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Golf Peaks

Looking for a change of pace or an escape from the stress of the rat race? Then Golf Peaks can provide you with a brief respite from the daily grind.
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82%Game Brain Score
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replayability, monetization
96% User Score Based on 652 reviews
Critic Score 68%Based on 15 reviews

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Golf Peaks is a single player casual sport game with kids and violence themes. It was developed by afterburn and was released on November 13, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"Golf Peaks is a relaxing puzzle game that combines golf with card mechanics. Play your way through 120 levels across multiple locations, using cards to move the ball and avoid hazards. With a zero understanding requirement for golf, anyone can jump in and enjoy."

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 652 reviews
gameplay40 positive mentions
replayability2 negative mentions
  • Golf Peaks is a charming and relaxing puzzle game that effectively combines golf mechanics with clever level design, making it enjoyable for casual play.
  • The game features a well-tuned difficulty curve, introducing new mechanics gradually, which keeps the puzzles engaging without becoming overly frustrating.
  • With its minimalist graphics and soothing soundtrack, Golf Peaks provides a calming atmosphere that enhances the overall puzzle-solving experience.
  • The game is relatively short, taking only a few hours to complete, which may leave some players wanting more content.
  • Some puzzles can feel misleading or overly reliant on trial and error, which may detract from the satisfaction of solving them.
  • The music, while relaxing, can become repetitive over time, potentially diminishing the immersive experience.
  • gameplay
    151 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in *Golf Peaks* is characterized by its clever integration of golf mechanics into puzzle-solving, with a gradual introduction of new mechanics across various worlds that keeps the experience engaging and accessible. Players appreciate the balanced difficulty curve, which allows for a mix of easy and challenging levels, although some feel that later levels could better utilize earlier mechanics. Overall, the game offers a relaxing and intuitive experience, making it suitable for both casual gamers and puzzle enthusiasts, despite some critiques regarding the depth and complexity of the puzzles.

    • “Golf Peaks is a delightful little puzzle game that mixes golf mechanics with clever level design.”
    • “Each world begins with a few tutorial levels that show you the mechanics of the new tiles without making you think, then the rest of the puzzles apply what you learned while combining them with the mechanics of the previous worlds.”
    • “The steady build-up of mechanics gives players plenty of time to learn before being tested on them.”
    • “Gameplay without any help would be more than double the time.”
    • “Other problems include the overall difficulty which, although good for me, isn't so great for those already familiar and well-versed with various puzzle games as the only appeal they'll have for this title is its unique setting alongside levels starting to get formulaic towards the end.”
    • “In short, golf peaks is not that kind of puzzle game, where puzzles are designed around ideas which necessitate progressively deeper understanding of different mechanics.”
  • graphics
    101 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalist and charming art style that enhances the overall aesthetic experience, making it visually appealing and relaxing. While some players appreciate the simplicity and polish of the visuals, others find them lacking in sophistication, leading to mixed opinions on their appeal. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the gameplay, creating a soothing atmosphere that complements the puzzle mechanics.

    • “The minimalist graphics and soothing music add to the overall calm and meditative experience.”
    • “The colorful yet simple graphics and calm, quiet music make for a relaxing atmosphere, even as some of the puzzles get quite difficult.”
    • “Music is zen, visuals simple but extremely polished, level design superb.”
    • “Graphics - 5/10”
    • “The graphics aren't anything sophisticated, so some players may not enjoy the more simplistic but stylized 2D graphics that this game makes use of.”
    • “[doesn't take long to complete every level, gameplay and visuals can be a bit bland]”
  • music
    96 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as relaxing and soothing, enhancing the overall calming atmosphere and making it suitable for puzzle-solving. However, some players noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive and occasionally grating, detracting from the experience. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's aesthetic, it lacks memorability and variety in certain areas.

    • “The minimalist graphics and soothing music add to the overall calm and meditative experience.”
    • “The music is super relaxing, making the puzzle solving a meditative state of brain flow.”
    • “Warm colors and relaxing, ambient background music makes this a very relaxing game to play.”
    • “I'd say my only criticism is that the music, while relaxing, gets repetitive very quickly.”
    • “It's safe to say that this is a pretty good game all around although, if I had to lobby a few criticisms against it, one of my biggest issues with it is that the music, whilst varied for each world, isn't the best sounding for what should be a relaxing experience as some of the soundtracks are a tad grating at times towards the ears; others not so much but aren't exactly anything to write home about, so the music for Golf Peaks is a bit of a letdown.”
    • “Good graphical design, reasonable sound design, music gets a bit repetitive, level design is a mixed bag (early levels seem too easy; and some later levels feel like filler or make-work; mechanics never really hit a point of combining in a way that feels more than the sum of its parts).”
  • atmosphere
    20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, enhanced by great music and visually distinct worlds that each have their own themes and gimmicks. Players appreciate the beautiful landscapes and simple graphics, which contribute to a soothing experience even amidst challenging puzzles. Overall, the game is described as a delightful and atmospheric puzzle experience that effectively combines engaging gameplay with a tranquil ambiance.

    • “It also helps that each world is not only visually different from the last, sticking to a particular 'theme' that brings about a fresh atmosphere for each world you progress into, but also each new world has a new gimmick that makes levels following afterwards all the more complicated!”
    • “It's a great way to pass the time and exercise your brain, all while enjoying the beautiful landscapes and calming atmosphere.”
    • “The colorful yet simple graphics and calm, quiet music make for a relaxing atmosphere, even as some of the puzzles get quite difficult.”
    • “A delightful small puzzler with a relaxing atmosphere.”
    • “Varied music throughout each world coupled with distinct world colors that make the atmosphere of each world stand out.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is characterized by its simplicity and charm, featuring new tiles and stroke techniques introduced with each chapter. Additionally, players are presented with extra missions at the end of each chapter to reinforce their learning.

    • “It's simple design also lends to its charm, with new tiles and stroke techniques coming with each chapter, and extra missions at the end of each chapter to continue testing what you learned.”
    • “Story time!”
  • stability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game demonstrates excellent stability on the Steam Deck, with multiple users reporting smooth performance without issues.

    • “Runs great on the Steam Deck!”
    • “Not surprisingly, it runs great on the Steam Deck.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find the game to be emotionally uplifting and calming, often providing comfort during difficult times and improving their mood on days when they felt down.

    • “It is very calming as well, having made me feel better on quite a few days when I was feeling very down.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The replayability of the game is rated as average, with a score of 5 out of 10, indicating that while there are some elements that may encourage players to revisit the game, it lacks significant incentives or variety to make repeated playthroughs particularly engaging.

  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization aspect of the game is perceived as unobtrusive, allowing players to enjoy a relaxing experience without excessive interruptions or pressure to spend money. Users appreciate the balance between free gameplay and optional purchases, enhancing the overall enjoyment.

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Golf Peaks is a casual sport game with kids and violence themes.

Golf Peaks is available on Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, iPhone, Windows and others.

The main story can be completed in around 3 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 4 hours to finish. On average players spend around 3 hours playing Golf Peaks.

Golf Peaks was released on November 13, 2018.

Golf Peaks was developed by afterburn.

Golf Peaks has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its replayability.

Golf Peaks is a single player game.

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