WHAT THE GOLF?

What the Golf? is an addictive physics-based puzzler, packed full of courses that are completely different and challenging from the last, with tons of surprises to boot.

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In "What the Golf?", players engage in a comedic golf-like experience with puzzles and challenges, where traditional golf elements are interspersed with absurd and unconventional twists. The game features hundreds of levels with ©random objects, seasonal themes, and a level editor to create and share custom courses. Daily courses and prizes offer continuous content updates.

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78%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,770 reviews

humor305 positive mentions

grinding19 negative mentions

The game is incredibly fun and creative, constantly surprising players with unique mechanics and humorous twists.
It features a wide variety of levels and challenges, making it engaging and enjoyable for both casual and dedicated gamers.
The art style and soundtrack are charming, adding to the overall lighthearted and whimsical experience.

Some levels can be frustratingly difficult, particularly the par challenges, which may require excessive retries.
The game can feel repetitive after a while, especially when certain mechanics are reused across multiple levels.
Achievements tied to time-limited content can be frustrating for completionists, as they may require playing during specific events.

humor
307 mentions
99 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The humor in "What the Golf" is widely praised for its absurdity, clever puns, and unexpected twists, making it a standout experience for players who enjoy quirky and lighthearted gameplay. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to consistently surprise and amuse, with a variety of levels that keep the humor fresh and engaging. However, some players note that the humor can become repetitive over time, and while it starts strong, it may lose its charm for those seeking more depth in gameplay.
- “What the Golf is a ridiculously hilarious and innovative game that mixes golf with really unexpected surprises and various gaming references.”
- “A genuinely hilarious game that keeps upping the ante on its own absurdity to subvert being a regular golf game.”
- “This game is hilarious and enjoyable.”
- “Tedious, unfunny garbage.”
- “Speaking of references, some of these are old and really not funny.”
gameplay
157 mentions
27 % positive mentions
69 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "What the Golf?" is characterized by its vibrant creativity and humor, offering a wide variety of mechanics that keep the experience fresh and engaging. Players appreciate the innovative twists on traditional golf mechanics, with each level introducing new challenges and surprises, although some find the humor and gameplay can become repetitive over time. Overall, the game is praised for its fun, casual approach and clever references to other games, making it a delightful experience for those who enjoy lighthearted, whimsical gameplay.
- “With its vibrant visuals, catchy soundtrack, and addictive gameplay, it's sure to provide hours of fun and entertainment.”
- “The gameplay is fun and innovative, the soundtrack definitely fits with the game they were going for.”
- “Each new section of the map adds a unique mechanic that doesn't wear itself out; platforming, first-person shooting, superhot timestop, etc. each level includes 3 objectives, the first is always simply getting the ball (or other random object) to hit the flag pole, the second is usually a par challenge where you complete the level within a certain number of hits, but there are sometimes different challenges instead of par, and the third challenge is something so random and vastly different than the other two that it always keeps you guessing.”
- “I knew the point of the game was the silly jokes, but to have zero gameplay around it means the game gets boring absolutely immediately.”
- “Like don't get me wrong the idea of a golfing game that gets more and more random is pretty cool, but most levels are just the same thing but with a slightly different map.”
- “Relaxing and a neat idea, but it packs so many ideas and mechanics into the game that it doesn't explore any of them deeply enough to really get... fun, and the novelty wears off.”
music
66 mentions
47 % positive mentions
44 % neutral mentions
9 % negative mentions
The music in the game is a polarizing aspect, with many praising its catchy, vibrant, and fitting soundtrack that enhances the overall experience, while others find it repetitive and annoying over time. The a cappella elements and humorous sound effects contribute to the game's charm, but some players noted that certain tracks can become grating. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a highlight for its creativity and ability to complement the game's quirky visuals and gameplay.
- “The music is awesome and many levels have different types well suited to the levels.”
- “The soundtrack is one of my favorite parts of the game - those funny and silly sounds really make the atmosphere of the game.”
- “The music is the icing on the cake!”
- “My main complaint is that the soundtrack is probably the worst I've ever heard, and with how much they tend to reuse songs, each song quickly got on my nerves and made the game kind of a drag at times as I was driven to insanity.”
- “This game has the most annoying, grating soundtrack in any game I've played.”
- “The music gets tiring pretty quickly too, with some tracks that are as annoying as the levels themselves.”
story
63 mentions
21 % positive mentions
75 % neutral mentions
5 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally described as light and humorous, with many players completing the main narrative in under 10 hours, often finding it enjoyable despite its simplicity. While some reviews note a lack of depth or traditional storytelling, others appreciate the quirky lore and fun boss battles that add to the overall experience. Overall, the game is seen as a fun, casual adventure with plenty of optional content to explore after finishing the main story.
- “Regardless of age, you can get roughly 8-12 hours of original gameplay with a comical nature and story, making this game a no-doubter for those considering purchasing it.”
- “The bosses and story were always fun to fight and follow.”
- “A fun solo story and incredibly inventive and creative play modes make for an unforgettable playing experience.”
- “There's no voice acting since there's no actual story.”
- “I'm not sure if there is a proper 'story' that I am missing out on, but I definitely felt like the ending was entirely random and not very fun either.”
- “The main story only took me around 2.5 hours, but there is a ton of optional/additional content I didn't do.”
graphics
52 mentions
42 % positive mentions
52 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are characterized by a vibrant, cartoonish art style that enhances its quirky and whimsical nature, appealing to players with its simplicity and charm. While some reviews note the graphics as low-budget or minimalist, they are often praised for their creativity and consistency, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience. The combination of cute visuals and a catchy soundtrack creates a lighthearted atmosphere that complements the game's playful mechanics.
- “The game's colorful and cartoony graphics add to the game's charm, and the game's catchy soundtrack will have players humming along.”
- “The graphics are cute, the humor never gets old!”
- “The visuals are vibrant and fun; sometimes I will pause and just look around to get a good chuckle, such as the satirized versions of Mario, Flappy Bird, and Angry Birds.”
- “The graphics are very simple and low budget, but the level and randomness and creativity present in the levels ends up making up for it.”
- “Despite the poor graphics, the physics engine seems solid, with objects behaving more or less in a realistic way.”
- “Graphics are simple and mechanics are basic mini putt style like it should be in this more laid back kind of game.”
grinding
23 mentions
13 % positive mentions
4 % neutral mentions
83 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience, with many describing it as tedious and repetitive, especially when attempting to complete all levels or challenges. While some appreciate the creativity and humor that occasionally breaks the monotony, others feel that the inconsistent physics and certain level designs contribute to a frustrating and unfun experience. Overall, the grinding can detract from the enjoyment, leading to a sense of annoyance rather than engagement.
- “It can be a bit grindy sometimes, but the rewards make it worth it.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding, but the experience is incredibly rewarding.”
- “The grinding aspect can be intense, but it adds depth to the gameplay.”
- “To be completely frank, I really can see the effort the devs put into this game, but in my most humble opinion, it gets stale and tedious after the first couple of labs.”
- “Actually playing them is usually either so easy it may have just been push button to win, or a tedious and occasionally frustrating slog.”
- “The frustrating, confusing, and outright tedious parts of this game outweigh the fun holes by a large margin.”
replayability
15 mentions
20 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
20 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the extensive content, including community levels, daily challenges, and multiple campaigns that enhance replay value, others find that much of the experience loses its charm after the initial playthrough. Some users noted that the silliness of the game is best enjoyed once, leading to limited replayability, though updates and new content may improve this aspect over time.
- “Incredibly enjoyable and surprisingly long, with tons of potential for replay value!”
- “On top of that, this game has an incredible soundtrack, charming visuals, as well as tons of things to do on the side which keep this game fresh and replayable.”
- “Replay value is very high as there are plenty of crowns to play for on each hole.”
- “Not a lot of replay value.”
- “There's not a whole lot of replayability since a lot of the silliness is only effective the first time you play, but I spent 7 and a half hours doing the main campaign to 100%.”
- “Doesn't have a lot of replay value, so I'm glad the team is making updates, content packs, and such.”
stability
10 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players report rare glitches that can be resolved with a quick restart, many others experience significant bugs, particularly with achievements and certain levels, leading to frustration. The game's enjoyment is often hampered by these issues, especially as players progress deeper into the content.
- “Edit: I think this game version is pretty buggy.”
- “There are so many glitches and bugs; there are levels that are impossible unless you use the correct input type, and it is way too short.”
- “What should be a fun little 'party' game with references to other games turns out to be a physics and buggy frustration getting worse as you play.”
emotional
7 mentions
86 % positive mentions
14 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its wholesome and playful nature, evoking laughter and joy while engaging players in a lighthearted golfing experience. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to elicit a range of emotions, from humor to nostalgia, making it a delightful and entertaining choice for those seeking a fun escape.
- “I laughed, I cried, I golfed.”
- “Wholesome, hilarious, and no dull moments at all along the way.”
- “Awesome and wholesome 'golf' game for those who would love to ridicule golf.”
optimization
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
40 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's performance is generally stable, with no crashes reported during gameplay. While touch screen and mouse controls are well-optimized, controller support shows some weaknesses, leading to occasional frame drops and stuttering in busy scenes. Despite minor frustrations in certain levels, these issues do not significantly detract from the overall experience.
- “Performance-wise, the game ran well and did not crash during my short time playing it.”
- “Some parts were optimized for touch screen, allowing for quick reactions, while mouse controls were satisfactory.”
- “I don't think some aspects were well optimized for controller use.”
- “Some parts were optimized through touch screen with how fast you needed to react, and the mouse controls were alright.”
- “A little bit of a frame drop and stuttering when there's a lot going on on-screen, and a couple of the levels are a little frustrating, but it's not much of a problem.”
monetization
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is generally well-received, as players appreciate its engaging gameplay and creative levels, which are reminiscent of popular ad games. However, specific details about in-game purchases or ads were not mentioned, leaving the overall monetization strategy unclear.
atmosphere
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is significantly enhanced by its engaging soundtrack, featuring humorous and whimsical sounds that contribute to an enjoyable and immersive experience.
- “The soundtrack is one of my favorite parts of the game; those funny and silly sounds really enhance the atmosphere.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into its world with every detail.”
- “The combination of visuals and sound creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”