, this'll be like those old Molleindustria left-wing flash games.' Envirogolf has none of the subtlety, none of the humor, none of the gameplay quality, and none of the replayability of classic flash titles like Oiligarchy.”
- “Gameplay consists of selecting a number of simple golfing-themed choices and then observing the outcome.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game have been criticized for their low-quality 2D retro pixel art, which many reviewers feel reflects a lack of talent and competence from the developer, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The game is poorly made with very low-quality 2D retro pixel art used instead of contemporary graphics, reflecting a lack of talent and competence from the developer.”
- “The graphics are outdated and lack detail, making the game feel unpolished and uninviting.”
- “The visual design is disappointing, with bland colors and simplistic textures that fail to engage the player.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express disappointment in the game's replayability, comparing it unfavorably to classic flash games, noting a lack of engaging gameplay and depth that would encourage repeated play. Overall, "envirogolf" fails to offer the replay value found in more successful titles.
- “I am writing this review to warn people who see a game and optimistically think, 'Oh, this'll be like those old Molleindustria left-wing flash games.' Envirogolf has none of the subtlety, none of the humor, none of the gameplay quality, and none of the replayability of classic flash titles like Oiligarchy.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is criticized for its lack of emotional depth, with players feeling that the messaging is condescending and overly exaggerated, ultimately failing to convey an environmentally conscious message. Instead of fostering genuine emotional engagement, it comes across as a forced agenda, detracting from the overall experience.