This 2015 golf simulation, available on PS4, Xbox One, and PC, focuses on realistic physics where players execute intensely calculated swings to lower their handicap. The core loop involves competing in tournaments and utilizing the robust, fully featured course editor—enhanced in the Collector's Edition with the Greg Norman tool—to create and share unique environments. This edition also adds a Season Mode spanning five tour levels, all while featuring zero loading times between holes for uninterrupted play.
The gameplay centers around intensely calculated swings, requiring precision and timing to shave strokes off your handicap. The simulation aims for authenticity in its physics model, providing a challenging yet rewarding experience for golf enthusiasts. A notable feature designed to enhance flow is the implementation of zero loading times between holes, ensuring a smooth transition through rounds.
The primary focus is on providing a comprehensive golf environment that blends realistic play with extensive user-generated content. Players can engage in competitive online play, either asynchronously against friends and rivals, or by participating in full tournaments.
A standout feature is the fully featured course editor, which empowers players to design and build their own unique golf landscapes. The Collector's Edition specifically includes the finely detailed Greg Norman Course Designer tool, offering advanced options for course construction.
Once created, these custom courses can be shared with the community, fostering a dynamic environment where players constantly have new challenges to explore beyond the pre-built layouts.
This version of the game enhances the standard offering with specific additions geared toward career longevity and exclusive content.
The Collector's Edition introduces a new Season Mode. This mode guides players through five distinct tour levels, allowing them to advance their virtual golf career by competing in full tournaments and striving to improve their standing.
Furthermore, this edition includes an exclusive Collectible e-Book, adding value beyond the digital gameplay experience.
As of the current date, this title is the main game, and there are no officially released DLCs or expansions associated with it.