PGA TOUR Golf Shootout
- April 17, 2019
- Concrete Software, Inc.
- 24h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"PGA TOUR Golf Shootout" is a sport game that offers a single-player experience, allowing you to tee off on real-world TPC golf courses from the PGA TOUR. The game boasts wonderful mechanics and splendid graphics, but can be quite grindy and features annoying ads. Despite some bugs and quirks, it can also be very funny and enjoyable.
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Reviews
- monetization376 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive and often intrusive ads that are necessary for progression. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards and upgrades, others find the frequency and length of the ads to be overwhelming, leading to a diminished gameplay experience. Overall, the game is seen as leaning towards a "pay-to-win" model, where significant progress often requires either watching numerous ads or making in-app purchases.
“Great rewards and no need for in-game purchases.”
“Being that this game is free and microtransactions aren't invasive, this wouldn't reduce my rating.”
“My favorite golfing for sure... pretty generous with acquiring new items and upgrading... unlike other games that try to force in-app purchases in order to progress.”
“The amount and length of the ads that you must endure to play the game is cynical and insulting.”
“The concept is amazing, but progression is the most painfully slow thing I've ever experienced and the ads... if you don't watch them you will never progress and the quantity you have to watch to progress is soul destroying!”
“You literally have to close the app out and restart it and then watch the stupid ads all over again.”
- graphics373 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 21 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
Overall, the graphics in the game are frequently praised as being great, with many users highlighting their realism and smoothness. While some reviews mention that the graphics could be improved or are occasionally cartoonish, the majority find them visually appealing and a strong point of the game. However, a few users express dissatisfaction with the graphics quality, indicating that they fall short compared to other golf games.
“The graphics are great in my opinion, nicer than most other golf apps. 5 stars in my book.”
“This is a fantastic app for playing golf, the graphics and the 3D are just fantastic. I'm absolutely loving this game.”
“Great graphics and smooth gameplay.”
“The graphics are really terrible.”
“The mechanics are a joke, the visuals are terrible... can't really say much more than that.”
“Worse golf game I've tried, graphic and gameplay terrible.”
- gameplay178 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the golf game is generally praised for its intuitive mechanics and smooth controls, making it accessible and enjoyable for players. However, many users express frustration with inconsistencies in shot accuracy, unrealistic physics, and intrusive ads, which detract from the overall experience. While the graphics are often highlighted as a strong point, the gameplay can feel repetitive and is marred by issues such as poor mechanics and a lack of realistic club interactions.
“Game mechanics are easy to understand and control; I really like how intuitive putting spin and draw/fade on shots is.”
“Gameplay is fun and challenging; easy to stay engaged trying to improve your game. 5 stars on the gameplay.”
“Excellent gameplay; waited a long time for a decent Android golf game and here it is, good quality graphics all around, great game.”
“The graphics are great, but the gameplay sucks and the controls are very difficult to use, especially with the random wind that only seems to blow when it can push my shots into the forest.”
“Looks nice but the gameplay is horrible.”
“The mechanics are terrible; 2 hours to open a pack of cards for bad upgrades on clubs.”
- stability100 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 4 % neutral mentions
- 93 % negative mentions
The game suffers from numerous stability issues, including frequent crashes, screen freezes, and various glitches that affect gameplay, particularly during tournaments and competitive matches. While some players report that tech support is responsive and improvements have been made, many still find the game frustratingly buggy, impacting their overall enjoyment. Despite these issues, some users still find the game fun, indicating a mixed reception regarding its stability.
“Glad to see this app is working with no glitches; it takes a little time to get the swing of it!”
“Good game, no glitches, no problems, just smooth and easy gaming :)”
“Decent game, fast moving, no glitches.”
“The game crashes and glitches a little too much to be 5 stars.”
“Game play is okay, but half the time I can't get on the app; it freezes up and won't load. Tried to contact app developers and have been unanswered.”
“It's now plagued with many bugs and glitches.”
- optimization14 mentions
- 36 % positive mentions
- 43 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is generally praised for its smooth performance and graphics, with most users reporting minimal lag or stuttering issues. However, some players have experienced performance drops following recent updates and expressed concerns about the clarity of club performance and upgrade systems, which could hinder progression. While the gameplay is enjoyable and rewards are plentiful, there are calls for improvements in the reward system and better explanations of game mechanics.
“First the good bits, it runs smoothly, graphics are smooth, gameplay is challenging and yet still remains calm and relaxing, rewards are plentiful, and you only have ads if you choose to watch them for upgrades.”
“Unlike some others, I rarely run into performance or lag issues on my SGS9.”
“Fun, runs smoothly, and the club upgrade system seems fair.”
“I know it's not my phone because this game is the only thing that does this stuttering.”
“It would not be hard to revamp the reward system to actually reward performance.”
“Since a recent update, the performance is terrible.”
- grinding10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and monotonous, especially after reaching higher levels, where it becomes increasingly difficult to progress without spending money. While some enjoy the gameplay, many feel that the need to repeatedly play the same content and watch ads for rewards detracts from the overall fun experience.
“The ads for rewards make grinding feel less tedious.”
“Grinding in this game is rewarding and keeps me engaged.”
“I appreciate how the grind leads to meaningful progress and upgrades.”
“Update: one con I've found is that it's impossible to earn enough coins only by winning matches to keep up; prepare for grinding.”
“Although grinding past level 7 becomes so tedious, the game's fun factor dies off completely. Couple that with solo grinding having a few good packs and that's it.”
“From level 4, it is grindy and monotonous.”
- humor10 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it genuinely funny and entertaining, while others criticize it for being overly reliant on jokes that fall flat or for having frustrating elements that detract from the experience. Many reviews highlight amusing aspects like quirky game mechanics and unexpected moments, but there are also complaints about the humor feeling forced or unoriginal. Overall, the game's comedic elements seem to resonate with some players while leaving others unimpressed.
“Also, I found the automatic allocation of 'tepid fed' before I changed my screen name to Rufnut quite funny!”
“Game is fun to pass time, but has a seriously hilarious algorithm that cheats.”
“Funny and easy game to play.”
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is centered around completing quests to unlock features, which some players find frustrating due to issues with quest loading and the necessity of in-app purchases. While the quest system adds depth and allows for character progression, it can lead to a sense of pointlessness once certain objectives are met. Overall, players appreciate the quest mechanics but express concerns about their execution and impact on solo gameplay.
“I like the quests and how you can level up your clubs to improve your game.”
“I went on a hunting trip, different story.”
“A lot of fun but having problems with quests not loading correctly; other than that, good game.”
“Downloaded it because I had a single player mode, but I didn't realize I'd have to do quests to unlock that feature.”
“I was completing a solo quest and was going to get a diamond pack, but the game decided to screw me over, so I went over the limit.”
“Once they are full, it's pointless to do any of the solo missions.”
- music5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed feedback, with some players enjoying the home screen soundtrack reminiscent of Zelda, while others find the in-game sounds intrusive and annoying, particularly when they interfere with personal music. Additionally, there are complaints about the persistent playback of music after exiting the game and the need to download courses repeatedly. Overall, while the music has its highlights, it detracts from the experience for some users.
“My only problem is you have to download each course every time you play a round, unlimited plans are a must or constant Wi-Fi access. Overall, very cool and the home screen soundtrack gives me Zelda vibes, very cool.”
“I always have the game sounds turned off so I can listen to music while I play, but every time I start the app, the sounds come back on.”
“Fix this, it's super annoying; no one wants to hear clubs and clapping over their music program.”
“One problem: after I exit the game, the music still plays.”
- emotional3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be an emotional rollercoaster, delivering heartfelt experiences that resonate deeply. However, some users express frustration over the requirement of a Facebook account to save their profiles, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.
“This game takes you on an emotional rollercoaster.”
“Good, great, heartfelt.”
