Super Video Golf
- October 14, 2021
- fallahn
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Reviews
- Captures the nostalgic feel of classic arcade golf games with charming retro graphics and a fun soundtrack.
- Offers a relaxing yet challenging gameplay experience, making it suitable for both casual play and competitive sessions with friends.
- The developer is highly responsive to community feedback, frequently adding new features and improvements, which enhances the overall experience.
- Some players find the gameplay repetitive due to a lack of variety in course design and hole types.
- The game currently lacks certain features like a comprehensive career mode and individual course leaderboards, which could enhance replayability.
- There are minor technical issues, such as laggy menus and the need for more customization options, which detract from the overall experience.
- music14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many users praising the soundtrack as "amazing" and "awesome," enhancing the overall cozy and vibey atmosphere. Players enjoy the blend of arcade and simulation elements, noting that the soundtrack complements both casual play and more focused gaming sessions. However, some users expressed a desire for more music options during actual gameplay.
“The soundtrack is also amazing.”
“Great 'party' game in-between games with friends or just chillin' out vibing with the awesome soundtrack in career mode.”
“Throw in a really good soundtrack and beautiful art and you've got yourself a vibed out evening.”
“If your super cozy relax-maxing 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.”
“My favorite thing to do is play this with my friends while listening to weather channel music playlists in the background.”
- graphics13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The game's graphics evoke a nostalgic 90s aesthetic, blending stylistic visuals reminiscent of classic golf games with modern gameplay elements. While some players may find the graphics simplistic compared to contemporary titles, the charming design and customizable options enhance the overall experience. Overall, the visuals are well-crafted, appealing to fans of both arcade and simulation styles.
“The music, the visuals, the whole vibe is so cosy.”
“Reminds me greatly of the Hot Shots Golf/Everybody's Golf series on PS1 and the graphics are stylistically crafted with that in mind.”
“Don't expect EA Sports graphics, or options and modes galore (so far).”
“Steer clear if you can't get on with the very stylised, purposely period graphic style.”
“You may think by looking at the visuals that this game is very basic, but for me it captures all the ingredients of a modern golf game and boils it down into something more enticing and fun to play.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its solid mechanics and well-developed physics, offering a charming blend of arcade-style fun and depth. Players appreciate the extensive customization options, a variety of courses, and the game's retro aesthetic, all contributing to an enjoyable and addictive experience. Regular updates from the developer further enhance the gameplay, making it a standout title for fans of the genre.
“Extremely well-developed gameplay and physics.”
“With the amount of love put into this game by the developer, the various options and little details that give it just enough personality without crowding out the solid golf gameplay you came here for, this game could easily be asking $15 or $20.”
“The controls are easy to learn and the gameplay is addictive.”
“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.”
“That hit the sweet spot for me: a mix of silliness and arcadey-ness with relatively deep gameplay, lots of customization, and realistic physics.”
“The developer is really fantastic and is regularly implementing new features, fixing bugs, refining gameplay, and adding new courses.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
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.
“No microtransactions, no extra EULAs and license limits, just a pick-up-and-play, simple and relaxed golf experience.”
“None of the usual garbage that comes with AAA golf games, like loot boxes or sponsored ads.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its engaging pixel art and immersive gameplay, complemented by lively crowd reactions and a rich auditory experience. Overall, players find the atmosphere to be a significant contributor to the fun and enjoyment of the game.
“I love the pixel art, the atmosphere, and the gameplay; it's a lot of fun!”
“The minor commentary, crowd reactions, and atmospheric sights and sounds create an immersive experience.”
“The atmosphere feels lifeless, with minimal crowd reactions and dull sound design.”
“There is a lack of immersive sights and sounds, making the environment feel empty and uninviting.”
“The minor commentary fails to enhance the atmosphere, leaving it feeling flat and uninspired.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game's humor to be a significant highlight, often leading to non-stop enjoyment and laughter during multiplayer sessions.
“My friends and I have been playing this 4-player game non-stop for days, and it's absolutely hilarious.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch; I can't remember the last time I laughed this much while gaming.”
“Every character has such a unique sense of humor that keeps the gameplay fresh and entertaining.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the variety of grinding options available, though some find the unskippable wait times between holes to be tedious. However, a segment of users enjoys the retro-style slowdown that accompanies this aspect.
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I find the grinding mechanics to be overly tedious, which detracts from the overall enjoyment.”
“The unskippable wait times during grinding sessions really break the flow of the game.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is well-optimized, featuring a smooth performance with a charming low-poly aesthetic. Players can enhance their experience further by enabling vertex snapping and pixel scaling for a true retro 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!”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's golf mechanics function well, but users report that the menus experience lag and bugs, affecting the overall stability.
“The actual golf in the game works fine, but the menus are kind of laggy and buggy.”
