Perfect Golf

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"Perfect Golf" is a realistic golf simulation game offering high resolution visuals and accurate ball physics. It includes hundreds of user-designed courses and various game play modes, such as stroke play, match play, and skins. The game also features full peer-to-peer multiplayer with an integrated lobby for matchmaking and chat, supporting team-based modes and private matches.

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66%

Audience ScoreBased on 812 reviews

graphics93 positive mentions

stability31 negative mentions

Perfect Golf is the best golf simulation available, offering realistic ball physics and immersive gameplay.
The game features a variety of swing types, including a traditional 3-click method and a real-time swing option, catering to different player preferences.
The community is active, with user-created courses and tournaments, enhancing the overall experience and replayability.

The game suffers from performance issues, including crashes and lag, especially on lower-end systems.
There is a lack of content, such as a career mode, character customization, and a comprehensive tutorial, which can make the game feel incomplete.
Microtransactions for additional courses and content have raised concerns among players about the game's long-term value and accessibility.

graphics
211 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
49%
7%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and realism, particularly on high-end systems, while others criticize them as outdated or subpar compared to modern standards. Some users highlight the stunning visuals and immersive environments, while others report issues like graphical glitches and performance problems on lower-end hardware. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics can be impressive, they may not meet the expectations of all players, especially those seeking cutting-edge visuals.
- “As a Mac user, I've been searching for a game like this for years and have finally found it: stunning graphics, courses, and the gameplay is perfect.”
- “This is a fantastic golf game; graphics, physics, and an immense course library available.”
- “The graphics are great -- early morning sunlight is wonderful shining through the trees and creating realistic shadows.”
- “Graphics are terrible.”
- “The graphics are so old and basic looking - looks ok from a distance, but when you're playing it's very poor.”
- “Inexplicable crashes, buggy graphics, and only one character model (which is hideously ugly) make this feel like a rushed, empty shell of a game waiting for content.”
gameplay
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
60%
12%
The gameplay experience is highly mixed, with many users reporting significant issues such as constant freezes, crashes, and unresponsive controls, particularly with gamepad inputs. While some players appreciate the realistic physics and swing mechanics, others criticize the overall execution, lack of essential features, and poor multiplayer performance. Despite these drawbacks, there are positive notes about the game's potential and enjoyable aspects when functioning properly, suggesting that with further updates, it could improve significantly.
- “Great graphics, smooth gameplay, and finally a golf game that has seamless multiplayer unlike others I have played.”
- “The gameplay is good but could use a little work on the putting.”
- “The graphics are very good, the physics and gameplay have been done very well.”
- “Constant freezes on the downloads and constant crashes during gameplay.”
- “Terrible execution of gamepad controller input lag when shooting and overall poor gameplay mechanics, menus, etc. There are way better golf games out there!”
- “Empty pro shop content, graphics constantly clipping through the ground, and the controller mechanics are the worst I've ever encountered; the mouse swing meter simply freezes and doesn't work.”
stability
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
97%
The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and various graphical glitches that hinder gameplay. While some players find enjoyment in the game despite its bugs, many express frustration over the clunky controls and overall lack of polish, suggesting it feels rushed and unoptimized. Overall, the game is described as being in a buggy state, with a need for substantial improvements to achieve a stable experience.
- “I'm really enjoying the game; it runs smoothly and looks fantastic, though there are a few areas that could use improvement.”
- “The game is stable and performs well, providing a great experience overall.”
- “Despite a few minor issues, the stability of the game is impressive, allowing for an enjoyable gaming experience.”
- “Constant freezes on the downloads and constant crashes during gameplay.”
- “This game is buggy, crashes often on routine play, and is less sophisticated than the old Tiger Woods golf of the mid to late 2000s from EA.”
- “Inexplicable crashes, buggy graphics, and only one character model (which is hideously ugly) make this feel like a rushed, empty shell of a game waiting for content.”
optimization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
65%
20%
Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many users reporting persistent performance issues, lag, and unoptimized graphics, even on high-end systems. While some players noted improvements following recent updates, the consensus is that the game still requires substantial optimization to achieve stable performance and better resource management. A few users did experience smoother gameplay on modest setups, indicating potential for improvement, but many remain frustrated with the current state of optimization.
- “The game has had a recent major update and performance has increased hugely; I have gone from playing on low/medium to high/ultra—a fantastic improvement.”
- “Even with everything maxed, I feel this game should run at a steady 60fps with no problems on my setup, so better optimization would be a great addition.”
- “There's still some bugs to iron out and some optimization to be done, but for an early release, it's very impressive.”
- “Also, the graphics are definitely not optimized.”
- “Even with its simplistic graphics, the game is a resource hog due to its terribly optimized game engine.”
- “Jerky, unoptimized graphics run slow with lag even on a ridiculous gaming PC.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
29%
43%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with players feeling that the presence of high-priced microtransactions and a membership model detracts from the overall experience. While some users find the microtransactions reasonable, the overall sentiment leans towards disappointment, suggesting that the game should lower its price and eliminate these additional costs to be more appealing.
- “The microtransactions aren't too pricey or out of control either.”
- “If this game were to get rid of its microtransactions and put the price down to about $15, I would recommend it.”
- “The game instantly shows you it's incomplete, poor throughout, and basically a cash grab with the membership business and just throwing Jack Nicklaus into the mix to try and save it.”
- “A game developer cannot simply add a $250 microtransaction to a game (per year?!?) and price the game at $34.99.”
- “I was correct on one thing, this game is a cash grab after release. Save your money and actually buy a set of golf clubs; trust me, it's cheaper.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The atmosphere of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing the graphics as subpar and lifeless, lacking the immersive qualities expected from a modern golf game. While some appreciate the overall presentation and aesthetic elements, the absence of dynamic features like crowds and detailed course objects detracts from the overall experience, leaving it feeling flat and unengaging.
- “The aesthetics and atmosphere are actually done quite well; the overall presentation is also pleasing.”
- “I hope to see a great final product on release with all the things that must be there for a 2016 golf game: 3D grass, crowds, course atmosphere, course objects, complete customization of the game, etc.”
- “Graphics are substandard, washed out, and lack real definition. It just doesn't feel like I stepped out onto an 18-hole course.”
- “Essentially, this is a lifeless game without any atmosphere or real point to it.”
- “The atmosphere seems lifeless.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally seen as lacking, with players missing witty commentary and engaging quips that enhance the experience. While some glitches are viewed as amusing and add a layer of charm, the overall comedic elements fall short compared to other golf games, particularly in terms of engaging commentary. Players appreciate the potential for humor in the game's flaws but feel it doesn't consistently deliver.
- “Imho some of the glitches make the game more interesting if one keeps one's sense of humor.”
- “The golf club in general is a far far far better game and has the best non-paid commentator around. (I think it's one of the devs and he is so sarcastic at times... you get +3 and he'll say some funny comment, make you laugh and you move on to the next.)”
- “Poor physics, broken swing meter, yardage that is way off, flashing textures on objects, and hilarious devs that forgot that this is supposed to be a game.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
The game offers significant depth and multiplayer replayability, appealing to players who enjoy a challenging learning curve. However, some users express frustration with its current state, suggesting that it may not be worth further investment until improvements are made.
- “This is a game with a great deal of depth and multiplayer replayability with a learning curve as steep as you make it.”
- “The lack of meaningful choices makes replaying the game feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to go back and play again.”
- “The game offers no new content or variations in gameplay on subsequent playthroughs.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game has received negative feedback, with users describing it as terrible, despite the gameplay being well-received.
- “Good gameplay, but the music is terrible.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The reviews indicate a lack of character development, with players noting that there are no significant changes or improvements to characters throughout the game.
- “There is no character development and no gear improvements.”
- “The characters feel flat and lack any meaningful growth throughout the game.”
- “I was disappointed by the lack of depth in character arcs; they remain static and uninteresting.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a sense of disappointment and concern regarding the game's future, highlighting that the poorly designed and buggy developer website contributes to a negative emotional experience.
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The developers aim to create a story that resonates with both their personal interests in golf and the broader audience, ensuring an engaging narrative experience for players.