Links E6

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Links E6 is a single player and multiplayer sport game. It was developed by TruGolf, Inc. and was released on June 28, 2021. It received neutral reviews from players.

Links E6 is an entirely new digital golf experience. This first person simulation puts you in the game creating the ultimate sensation of being on the course. With world-class courses and online competition, Links E6 is connecting golfers, gamers and fans to the future of golf.

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Audience ScoreBased on 107 reviews

graphics11 positive mentions

monetization4 negative mentions

The game features beautiful graphics and smooth transitions between shots, enhancing the visual experience.
It's a free-to-play game that offers a decent amount of content with five courses included in the base version.
The three-click swing mechanic provides a nostalgic feel for fans of the original Links series, making it a straightforward golf simulation.

The swing meter is excessively fast, making it difficult for players to achieve accurate shots, which frustrates the gameplay experience.
The game lacks essential features such as a player avatar, career mode, and AI opponents, limiting its depth and replayability.
Players are required to create an account to play, which adds unnecessary complexity and can be a barrier for casual gamers.

graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their beauty and quality, particularly in high-resolution settings, while others find them basic or dated. Some users appreciate the updated visuals and specific features like the ball cam, but there are complaints about the lack of depth in presentation and the overall graphical fidelity. Overall, while the graphics are generally seen as a strong point, they are sometimes overshadowed by gameplay issues and mechanics.
- “The updated graphics are good, and the ball cam after hitting the ball is brilliant.”
- “Stunning graphics.”
- “I am running in hi-res on a 2080 ti and 34 inch monitor and the graphics are simply beautiful.”
- “The presentation is virtually non-existent, menus are ugly, and the graphics are decent but dated.”
- “The graphics quality is quite mediocre, but transitions are very fast.”
- “Thought that the graphics could have been a bit better, but that may be due to reusing old scans.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of frustration and enjoyment; while the swing mechanics are criticized for being difficult to use, especially on laptops, the ball mechanics and realism are praised for their similarity to real golf. Players appreciate the classic three-click swing system and suggest that turning off assists enhances the challenge, though many desire better tutorials and improved navigation for a more accessible experience. Overall, the game has potential but suffers from broken mechanics and a steep learning curve.
- “Ball mechanics and realism of bounce and spin is super enjoyable, very much similar to a real golf simulator.”
- “It plays like the classic links games with the three-click swing mechanic, and it's a pretty decent little sim.”
- “Just turn off all the assists such as mulligans, auto-putting, putt guideline, etc., and you find yourself a game with accessible yet challenging gameplay.”
- “The swing mechanics are unusable on my laptop.”
- “If this game had the swing mechanics of Golf Club 2019 and better navigation/cameras for approach shots, this could be a very good game.”
- “I would love some sort of in-game tutorial, or at least tooltips, to help a person new to the game grasp the mechanics.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's monetization model is praised for being free of ads and pop-ups, offering a clean experience without aggressive microtransactions. While it relies on additional DLC courses for revenue, players appreciate the absence of pay-to-win mechanics, making it a refreshing alternative in the genre. However, some features like a solo career mode and course creator are missing, which may be linked to its monetization strategy.
- “The game is free and has no BS microtransactions at all.”
- “This is far closer to WGT as a title, but hopefully without the pay-to-win club microtransactions.”
- “I don't play many free games because they almost always have annoying pop-ups, ads, and are constantly trying to get into my wallet.”
- “Only negatives I have with the game are no solo career mode, no visible golfer avatar, and no course creator (which is a bit understandable considering the monetization for the game relies purely on additional DLC courses).”
- “This is far closer to WGT as a title, but hopefully without the pay-to-win club microtransactions and such.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music, particularly the main menu track, has received high praise for its quality, adding a notable touch to the experience. However, some players feel that the overall gameplay mechanics, such as the swinging and club selection, detract from the enjoyment, despite the nostalgic fanservice elements.
- “Oh yeah, the main menu music has no right being as amazing as it is.”
- “The music feels repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged during gameplay.”
- “While the soundtrack has some catchy tunes, it quickly becomes annoying due to its limited selection.”
- “The background music is so bland that it detracts from the overall experience, leaving me feeling disconnected from the game.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users report significant stability issues, including poor execution of swings that are affected by frame rate glitches, making gameplay difficult. Additionally, there are instances of video screen freezes that require a complete shutdown of the machine, which were not experienced in previous versions of the game.
- “I don't mind three-point swings, but the one in this game is done really poorly - you always go through a full range of motion, and the backswing is far too quick on drives and long irons to the point where it's almost impossible to play, especially when the frame rate glitches slightly during the backswing.”
- “Video screen freezes requiring me to shut down the machine. I may need to change my settings, but I didn't have this problem with 2K21 or Perfect Golf.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks the humorous banter that was present in its original version, leaving players disappointed by the absence of comedic elements.
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players highlight that the game offers significant replayability due to its well-crafted design, encouraging multiple playthroughs.
- “They add a lot of replay value and are all really well made.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is less focused on a lively party vibe, suggesting that players seeking a more festive experience might prefer Mario Golf instead.
- “If you want something with more of a party atmosphere, I'd suggest sticking with Mario Golf.”
- “The game lacks the immersive atmosphere that I was hoping for, making it feel flat and uninspired.”
- “Despite the beautiful graphics, the overall atmosphere feels lifeless and fails to engage the player.”