Mini Mini Golf Golf

About

An indie storytelling experience that goes beyond the lanes of the here and now into distant memories of a future planetary collapse. Destabilize the present and plunge into a neon psychohistory of a bizarre entity in distress. This is not a game about minigolf.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

96%

Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

story9 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and experimental storytelling experience that blends mini golf mechanics with a rich narrative, making it feel like a cross-media adventure.
Visually stunning with a mix of retro and futuristic aesthetics, the game creates an engaging atmosphere that enhances the overall experience.
Players appreciate the depth of the story and the emotional connections it fosters, encouraging exploration and reflection on important themes like climate change and personal relationships.

The gameplay can feel overly simplistic and tedious at times, with some players finding the mechanics frustrating and the narrative delivery convoluted.
The game may not appeal to everyone, particularly those expecting a traditional mini golf experience or linear storytelling, leading to potential disappointment.
Some technical issues, such as frame drops and visual glitches, can detract from the immersion, making it challenging for players to fully engage with the narrative.

story
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a unique blend of experimental narrative and interactive gameplay, using mini golf as a medium to explore themes of time, memory, and relationships. Players appreciate the layered storytelling, which includes various styles such as in-game messages, rendered scenes, and real-life recordings, though some feel it lacks a satisfying conclusion. Overall, it offers a quirky, atmospheric experience that rewards those who invest time in uncovering its deeper meanings.
- “Between unpacking the story, the individual relationships of different characters, and seeing the ripple effect of small actions across time and memory really puts things in perspective for me.”
- “The storytelling itself mixes a lot of styles, from direct messages in-game, through rendered scenes as you explore the various time tunnels, all the way to real-life recordings played on the in-game screens, of a mini talk show within the game, talking about games.”
- “Mini mini golf golf is a fairly simple but touching story told in a very complex way.”
- “Feels like only act one of a larger story, with a tacked-on non-conclusion, and I wish more could have been done with the cross-media genre-bending exploration elements that the game frontloads.”
- “Occasionally, you will also see a glimpse of a story through memories, but these are very abstracted and it was sometimes hard to form any real sense of attachments or even to understand what's going on until I was told explicitly.”
- “The game cleverly (though sometimes tediously) uses putting mechanics to spell out words and unlock story fragments.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, primarily revolving around mini golf mechanics that cleverly integrate narrative elements, though some players find it occasionally tedious. While the interface may require some adjustment, the overall experience is seamless, despite minor issues like stutters and frame drops. The game effectively balances fun and storytelling, though some mechanics, such as the clipboard guidance, may feel redundant.
- “The main interface takes some warming up to, but once you're in and settled, bouncing between broadcast segments and gameplay is both seamless and well-balanced.”
- “Soon after, you'll be locked into the depths of where this game takes you and the fun gameplay that connects it up.”
- “The core gameplay revolves around mini golf with simple push or pull controls, but that's where the simplicity ends.”
- “The gameplay is a bit too simple for my taste, but I don't play many narrative games, so I am not the best judge.”
- “Wait, actually there is something I want to critique—there are sometimes stutters and frame drops, presumably because of all the post-processing visual effects, but it hasn't affected gameplay yet, and the developers seem quick to respond to feedback on their Discord with patch updates.”
- “Since your clipboard always tells you how to progress, I found it kind of redundant from a gameplay perspective too, but it's neat that it exists.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics are praised for their striking blend of retro and futuristic aesthetics, featuring a mix of CRT and modern design elements that complement the synthwave soundtrack. While many players appreciate the charming and unique visual style, some find the constant glitch effects to be distracting. Overall, the visuals create an engaging experience that evolves from traditional mini golf settings to vibrant, cyber-inspired environments.
- “The aesthetic is excellent; a mix of CRT/analog and modern design, glitching out against each other to a synthwave soundtrack.”
- “All presented in a visual that mixes futuristic technology and retro aesthetics, very much complimenting the mixing of past and future in the narrative itself.”
- “The futuristic and retro graphics are really pretty; however, I find the visual effects (constant glitches) to be very distracting.”
- “I especially love the glitchy graphics and the pale colors.”
- “The game's aesthetic evolves from traditional mini golf courses to Tron-like cyber environments, creating a unique visual journey.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stylish and polished design, creating a captivating experience that blends mini-game controls with unique storytelling, reminiscent of point-and-click adventures. Reviewers highlight the impressive quality of the atmosphere, especially considering it is a debut title from a small team.
- “A wild but very atmospheric combination of mini game controls and unique storytelling that sometimes feels more like a point-and-click adventure than anything else.”
- “Firstly, it oozes style, and the atmosphere and polish have no business being this good for a small team's debut title.”
- “The visual and atmospheric design is truly captivating.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
- “Despite some interesting visuals, the overall atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
- “The game tries to create a tense atmosphere, but it often falls short, leaving players feeling disconnected from the experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be clever yet occasionally tedious, as it involves specific putting mechanics to unlock story fragments. While some sequences require patience due to their repetitive nature, the unique approach to gameplay is appreciated.
- “The game cleverly (though sometimes tediously) uses putting mechanics to spell out words and unlock story fragments.”
- “Tedious sequences requiring specific putt counts.”
- “Have patience for occasionally tedious gameplay mechanics.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while some players appreciate the unique visual style and find the glitches charming, others find the constant visual effects distracting and detrimental to the experience.
- “The futuristic and retro graphics are really pretty; however, I find the visual effects (constant glitches) to be very distracting.”
- “The game has a unique style, but the glitches in the mini-golf courses are frustrating and take away from the experience.”
- “The constant glitches make it hard to enjoy the game, as they disrupt the flow and immersion.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised for its excellent aesthetic, blending a synthwave soundtrack with a unique mix of CRT/analog and modern design elements, creating a captivating auditory experience that complements the visuals.
- “The aesthetic is excellent; a mix of CRT/analog and modern design, glitching out against each other to a synthwave soundtrack.”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel monotonous after a short while.”
- “The soundtrack feels out of place and doesn't match the game's atmosphere, detracting from the overall experience.”
- “The audio quality is poor, with some tracks sounding distorted and unpolished.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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"Mini Mini Golf Golf" presents a simple yet poignant narrative, intricately woven to evoke deep emotional responses from players. The game's storytelling effectively engages players, making them feel connected to its themes and characters.
- “Mini Mini Golf is a fairly simple but touching story told in a very complex way.”