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Golf Story

Golf Story is another must play Switch exclusive for more than just golf or RPG fans.
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73%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
73% User Score Based on 43 reviews
Critic Score 81%Based on 17 reviews

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About Golf Story

Golf Story is a single player role playing game with drama and comedy themes. It was developed by Sidebar Games and was released on September 27, 2017. It received positive reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

Play the story of a golfer, forced to give up all that he holds dear for one final shot at accomplishing his dream. But all is not so simple in the world of golf. To best today's players you have to be able to keep up with them not just on the course, but also off it.

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73%Audience ScoreBased on 43 reviews
story6 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions
  • Charming and humorous writing with a lot of personality and engaging characters.
  • Fun and fluid gameplay with a variety of courses and side activities to enjoy.
  • Strong replayability through multiplayer and a well-designed story mode.
  • Frequent glitches and technical issues can disrupt the experience.
  • Some gameplay mechanics are not well fleshed out, leading to frustrating controls.
  • Objectives can be unclear, and quests may feel tedious at times.

  • story

    17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    35% positive mentions, 47% neutral mentions, 18% negative mentions

    The story of Golf Story is characterized by its charming Australian humor, engaging characters, and clever writing, which together create a surprisingly gripping narrative. While the gameplay mechanics can be frustrating and some quests feel tedious, the overall experience is enhanced by a wealth of content and entertaining dialogue, making it a delightful RPG for both golf and non-golf fans alike. However, the story's simplicity may occasionally feel repetitive, and technical issues can detract from the experience.

    • “All told, Golf Story is a surprisingly gripping game, hooking you with fantastic gameplay, loads of content, and a well-written script.”
    • “The story is entertaining enough, but the real charm of this game is the hilarity of its characters and dialogue.”
    • “Though the gameplay mechanics on show here might not be as deep as you’d want from a proper golf game, Golf Story is still a wonderful delight to play from start to finish, and it’s a gem of an RPG that Switch owners shouldn’t skip out on.”
    • “Golf Story is held back by a number of mechanics, some of which are not very fleshed out or enjoyable, the occasional glitch, and lots of quests which require skill and control of the game's often shaky mechanics.”
    • “[Frustrating controls, especially with disc golf, unclear objectives, quests often feel like chores, several glitches and the occasional crash]”
    • “The simplicity of the story can wear a little thin at times.”

  • gameplay

    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 34% neutral mentions, 33% negative mentions

    The gameplay in Golf Story is engaging and charming, featuring a mix of enjoyable golf mechanics and RPG elements, though it suffers from occasional glitches and some underdeveloped mechanics. While the gameplay may not be as deep as traditional golf games, it offers a delightful experience with plenty of content and side activities, making it a worthwhile title for Switch owners. However, players may find the simplicity of the mechanics and story somewhat limiting over time.

    • “Golf Story is a surprisingly gripping game, hooking you with fantastic gameplay, loads of content, and a well-written script.”
    • “Though the gameplay mechanics on show here might not be as deep as you’d want from a proper golf game, Golf Story is still a wonderful delight to play from start to finish, and it’s a gem of an RPG that Switch owners shouldn’t skip out on.”
    • “The 2D sprites and artwork are gorgeous. The world and characters are very charming. There are tons of side activities to sink your teeth into, which is great because the golf gameplay is fun.”
    • “Glitches rear their head at inopportune moments, making mechanics difficult to decipher.”
    • “Golf Story is held back by a number of mechanics, some of which are not very fleshed out or enjoyable, the occasional glitch, and many quests that require skill and control of the game's often shaky mechanics.”
    • “The gameplay is relatively simplistic compared to traditional golf games, and the simplicity of the story can wear a little thin at times.”

  • stability

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Golf Story is generally enjoyable but marred by stability issues, including frequent glitches, frustrating controls, and occasional crashes. Players report that the putting mechanics can be difficult to understand, and unclear objectives can make quests feel tedious. Overall, while it offers charm, its technical flaws detract from the experience.

    • “Glitches rear their head at inopportune moments; putting mechanics are difficult to decipher.”
    • “Frustrating controls, especially with disc golf; unclear objectives, quests often feel like chores, several glitches, and the occasional crash.”
    • “Fun, quaint, and a bit buggy; Golf Story is a lovely but flawed distraction.”

  • graphics

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    67% positive mentions, -67% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The graphics are praised for their charming 2D sprites and artwork, creating a visually appealing world and characters. While the overall aesthetic is considered strong, some reviewers feel the game itself doesn't fully reach its potential. The vibrant visuals complement the engaging gameplay, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate both the graphics and the golf mechanics.

    • “The 2D sprites and artwork are gorgeous. The world and characters are very charming, with tons of side activities to sink your teeth into. This is great because the golf gameplay is fun, and the quick play mode lets you focus on the golf if you don’t like the story.”
    • “The concept and aesthetics are impressive, creating a visually appealing experience that enhances the overall gameplay.”
    • “The concept and aesthetics are promising, but the overall graphics fall flat.”
    • “The visuals feel outdated and lack the polish expected from modern games.”
    • “The graphics are underwhelming and do not do justice to the game's potential.”

  • humor

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its hilarious dialogue and charming characters, which add personality to the experience. Players appreciate the variety of courses and environments, enhancing the comedic elements throughout the quick play golf games.

    • “The hilarious dialogue adds so much personality and charm to the game.”
    • “The humor shines through in the various courses and environments.”
    • “It's a quick play game that keeps golf fans entertained with its witty humor.”

  • replayability

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game offers significant replayability, with an engaging story mode that encourages extended playtime, complemented by a multiplayer mode that further enhances the overall experience.

    • “This is one that’ll have you coming back for many hours in the story mode alone, and the multiplayer does a good job of expanding on this with even more replayability.”
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81%Critics’ scoreBased on 17 critic reviews
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Golf Story is a role playing game with drama and comedy themes. Common tags for Golf Story include indie.

Golf Story is available on Nintendo Switch, Wii U and Wii.

Golf Story was released on September 27, 2017.

Golf Story was developed by Sidebar Games.

Golf Story has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked Golf Story for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Golf Story is a single player game.

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