Golf (1984)
Golf is a sports game developed and published by Nintendo for the NES. It was released in Japan in 1984 and in North America and Europe in 1985. The game is based on the sport of golf, and the player controls a golfer who must hit a ball into a hole in as few strokes as possible.
The game is played on a single 18-hole course. The player can choose to play as one of four different golfers, each with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The player can also choose from a variety of different clubs, each with its own unique distance and accuracy.
The gameplay is relatively simple. The player uses the D-pad to control the golfer’s swing, and the A button to hit the ball. The player can also use the B button to putt the ball.
The game’s graphics are simple, but effective. The course is rendered in a top-down perspective, and the golfer and the ball are represented by small sprites. The game’s sound effects are also simple, but they add to the game’s atmosphere.
Golf was a critical and commercial success. It was one of the best-selling games for the NES, and it was praised for its simple gameplay and addictive nature. The game has been ported to a number of different platforms, including the Game Boy, the Wii, and the Nintendo Switch.
Gameplay
The gameplay of Golf is relatively simple. The player controls a golfer who must hit a ball into a hole in as few strokes as possible. The player can choose to play as one of four different golfers, each with their own unique strengths and weaknesses. The player can also choose from a variety of different clubs, each with its own unique distance and accuracy.
The game is played on a single 18-hole course. The player can choose to play the course in either stroke play or match play. In stroke play, the player’s goal is to complete the course in as few strokes as possible. In match play, the player’s goal is to beat their opponent by completing the course in fewer strokes.
The player uses the D-pad to control the golfer’s swing, and the A button to hit the ball. The player can also use the B button to putt the ball. The player can choose to hit the ball with a variety of different clubs, each with its own unique distance and accuracy.
The player’s goal is to hit the ball into the hole in as few strokes as possible. The player can score points by hitting the ball into the hole, or by landing the ball on the green. The player can also lose points by hitting the ball into a hazard, or by taking too many strokes to complete a hole.
Development
Golf was developed by Nintendo’s Research & Development 1 (R&D1) department. The game was directed by Shigeru Miyamoto, who is also known for creating the Mario and Zelda franchises.
The game was originally developed for the Famicom Disk System, a peripheral for the Famicom (NES) that allowed games to be stored on floppy disks. However, the game was eventually released on a ROM cartridge due to the high cost of the Famicom Disk System.
The game’s graphics were designed by Kazuaki Morita, who is also known for his work on the Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda franchises. The game’s music was composed by Hirokazu Tanaka, who is also known for his work on the Metroid and EarthBound franchises.
Reception
Golf was a critical and commercial success. It was one of the best-selling games for the NES, and it was praised for its simple gameplay and addictive nature. The game has been ported to a number of different platforms, including the Game Boy, the Wii, and the Nintendo Switch.
The game has received positive reviews from critics. IGN praised the game’s simple gameplay and addictive nature, saying that it is “a great game for anyone who enjoys golf or retro gaming.” Gamespot praised the game’s graphics and sound, saying that they are “simple, but effective.”
Legacy
Golf is considered to be one of the best golf games ever made. It is a simple game to learn, but difficult to master. The game’s addictive gameplay and charming graphics have made it a favorite among fans of golf games and retro gaming.
The game has been ported to a number of different platforms, including the Game Boy, the Wii, and the Nintendo Switch. The game has also been included in a number of compilation releases, including the NES Classic Edition and the Nintendo Switch Online service.
Golf is a classic game that is still enjoyed by many people today. It is a simple game to learn, but difficult to master. The game’s addictive gameplay and charming graphics have made it a favorite among fans of golf games and retro gaming.
Review Score
7/10
Reviews
- Golf Review – IGN
- Golf Review – GameSpot
- Golf Review – Nintendo Life
- Golf Review – AllGame
- Golf Review – HonestGamers
Guides
- FAQ/Walkthrough by MetalMan3ds
- Walkthrough by Thonky
- FAQ/Walkthrough by Neoseeker
- Walkthrough by IGN
- Cheat Codes, Tips, and Tricks by GameSpot
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