14th. 12:01AM (PT). That is the actual time the embargo lifts.
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14th. 12:01AM (PT). That is the actual time the embargo lifts.
Yeah, seeing what they did with UFC gives me hope but they need new commentary, more courses, more customization of golfers...it's an awfully bare bones release for something that wasn't rushed out.
Yea reviews are gonna suck because it's so lacking compared to TW but I hope they continue to build on it and make it a new game and not a next gen Tiger tbh.
But it plays well on course and looks and sounds really good
Got the Shakes
Member
I have a feeling this reviews terribly at launch, but if their promised content updates happen, then some revising of reviews may be warranted down the line.
nobodyshero
Banned
Considering game sales are so notoriously front loaded (especially on consoles), publishers really shoot themselves in the foot by doing this.
backbreaker65
Banned
Cool, I hope they go the "The Golf Club" model. Its a brilliant model.
backbreaker65
Banned
Graphics are good enough. There are literally thousands of courses. Official and non official, there is something for everyone and they are easy to find. The search filters are excellent.
chris121580
Member
Yep, Golf Club is a no brainer over this...especially with the price. I may eventually pull the trigger on this game once they add more content...at this time I consider it an incomplete game and is totally inexcusable on the part of EA. Such a disappointment
Have they added single player or career mode to Golf Club yet? And is there a career mode in this game?
TGC did add a single player Seasons mode to the game with their recent retail disc version, and subsequent DLC for the digital versions. I can't comment on it yet though as I've been too busy playing my weekly rounds for TGC Tour.
JayhawkerStL
Banned
There are literally thousands of embarrassingly awful courses for The Golf Club. The gameplay is is easy, until you get to the green, where ridiculous pin placement is used to prop scores up.
I get that people hate EA, but it boggles my mind that TGC is found acceptable at all. If EA had released it, it would have been trashed to holy hell.
pixel monkey
Banned
I'm still considering picking it up to get Scotsdale early, but I need to hear more about what's coming down the pipe before I do.
Player customization is just so damned disappointing right now. We've had not only game face in the past, but so many more options across the creator.
And honestly, no beards (or at least word that they're on the way) = no sale for me.
Player customization is just so damned disappointing right now. We've had not only game face in the past, but so many more options across the creator.
And honestly, no beards (or at least word that they're on the way) = no sale for me.
Got the Shakes
Member
I will be curious to see how good/bad this game sells. Not only has it been a 2 year hiatus, there is little content at launch, and they've lost the Tiger Woods name. I know there are a lot of people out there that were yearly TW buyers, myself included, and I wonder if this game will actually do better than we expect since in the eyes of a lot of people it will be the first "AAA" next gen golf game. I own the Golf Club and have enjoyed it for the most part, but I feel like only the most hardcore golf fans bought it (maybe that's changed a bit now that they have a physical version on store shelves). Wouldn't be surprised if it sells poorly, also wouldn't be surprised if it sells a bit better than we all think.
There may be a bunch of "embarrassingly awful" courses, but there are still thousands of fantastic ones. Way more that PGA will ever have. This is also from a small indie studio on three platforms.
Putting, and play around the green is relatively more difficult than the full shot game... but that is pretty accurate to real golf as well. The saying 'Drive for show, putt for dough' exists for a reason. Even so, the full shot swing still has significantly more subtlety to it than PGA does.
Don't get me wrong, TGC sure has it's issues with performance (on consoles in particular) and won't win any visual awards. But, they are continuously updating the game and what is there plays better right now than any PGA game I've ever played.
M.W.
Member
Nice. I have some credit so I think I'll bite. Been watching a lot of streams. Seems solid, if a bit low on content.
pixel monkey
Banned
After spending more time with the EA Access version, I'm so torn on this. The courses are all beautifully rendered, and a baker's dozen (with Scottsdale) is a solid start.
It's honestly only the character creation and career content that are holding me back.
It's honestly only the character creation and career content that are holding me back.
M.W.
Member
What's Pro career?
pixel monkey
Banned
It just feels barren compared to recent Tiger editions. I don't need (nor really want) to play as Rory as a kid, but there's nothing really substantial there.
Got the Shakes
Member
I assume it's just play a tournament, gain xp and equipment to level and boost your player, and repeat?
It really is surprising considering they're doing that GameFace 2.0 for NBA this year.
Correct
I may be dreaming but I'm hoping the teams promise to update and support this means it's on the table already
There are a few facial hair options under skin tone (which makes no sense) which again because this create a player is so bad, I'm hoping for a complete replacement being in the works
JayhawkerStL
Banned
I don't think that is even remotely true. If it were, no one would even care about the new EA game. But starting with TW 10, they put out a string of realm strong games. But if one of them had been TGC, golf fans would have had a meltdown over the downgrade I looks, performance, and balance. They would have called the devs lazy.
But TGC gets a pass because it I from a small dev that interacts with the community. But I don't care who makes a game or how much they kiss my butt. I want a good game, not one that promises to be good. And not one where I have to work to find good courses, deal with no one playing the same courses, and generic versions of Rea courses. And I really don't want one in which there I just one generic golfer in terms of skill.
When I play with Rory or Spieth, each attacks jokes differently based on their skill set. And each hole feels different because of that. And if I use my CAG its even more dramatic. The pro golfers range from 78-92 in ratings, and it affects play. Plus there are two 70 rated fake players.
And while the SIM heads scoff at the miniganes, there I hours of gameplay there, and they are realm well done. And playing them does help hone your skills.
Plus, you can play with three-click, and get that Links feel back. For many, three-click has brought them back.
TGC is a neat game, and I wont be surprised if it becomes a great game. But I'm gonna wait until it is. While RMPGAT is not great, it I better looking, more strategic, and has more ways to play.
Yea as good as the golf felt and as varied as the tracks are, it could just not hold my attention like this title . TGC feels sterile and looks like a high res 360 game. Not to mention performance issues which have gotten better with support. (Xone)
I'm not disputing that EA has produced some very well made games that are/were popular and fun to play.
I'm only saying the TGC as it is today, is a more enjoyable golf experience for me than any EA PGA game. That doesn't mean I've never played or enjoyed an EA game, because I have, but more so when the games were all-in on the arcade approach because I never liked how they handled the "sim" golf experience.
dskillzhtown
keep your strippers out of my American football
No, I got a couple in my first play session.
I enjoyed what I played on Access and probably will get the full game. It's EA's golf game. You know what you are getting going in. Replace Rory with Tiger and there you have it . 8 courses at launch is fine with me. I am hoping the free support post-launch is significant as it was on UFC.
backbreaker65
Banned
I don't hate EA, I just like Golf Club and I love the game of golf it offers period. There are some awesome courses to be played on and awesome ghost to play against.
pastapadre
Neo Member
Rich and I did a video review of the game, stretches on for about 35 minutes, where we discuss everything from gameplay, to Career Mode, online play, and even the Night Club Challenge - plus what we expect from post-release support.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oppBuIM760U
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oppBuIM760U
How did you get permission to break the embargo time?
Well done and fair assessment. You are probably correct about the added content but I am still looking forward to it even if they charge for some and to me as was mentioned in your feed, I too am enjoying it foe what it is.
it's worth the $54 for me to play it now and with add ons later. Great fill in game ro keep for lulls in releases.
M.W.
Member
theonerayman
Member
I'm guessing since they are reviewing it based on the EA Access version and not a pre-release code that would require them to adhere to such an embargo.
CosmicQueso
Member
If someone buys their own publicly available copy and doesn't give a damn about EA PR giving them freebies or access to things early in the future they can do whatever they want. An embargo isn't a legally enforceable thing unless you agree to something.
Pixel Fist
Member
Yes it worked that way for NHL 15 for me.
pixel monkey
Banned
Actually, there's 12 courses... 13 if you pre-ordered.
draughn101
Member
Thanks, awesome.
Eanan
Member
great thanks
Arkam
Member
The only way it will be free is if the initial sales are too low. They will give it away in hopes of increasing the value proposition. Now IF the game sells within expectations I would not hold breath for Free content that is compelling. Also I wouldn't listen to handsward much, the guy is a moron in my personal/professional experience (which is first hand)
TheChewyWaffles
Member
I have no idea what you're talking about. The game is hideous. I'm specifically thinking of how the rough looks like I'm looking at it through a screen door. The players also look horrible.
pixel monkey
Banned
To each his own, and the game clearly has a few issues... but those graphics are most certainly not one of them.