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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.
84%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
replayability, grinding
96% User Score Based on 790 reviews
Critic Score 73%Based on 15 reviews

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"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 805 reviews
gameplay54 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • Golf Peaks offers a unique blend of golf mechanics and puzzle-solving, providing a relaxing yet engaging experience.
  • The game features well-designed puzzles that gradually increase in difficulty, introducing new mechanics in each world.
  • With its charming visuals and soothing soundtrack, Golf Peaks creates a calming atmosphere perfect for casual play.
  • Some puzzles can feel overly simplistic or rely on trial and error, which may frustrate players looking for deeper challenges.
  • The game is relatively short, with many players completing it in just a few hours, leading to concerns about replayability.
  • Certain visual elements, like the height of tiles, can be difficult to gauge, potentially causing confusion during gameplay.
  • gameplay
    181 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Golf Peaks offers engaging gameplay that cleverly blends golf mechanics with puzzle-solving elements, introducing new mechanics in each of its ten worlds to maintain interest and challenge. The game features a well-paced difficulty curve, with initial levels serving as tutorials that gradually lead to more complex puzzles, allowing players to learn and adapt without feeling overwhelmed. While the mechanics are generally well-executed and enjoyable, some players feel that the later levels could better utilize earlier mechanics for a more cohesive experience.

    • “Golf Peaks is a clever puzzle game that uses golf mechanics without requiring any actual golfing skill.”
    • “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 mechanics before being tested on them.”
    • “The gameplay is relatively simple for puzzle games and may not appeal to those looking for a more serious challenge.”
    • “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.”
    • “On the contrary, the gameplay of Golf Peaks resembles more to walking through a maze, where the correct path is obscured by all the branchings.”
  • graphics
    119 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are characterized by a minimalist and charming art style that enhances the overall calming and meditative experience. Players appreciate the clean visuals and soothing soundtrack, which contribute to a relaxing atmosphere, although some find the simplicity may not appeal to everyone. Overall, the aesthetic is well-received, with many noting it as a key reason for enjoying the game, despite occasional critiques regarding the user interface and level design.

    • “The colorful yet simple graphics and calm, quiet music make for a relaxing atmosphere, even as some of the puzzles get quite difficult.”
    • “The minimalist graphics and soothing music add to the overall calm and meditative experience.”
    • “Great minimalist puzzle game: difficulty curve feels natural, visuals are smooth and relaxing, soundtrack is really good, and the way each world's new mechanic builds on each other is done perfectly.”
    • “Graphics - 5/10”
    • “The graphics are minimalist and the levels/puzzles are 3D objects placed over a simple background.”
    • “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.”
  • music
    114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in *Golf Peaks* is generally described as calming and relaxing, enhancing the game's meditative atmosphere, with distinct soundtracks for each world that match their themes. However, some players noted that the music can become repetitive and occasionally grating, detracting from the overall experience. Despite these criticisms, many found the soundtrack enjoyable and fitting for a puzzle game, contributing positively to the gameplay.

    • “Plus, the calming visuals and music make it a joy to play.”
    • “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.”
    • “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 let down.”
    • “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 relaxing and calming qualities, enhanced by great music and visually distinct worlds that each have their own themes and gimmicks. Players appreciate the colorful graphics and soothing soundscapes, which create a delightful backdrop for engaging puzzles, making it a perfect way to unwind while exercising the mind. Overall, the game successfully combines challenging gameplay with a serene atmosphere that keeps players immersed and entertained.

    • “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!”
    • “The colorful yet simple graphics and calm, quiet music make for a relaxing atmosphere, even as some of the puzzles get quite difficult.”
    • “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 makes 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
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as simple yet charming, with a progression that introduces new elements and challenges in each chapter. While some players express a desire for a more developed background story, the overall narrative is still appreciated for its engaging design and structure.

    • “It's simple design also lends to its charm, with new tiles and stroke techniques coming with each chapter, and an extra mission at the end of each chapter to continue testing what you learned.”
    • “Maybe I would like to get the background story as in Inbento, but it's still nice.”
    • “Story time!”
  • replayability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been noted for its low replayability, with many users indicating that once all puzzles are solved, there is little incentive to return. A course builder feature has been suggested as a potential enhancement to improve replay value. Overall, it has received a rating of 5/10 for replayability.

    • “One addition it would benefit from is a course builder to enhance replayability.”
    • “Not a ton of replay value once you crack all the puzzles.”
    • “Low replayability.”
  • grinding
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of Golf Peaks to be well-balanced, with most levels providing a satisfying challenge without becoming tedious. However, attempting to complete the game in one sitting may lead to a more monotonous experience.

    • “I've played it one world at a time; I'm sure it would be a little tedious if you tried to do it in one sitting.”
    • “Golf Peaks has 120(+1) levels, and of those, I think I had to look up the solutions to 4 of them, 2 of which were right at the end (second- and third-to-last levels); besides those, I found most of the game to have the right balance of challenge without becoming tedious.”
  • 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

    Players find the game emotionally uplifting and calming, often turning to it during difficult times to improve their mood and provide comfort.

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

    The monetization aspect of the game is generally perceived as unobtrusive, allowing players to enjoy a relaxing experience without excessive interruptions. Users appreciate the balance between gameplay and monetization, which enhances rather than detracts from the overall enjoyment.

73%Critics’ scoreBased on 15 critic reviews

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3h Median play time
3h Average play time
3h Main story
4h Completionist
3-3h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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