Links LS 1999 is a PC golf simulation/sports game featuring renowned courses like St Andrews Links (Old Course), Bay Hill, and Latrobe. Gameplay centers on realistic virtual golf, enhanced by multimedia course tours. Distinctive features include a new tournament mode with crowd galleries, real-time voice chat and spectator mode for online play, and the ability for users to create custom sound scripts to personalize the audio environment.
The game provides access to several high-profile, real-world golf courses. A notable inclusion is the legendary St Andrews Links: Old Course, serving as a centerpiece for the simulation.
Other featured locations include:
To enhance the immersion, the game includes multimedia tours of these courses, offering players a closer look at the environments beyond the immediate gameplay area.
This version introduces several enhancements aimed at improving both single-player and multiplayer engagement. A significant addition is the new tournament environment, which incorporates crowd galleries to simulate the atmosphere of professional events.
For online play, the simulation is bolstered by the inclusion of real-time voice capabilities and a dedicated spectator mode, allowing for more interactive and engaging remote competition.
A unique feature allowing for deeper personalization is the ability for players to create their own sound scripts. This enables users to add custom commentary or sound effects to the game's audio environment, tailoring the auditory experience to their preferences.
As a main release title, there are currently no officially documented DLCs or expansions associated with this specific version of the game.