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"Super Video Golf" is a sport game that offers both single-player and multiplayer options, with local play supporting up to 8 players and online play allowing up to 16. The game features various modes including stroke play, stableford, matchplay, skins, and multi-target, as well as offline modes like a driving range and computer-controlled opponents. Additional features include monthly challenges, a club league, and customizable settings for day and night modes and weather.

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96%

Audience ScoreBased on 244 reviews

graphics28 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

Super Video Golf is a charming throwback to classic arcade golf games, featuring simple yet engaging mechanics that are easy to learn but hard to master.
The game is constantly updated by a responsive developer, ensuring a fresh experience with new features and improvements based on community feedback.
With its retro graphics, catchy soundtrack, and a variety of game modes, Super Video Golf provides a fun and relaxing golfing experience, especially on platforms like the Steam Deck.

Some players have reported issues with the physics, particularly with the ball's behavior on the greens, which can feel unrealistic and frustrating.
The game lacks depth in certain areas, such as a comprehensive career mode and more varied gameplay options, which may lead to a repetitive experience over time.
There are occasional technical issues, including UI problems at higher resolutions and connectivity issues in multiplayer modes, which can detract from the overall experience.

graphics
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
63%
4%
The game's graphics are characterized by a charming retro aesthetic that effectively captures the essence of 90s gaming, blending low-poly visuals with enjoyable sound design. While many players appreciate the nostalgic style and its coherence across menus and gameplay, some have noted issues with readability and occasional graphical glitches that can detract from the experience. Overall, the visuals are well-received for their artistic design, though they may not appeal to those seeking modern graphical fidelity.
- “The visuals are very pleasant and make use of some interesting effects, such as the world doing flips when courses swap out.”
- “The retro graphical style and the quasi-vaporwave aesthetics coupled with a groovy weather channel soundtrack works well for a relaxing golf game.”
- “Its presentation is very clean and strikes a good balance between low-poly and definition to give you a pleasantly retro aesthetic experience without having to interpret noisy visuals.”
- “I realize that there are a lot of positive reviews here, but at times the ball just seemed to be sliding instead of rolling, among other graphical glitches, and I just cannot recommend it for that reason.”
- “The low-poly graphics may remind retro players of the early days of DOS, but unfortunately this is at the expense of readability.”
- “Playing on the green is also quite frustrating, as readability disappears completely due to the low-poly graphics, and it is almost impossible to make a birdie.”
gameplay
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
64%
5%
The gameplay is praised for its top-notch mechanics and accessibility, making it easy for newcomers to pick up while still offering depth for seasoned players through community events and tournaments. With a charming retro aesthetic, simple controls, and a variety of modes, it strikes a balance between fun and challenge, ensuring players remain engaged. Regular updates and a dedicated community further enhance the experience, solidifying it as a standout title in the golf genre.
- “Its gameplay mechanics are simple and approachable, appealing to newcomers while holding enough depth for community events and tournaments to flourish.”
- “The gameplay strikes a perfect balance of accessibility and challenge, making it easy to pick up and play, yet requiring skill and practice to master.”
- “With its continual updates, active community, variety of modes, and stellar soundtrack, it offers an experience that feels both expansive and welcoming.”
- “It's easy to pick up and play, making it a great choice for newcomers to the genre, but mastering its mechanics requires skill and practice.”
- “Serious business, under the near frivolous arcade-like graphics is a proper full-on golf simulator that oozes gameplay and depth.”
- “In all, it's just a nice, chill, serviceable golf game with a charming retro style, a decent array of customization options, plenty of courses to choose from, and options to tailor the gameplay and controls more to your liking.”
music
58 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
52%
43%
5%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many players praising its relaxing and nostalgic qualities, often likening it to smooth jazz and elevator music. The soundtrack enhances the overall experience, creating a cozy atmosphere that complements the retro graphics and gameplay. Players appreciate the option to toggle background music, allowing for a more personalized auditory experience while enjoying the game.
- “All the music tracks I've heard are lovely and some had me actively nodding along.”
- “The soundtrack is also excellent and creates a nice chill atmosphere.”
- “The retro graphical style and the quasi-vaporwave aesthetics coupled with a groovy weather channel soundtrack works well for a relaxing golf game.”
- “Think smooth jazz crossed with elevator music, going up!”
- “If your supercozy relaxmaxxing video golf game only has one music track, it better be a banger...”
- “The only thing I can ask for is music while doing the actual golfing.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
50%
21%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its welcoming and relaxed vibe, setting it apart from more toxic online environments. The catchy retro soundtrack and charming pixel art contribute to a chill experience, making it easy to pick up and play, despite some criticism regarding the limited game modes. Overall, players appreciate the fun and engaging atmosphere that enhances the gameplay.
- “It’s excellent—catchy, retro and perfectly suited to the game’s relaxed yet competitive atmosphere.”
- “The soundtrack is also excellent and creates a nice chill atmosphere.”
- “The welcoming atmosphere sets it apart from many other online games, where toxicity can often mar the experience.”
- “The retro arcade golf game has a nice relaxed atmosphere, but the lack of game modes will likely put some people off, and it feels a bit basic in places.”
- “A perfect golf game to just pick up and play, with no complicated shots or club selections, just a relaxed atmosphere and a chilled experience.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its casual fun and abundant humor, making it a hit among players who enjoy multiplayer experiences. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to generate laughter and enjoyment during extended play sessions with friends.
- “Most of all, the game has an air of casual fun, and a lot of humor at that.”
- “Me and my mates have been playing this 4-player non-stop for days and it's hilarious.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with some users reporting graphical glitches, such as the ball sliding instead of rolling, and laggy, buggy menus. While the core gameplay functions well, these issues detract from the overall experience, leading some players to hesitate in recommending the game.
- “I realize that there are a lot of positive reviews here, but at times the ball just seemed to be sliding, instead of rolling, among other graphical glitches, and I just cannot recommend it for that reason.”
- “The actual golf in the game works fine, but the menus are kind of laggy and buggy.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The monetization model of the game is praised for its simplicity and transparency, featuring no microtransactions, loot boxes, or intrusive ads, allowing for a straightforward and enjoyable pick-up-and-play experience.
- “None of the usual garbage that comes with AAA golf games, like loot boxes or sponsored ads.”
- “No microtransactions, no extra EULAs and license limits, just a pick-up-and-play, simple and relaxed golf experience.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The story in Super Video Golf is often compared favorably to Golf Story, with some players considering it superior. However, specific details about the narrative itself are not highlighted in the reviews. Overall, the emphasis seems to be more on gameplay than on the story.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the variety of options available in the game, though some find the unskippable wait times between holes to be tedious. However, a segment of the audience enjoys this retro-style slowdown, viewing it as a nostalgic feature rather than a drawback.
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is well-optimized, featuring a smooth performance with a charming low-poly aesthetic. Players can enhance their experience further by enabling options like vertex snapping and pixel scaling for a true retro/PS1 feel.
- “The game has a nice low-poly look, runs smoothly, and if you want the full retro/PS1 experience, you can even turn on vertex snapping and pixel scaling!”

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