Golf Around!
- December 4, 2020
- Snazzy Games
- 4h median play time
Get on Steam"Golf Around!" is a multiplayer Mini Golf game with online and single player modes, featuring 10 built-in courses with 180 holes and unique mechanics like katanas and dragons. Create and share custom levels with the community level editor, and customize your ball with Steam Items. Unlock achievements and enjoy various game options with up to 12 players. New content is regularly added.
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Reviews
- The game is incredibly fun to play with friends, offering a variety of custom game options and community maps that enhance replayability.
- It features a user-friendly level editor that allows players to create and share their own courses, adding to the game's content and creativity.
- The game is affordable, often available at a low price, making it accessible for groups looking for a casual gaming experience.
- The physics can be inconsistent and buggy, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially with certain ball shapes and ramps.
- The graphics and overall presentation are considered basic and could use improvement, making the game feel less polished compared to its competitors.
- There is a limited number of official maps, and the player base is small, which can make finding online matches challenging.
- graphics23 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players noting that while they are decent and functional, they often appear dated or bland. Many appreciate the entertaining physics and user-generated content, but criticize the overall aesthetic quality and level design. Despite these shortcomings, the game is still considered enjoyable, especially for casual play with friends.
“The graphics, music, and physics system are all futuristic and beautiful.”
“This is a small team, if not one person making this, and more than anything, the graphics convey the information needed.”
“°The graphics, lighting, and shadows are quite good.”
“Terrible level design and bland visuals amount to a mind-numbing golf experience.”
“The graphics are dated, but the physics are fine.”
“Clunky physics, rudimentary graphics, touchy controls, shoddy presentation, and on top of all that, only five official courses are currently available.”
- music21 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players praise the soundtrack as "banging" and fitting for the game's environments, others find it repetitive and occasionally annoying. There are calls for more variety and the option to add custom tracks, as the current selection is seen as limited. Overall, the music enhances the experience for some, but detracts from it for others, making it a polarizing aspect of the game.
“Buy this game for the soundtrack.”
“The graphics, music, and physics system are all futuristic and beautiful.”
“The music always fits the environment, and little details like the flamethrower sound effects really help!”
“The music is a weak spot for me, I'll be honest.”
“I find the game usually is best played with music off because the music can get annoying after a minute or two of listening to it.”
“I do hope we get the option to add our own music to stages, as the current selection is quite limited.”
- gameplay19 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its nostalgic feel and solid mechanics, making it a standout in the golf game genre. Players appreciate the variety offered by unique map mechanics, customization options, and community-generated content, although some have noted minor issues with responsiveness and physics. Overall, it provides a fun and engaging experience, especially in multiplayer settings.
“This game is crunchy in the best way; it feels like I'm replaying a game from my childhood that never existed back then, and the gameplay mechanics are on point.”
“If you're looking for some minigolf with great gameplay customization and lots of community workshop support, or on top of that something cheap to play with friends, this is the game to go for.”
“These options and more offer a great deal of gameplay variety, but more importantly, they foster a fun and frenzy-filled party game atmosphere that other titles in a similar vein are noticeably lacking.”
“The jump mechanic could use a little work as it doesn't always seem responsive, but overall we've been having a blast.”
“I only have a few complaints in regards to some buggy physics in certain parts of the game, and I’d like to see more options to switch up the gameplay!”
“Graphics and mechanics are solid but I do recommend turning on jump to help with any funky physics issues you may run into.”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players enjoying its light-hearted and goofy design, which leads to hilarious moments, especially when playing with friends. The community-created maps add to the fun, showcasing the developers' sense of humor and providing a mix of entertaining challenges that can evoke laughter and frustration alike. Overall, the game strikes a perfect balance between engaging gameplay and comedic elements, making it a delightful experience.
“Some of the most vivid, fun, light-hearted, and flat-out hilarious hours of my life were spent playing this with friends; it's amazing, has the exact right amount of jank, allows incredible trick shots, and features some truly awesome maps from the community.”
“The way some of the levels are designed is literally goofy as heck, and you can tell the devs have a sense of humor.”
“Some of the maps made me laugh out loud while playing them.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is marred by numerous bugs and glitches, particularly affecting the physics engine and collision mechanics, which can disrupt gameplay. Players have expressed frustration over the lack of developer support in addressing these issues, leading to a less enjoyable experience overall.
“If you want to see what I'm talking about, go check out my review for Gwyf, but long story short, Gwyf has too many bugs, glitches, and developers that won't fix the bugs or glitches or care about the fanbase.”
“Physics engine can be pretty buggy, especially with the different shapes of balls.”
“I've tried troubleshooting, looking it up, and trying to find out anything to help make it work, and nothing does.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate a mixed reception regarding the story aspect, with some users noting the absence of a narrative, while others acknowledge the presence of a story, albeit without further elaboration on its quality or depth.
“There is no story to speak of.”
“The story feels completely absent.”
“The narrative is lacking depth and engagement.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highly impactful, with players reporting strong feelings that can lead to tears, even during conversations with others.
“The editor makes me want to cry.”
“Made me cry on a call with a friend.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While the game is generally well-optimized and can run on low-end machines, user-created levels may suffer from performance issues, particularly on laptops, leading to inconsistent experiences.
“Nevertheless, they are optimized well, meaning the game can run even on the lowest grade machinery, Windows or Mac.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game, citing enjoyable features such as customizable settings, diverse gameplay options like ball jumping and collisions, and the ability to change the ball's appearance, which all contribute to a fun and varied experience.
“It's good fun, lots of replayability, cool settings like changing your ball to a d20, and more!”
“Options like ball jumping, collisions, and shaping the ball allow for lots of replay value.”
“The limited variety in gameplay mechanics makes it hard to find reasons to replay the game.”
“Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to dive back in.”
“The lack of meaningful choices and consequences means that replaying feels more like a chore than an adventure.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or additional lives to progress effectively.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding, as it allows you to unlock powerful abilities and gear.”
“The grind is satisfying and keeps you engaged, with each level feeling like a significant achievement.”
“I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; it never feels tedious and always offers something new to strive for.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game creates a vibrant and chaotic party atmosphere, providing a level of gameplay variety that enhances the overall experience and sets it apart from similar titles.
“These options and more offer a great deal of gameplay variety, but more importantly, they foster a fun and frenzy-filled party game atmosphere that other titles in a similar vein are noticeably lacking.”
