Golf Gang

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Golf Gang is a single player and multiplayer casual racing game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Lazy Monday Games and was released on May 19, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

"Golf Gang" is a fast-paced racing game that combines minigolf with party game elements for up to 8 players online. Compete in hundreds of holes with unique modifiers, or hone your skills in time trials and leaderboard challenges. The game encourages creativity and chaos, with various modifiers to bend the rules and create your own unique ways to play.

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Audience ScoreBased on 708 reviews

gameplay14 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

Extremely fun and chaotic, especially when played with 4 or more friends, making for a hilarious multiplayer experience.
The game features a variety of modifiers that add unique twists to gameplay, enhancing replayability and keeping the experience fresh.
Fast-paced and engaging, Golf Gang combines racing elements with traditional golf mechanics, making it a unique and enjoyable party game.

The game suffers from a lack of content, with limited maps and community support, which can lead to repetitive gameplay over time.
Physics can feel inconsistent and frustrating, with issues like the ball never stopping and hitboxes that may not function as expected.
Finding public lobbies can be difficult, as the player base is low, making it less enjoyable for those without friends to play with.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of Golf Gang is fast-paced and highly entertaining, accommodating up to 8 players with a variety of mechanics and modifiers that enhance replayability and competition. While the game offers enjoyable multiplayer experiences and smooth mechanics, some players find it basic with limited courses and occasional imbalances in modifiers. Overall, it provides a fun and addictive experience, particularly in a group setting, though it may become repetitive after a short playtime.
- “The fast-paced gameplay is addictive and fun.”
- “Its multiplayer mode offers enjoyable competition among friends, while the single-player challenges add depth to the gameplay.”
- “Modifiers give the courses a ton of replay value, as you can try them again with intensely different mechanics, like bombs, collision explosions, jumping, etc...”
- “If you're considering buying it, be prepared for a maximum of two hours of gameplay.”
- “Very easy gameplay, but super boring quickly.”
- “My only gripe is that some of the mods feel a little lacking at times (either don't do enough to alter gameplay or do far too much) but there are plenty that hit the sweet spot.”
humor
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as chaotic and hilarious, especially when played with friends, leading to moments of laughter and excitement as players collide and compete. The fast-paced gameplay, combined with unique modifiers and random effects, creates a fun atmosphere filled with screaming and laughter, making it a memorable experience that can leave players light-headed from joy. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to generate laughter and enjoyment through its chaotic interactions.
- “It is a funny game especially with your friends, full of joy and new things that you do not usually see in those types of golf games.”
- “My friends and I spent hours screaming and crying with laughter until we got headaches ramming our cursed-looking balls into each other.”
- “Random effect mode is hilarious and a ton of fun with friends.”
graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in Golf Gang are described as charming and smooth, featuring a simple art style that enhances the fun and engaging gameplay. While many players appreciate the adorable visuals and the game's overall aesthetic, some criticize the course design and find the 3D visuals reminiscent of outdated styles, leading to mixed feelings about their appeal. Overall, the graphics are considered basic but effective for the game's lighthearted nature.
- “Golf Gang provides a fun and accessible golfing experience with its simple controls and charming visuals.”
- “The graphics are adorable and easy on the eyes, and the gameplay is super engaging.”
- “Golf Gang has a nice art style, soundtrack, and a whole bunch of modifiers that make this the silliest and most fun mini golf game on Steam.”
- “Graphics: basic.”
- “Aside from the above, lacklustre course design and 80's, MTV-video, 3D visuals serve as a lesser offense.”
- “Graphics = hurt my eyes immediately upon opening it.”
replayability
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability through its diverse modifiers, which introduce unique mechanics like bombs and time manipulation, allowing players to experience courses in fresh and entertaining ways. While the map creativity may be less than other titles, the engaging gameplay and the incentive of unlocking cosmetics keep players coming back for more. Overall, the combination of wacky courses and over-the-top power-ups ensures hours of fun and replay value.
- “Modifiers give the courses a ton of replay value, as you can try them again with intensely different mechanics, like bombs, collision explosions, jumping, etc.”
- “With its wacky courses, over-the-top power-ups, and endless replayability, Golf Gang is sure to keep you entertained for hours on end.”
- “The modifiers (like extra bounciness or slowing down time) add unique twists to the game and increase its replayability.”
- “The maps are less creative than GWF, but the modifiers are a big improvement and make the game stupid fun and really replayable.”
- “In-game modifiers add a lot of replayability.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Golf Gang is praised for its fantastic audio quality and mastered soundtrack, contributing to the game's fun atmosphere. However, some users find that the music becomes repetitive and boring quickly, which may detract from the overall experience during extended play.
- “Golf Gang has a nice art style, soundtrack, and a whole bunch of modifiers that make this the silliest and most fun mini golf game on Steam.”
- “Great party game to go at it with friends; it features a simple user interface, fantastic audio quality supported by a mastered soundtrack.”
- “Music gets boring super fast.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization is highly variable; players who experience smooth performance enjoy the game, while those who encounter issues may feel compelled to seek refunds. Additionally, the user interface is criticized for being poorly designed and not optimized for controller use.
- “Other than that, the UI is really bad; it's not optimized for controllers at all.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been noted for its stability issues, including glitches and a lack of players, which detracts from the overall experience. While players express a strong affection for the game, they hope for timely fixes to these bugs.
- “I absolutely love this game, as did my friends, but it is a little buggy and I hope they fix them soon.”
- “But there are glitches and a lack of players.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is minimalistic, centering around the concept of being a ball, which may suggest a focus on gameplay mechanics rather than a traditional narrative. This simplicity could appeal to players looking for a unique or abstract experience.
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has received criticism for its misleading advertising, with users feeling that the promised "blazing speed" is not reflected in the actual gameplay, which they describe as slow and unengaging.