Golf Strike
- April 21, 2021
- Miniclip.com
- 111h median play time
"Golf Strike is a sport game with real-time tournament mode for up to 6 players. It boasts stellar gameplay and spectacular graphics, but is plagued by frequent advertisements and bugs. Players can join the ultimate golf game and compete against others in a funny, yet buggy environment."
Reviews
- The game features great graphics and smooth gameplay, making it visually appealing and enjoyable.
- The multiplayer aspect allows for fast-paced competition, with the ability to play against multiple players at once.
- The game is easy to learn, making it accessible for both new and experienced players.
- Frequent connection issues lead to disconnections during matches, causing players to lose their coins without being able to finish the game.
- The game often feels rigged, with AI opponents making impossible shots and winning despite poor performance.
- The upgrade system is frustratingly slow, making it difficult to progress without spending real money.
- graphics87 mentions
- 83 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics in this golf game receive largely positive feedback, with many users praising the stunning visuals, detailed courses, and overall aesthetic appeal. While some mention issues with connectivity and gameplay mechanics, the graphics are consistently described as impressive and a highlight of the game, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, a few users note that the graphics could be further enhanced, indicating room for improvement.
“The visuals are truly impressive, with detailed golf courses and picturesque landscapes that make you feel like you're actually on the green.”
“It boasts stunning graphics, intuitive controls, and a captivating multiplayer mode.”
“Great graphics, easy to play, and addictive!!!!!”
“Graphics basic.”
“Basic graphics.”
“The graphics are of a poor quality; gameplay is also poor.”
- stability53 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant issue, with numerous users reporting frequent freezes, glitches, and disconnections that result in lost progress and in-game currency. Many players express frustration over the lack of compensation for losses incurred during these technical problems, leading to a decline in overall enjoyment and trust in the game. While some users note occasional smooth gameplay, the overwhelming consensus highlights a need for urgent fixes to address these persistent stability issues.
“As a first-timer, I found the game fun and relaxing with no glitches.”
“It's a pretty good game; there are no glitches and nothing at all is wrong.”
“Here lately the game freezes and you lose everything.”
“But, I have lost several buy-ins because the game freezes or disconnects.”
“This game has too many glitches; I quit it, cheats, it sucks!!!!!!!!!!!!”
- monetization52 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 12 % neutral mentions
- 73 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads and microtransactions that detract from gameplay. Many users report spending more time watching ads than actually playing, and they criticize the in-app purchases as not providing sufficient value. While a few players appreciate games with optional ads, the general consensus is that the monetization strategy feels exploitative and significantly hampers the overall enjoyment of the game.
“Really fast, no ads except optional videos.”
“There are no ads unless you want something.”
“Little to no ads and lots of upgrades available.”
“You spend more time watching ads than playing.”
“You get bonus chests to get more clubs and special golf balls, but you have to watch so many ads before you get to open the chests.”
“Designed solely to get players to make purchases and/or watch ads.”
- gameplay47 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally described as fun and addictive, with smooth mechanics and great graphics. However, many users report significant frustrations due to connectivity issues, frequent crashes, and unbalanced matchmaking, which detract from the overall experience. While some praise the game's mechanics and speed, others criticize the lack of innovation and the impact of technical problems on gameplay enjoyment.
“Physics, mechanics, and gameplay are excellent.”
“One-handed game, very fun to play, great graphics, and amazing gameplay mechanics.”
“Great gameplay, simple to use.”
“It brings the gameplay loop to a screeching halt.”
“Demoted to 2 stars; the connectivity is rubbish, just lost connection during gameplay 3 times in a row.”
“The graphics are of poor quality and gameplay is also poor.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is frequently highlighted as a standout feature, with players finding it both entertaining and amusing, particularly in multiplayer interactions and during glitchy moments. Despite technical issues, many users express that the game's comedic elements provide a fun and engaging experience, making it a great way to pass the time. Overall, the humor is a significant draw for players, contributing to their enjoyment of the game.
“I believe this is the best game out of every game ever made for any type of computer, phone, or laptop. I've had more fun playing this game than I could ever express.”
“I like the interaction in the 6-player mode; it's really funny.”
“Funny way to kill time.”
- grinding6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often requiring extensive time investment to earn enough in-game currency for meaningful upgrades. The necessity to grind in lower levels to compete with higher-level players adds to the frustration, as does the unpredictability of bot opponents who perform exceptionally well. Overall, the grinding experience is viewed as a significant drawback that detracts from enjoyment.
“Also, it's impossible to earn enough gems/coins to make meaningful upgrades without grinding for weeks or months.”
“Very tedious.”
“Got tedious and repetitive.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game has received criticism for its lack of clarity and coherence, with players expressing frustration over incomplete quests and the reliance on watching videos without clear instructions or available missions.
“A quest that has me watch a video in the shop to complete, but there's no quest in my shop to click on!”
“Yet missions need to be added.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized for frequent glitches and performance issues, leading to crashes and a jerky experience that hampers gameplay. Users express frustration over the slow performance and hope for improvements to enhance overall stability and enjoyment.
“Please try to improve its performance; it's a very slow game!”
“The game suffers from severe optimization issues, making it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
“I constantly experience frame drops and lag, which ruins the overall experience.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for being a refreshing change from the typical repetitive tracks often found in golf games, allowing players to enjoy the experience without intrusive sound. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the gameplay atmosphere.
“Finally, a decent golf game where you're not forced to listen to some insipid, repetitive music that drills its way into your skull and won't leave.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the game's strong swinging mechanics and exceptional atmosphere, complemented by a notably clear visual presentation.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“The game's ambiance is hauntingly beautiful, creating a perfect backdrop for the story.”
“Every detail contributes to a rich atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout.”