Golfinite

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Golfinite is a single player arcade role playing game. It was developed by Pmurph Games and was released on April 12, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Golfinite" is a golf game where you progress from an amateur to a pro golfer, competing across four unique regions with their own challenges and hazards. Complete practice rounds, challenges, and tournaments to rise through the ranks and earn your spot in professional tournaments. Use abilities and purchasable golf tech to help you read the green, measure the wind, and avoid hazards on your way to becoming a pro golfer.

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Single-Player

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews

music3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic golf games like Mario Golf, with engaging RPG elements and unique abilities.
The arcade mechanics are intuitive and easy to learn, making it accessible for casual players while still providing depth for those who want to master it.
The developer is responsive to community feedback and actively adds new content, enhancing the overall experience and replayability.

The game lacks sufficient content, with only a few courses and limited progression systems, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness after a short playtime.
Some gameplay mechanics, such as the power meter and obstacle interactions, can be frustrating and inconsistent, detracting from the overall enjoyment.
There are no options for key mapping or local multiplayer, which limits customization and social play opportunities.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by a straightforward swing mechanic and engaging obstacles that add variety and challenge, reminiscent of classic titles like Mario Golf. Players appreciate the intuitive controls and the balance between casual play and deeper mechanics, making it accessible yet rewarding. While some desire additional modes and clearer leveling mechanics, the overall experience is enjoyable and offers a nostalgic, retro feel at a great value.
- “The mechanics of the game feel very nice; compensating for wind, lining up shots, and aiming around the obstacles are all fun and satisfying.”
- “Super fun game that has a casual feel but in-depth mechanics for those who want something a little more.”
- “Overall, I'd highly recommend this game to anyone who wants a fun, relaxing retro gameplay experience at an extremely reasonable price.”
- “I enjoyed it, I'd have loved to see some sort of progressive match play mechanics, and maybe another mode that didn't have any of the non-golf related traps (scorpions/birds/portals), but otherwise, I've spent more money to see an hour and a half long movie than I did for this game that took me 4 hours to beat.”
- “The fade/draw mechanic on leveling up was a bit confusing at first until I started pouring more points into my drive distance.”
- “Stats balance fairly and noticeably change your swing, so you can't just pump everything into drive to cheese the game like what happens with so many other indie golf games that try to add Mario Golf GBC/GBA's RPG mechanics.”
story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews highlight a strong appreciation for the narrative and charm of "Golf Story," which captivated players since its release in 2017, while expressing disappointment with "Sports Story" for lacking engaging story elements and content. Players desire more substantial main game content and narrative depth, particularly in tournament modes, which feel disconnected from the enjoyable golfing experience. Overall, the storytelling aspect is seen as a significant factor in the enjoyment of golf-themed games, with a call for more immersive narratives.
- “Golf has always translated well to video game format, but I began to look a bit more actively at golf releases after Golf Story won my heart in 2017 (and Sports Story broke it in 2022).”
- “If you liked the golfing in Golf Story, you'll enjoy what's on offer here.”
- “Just wish there was a little more main game content/story.”
- “No wrapper story or dialog, or anything.”
- “However, two things keep me from recommending it: 1) in order to play tournament mode (you know the one thing you'd get a golf game for) you have to go through a bunch of annoying 'training' missions that put you in unrealistically bad shots if you have any experience with Mario Golf-esque games.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some praising it as "awesome" and "chill," while others criticize it as mediocre or even "the driest soundtrack" they've encountered. Overall, the quality of the music seems to enhance the experience for some players, while detracting from it for others.
- “The four courses have great designs and even better music.”
- “Awesome chill music, unique level progression.”
- “Excellent music.”
- “Just thoughtless blobs of fairway stitched together with the driest soundtrack I've ever heard.”
- “The music was pretty bad, but playing with it off, you notice how mediocre the sound effects are.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game evoke a strong sense of nostalgia, reminiscent of the classic Mario Golf on Game Boy Color, appealing particularly to older gamers. The retro style, combined with modern updates, creates a charming aesthetic that prioritizes gameplay over high-end visuals, making it a delightful experience for fans of the original.
- “I'm a huge fan of the old Mario Golf game for the Game Boy Color, so when I saw this game's graphics, it was an instant purchase for me.”
- “The style of the graphics, the choice to not animate a golfer, the sounds, all provide a retro feel to the game with some updates for how games are today.”
- “Very much in the vein of the old Game Boy Mario Golfs as far as golf feel and visuals, if that's what you're looking for.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers feel that the game's monetization strategy could be improved, particularly highlighting a need for better advertising to enhance visibility and attract more players.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight the game's infinite replayability, attributing it to the randomly generated courses that ensure a unique experience with each playthrough.
- “The game has infinite replayability thanks to the randomly generated courses.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh and exciting, making me want to dive back in for more.”
- “The variety of challenges and paths keeps me coming back for another round.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players feel that the current grinding achievements are limited and suggest that additional, more challenging tasks should be included to enhance the reward system.
- “Only grindy-type achievements are implemented; more should be added to reward the more difficult tasks.”
- “The grinding feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
- “I find myself spending hours grinding for minimal rewards, which makes the game feel tedious.”
optimization
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The game is well-optimized, as it runs smoothly without demanding excessive system resources, resulting in no notable performance issues.
- “It's not overly demanding, so there are no performance issues.”
- “The game runs smoothly on a variety of hardware configurations.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized it is; I can enjoy high settings without any lag.”