Summary
- Release Year: 1986
- Genres: Simulator, Sport
- Platforms: Amiga, Apple IIGS, Atari 7800, Atari ST/STE, DOS, Mac
- Developers: Microsmiths
- Publishers: Accolade
Mean 18: Ultimate Golf (1986)
Mean 18: Ultimate Golf is a golf simulation video game developed by EA Sports and released for the Commodore 64, Apple II, and MS-DOS in 1986. It was the first golf game developed by EA Sports, and it quickly became one of the most popular golf games of the 1980s.
Mean 18: Ultimate Golf features realistic gameplay and stunning graphics for its time. Players can choose to play on one of four different courses: Pebble Beach, St. Andrews, Augusta National, and Spyglass Hill. Each course is accurately recreated, with realistic hazards and challenging greens.
The game also features a variety of different gameplay modes, including stroke play, match play, and skins. Players can also compete in tournaments against other players or against the computer.
Mean 18: Ultimate Golf was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its realistic gameplay, stunning graphics, and challenging courses. The game was also a major commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide.
Gameplay
Mean 18: Ultimate Golf is a golf simulation game that features realistic gameplay and stunning graphics. Players can choose to play on one of four different courses: Pebble Beach, St. Andrews, Augusta National, and Spyglass Hill. Each course is accurately recreated, with realistic hazards and challenging greens.
The game features a variety of different gameplay modes, including stroke play, match play, and skins. Players can also compete in tournaments against other players or against the computer.
In stroke play, the player tries to complete the course in as few strokes as possible. In match play, the player competes against another player or against the computer to see who can win the most holes. In skins, the player competes against another player or against the computer to win the most skins. A skin is won by the player who has the lowest score on a hole.
Courses
Mean 18: Ultimate Golf features four different courses: Pebble Beach, St. Andrews, Augusta National, and Spyglass Hill. Each course is accurately recreated, with realistic hazards and challenging greens.
- Pebble Beach: Pebble Beach is a world-renowned golf course located in Pebble Beach, California. It is known for its stunning beauty and challenging layout.
- St. Andrews: St. Andrews is a historic golf course located in St. Andrews, Scotland. It is considered to be the birthplace of golf and is one of the most challenging courses in the world.
- Augusta National: Augusta National is a golf course located in Augusta, Georgia. It is home to the Masters Tournament, one of the four major championships in golf.
- Spyglass Hill: Spyglass Hill is a golf course located in Pebble Beach, California. It is known for its challenging layout and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.
Graphics and Sound
Mean 18: Ultimate Golf features stunning graphics for its time. The courses are accurately recreated, with realistic hazards and challenging greens. The game also features a variety of different weather conditions, which can affect the gameplay.
The game’s sound is also impressive. The sound of the ball being hit, the wind blowing, and the birds chirping all add to the realism of the game.
Legacy
Mean 18: Ultimate Golf was a critical and commercial success. It was praised for its realistic gameplay, stunning graphics, and challenging courses. The game was also a major commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide.
Mean 18: Ultimate Golf is considered to be one of the greatest golf games of all time. It set the standard for golf simulation games and inspired many future golf games. The game is still enjoyed by many gamers today.
Conclusion
Mean 18: Ultimate Golf is a classic golf simulation game that still holds up today. It features realistic gameplay, stunning graphics, and challenging courses. The game is a must-play for any fan of golf games.
Review Score
9/10
