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GF Rating
7.3

3744 ratings

Critic & User Reviews

GF Rating
5

Fair

Fun? No...an exercise in frustration

posted by Islandkiwi (GARLAND, TX) Sep 23, 2007

Member since Feb 2004

6 out of 9 gamers (67%) found this review helpful

I've been playing Tiger for years, and this one I'm sending back in sheer frustration. The game has been patched, so the lower reviews complaining about crashes no longer seem to apply. But good Lord, this game is too tough!

The game goes for realism by showing your placement as a circle...the better you are the smaller the circle. However the circle denotes a good shot...if you're a little off in your swing, heaven help you, because it's going nowhere near that circle.

I don't begrudge that so much, I expect to get better as I play and that the circle will get smaller and the swing meter more forgiving. But I can't get better. Your opponents are freakishly talented, long putts and incredible chips are easy for them. Because of this I can't beat them, and because of that I can't improve. The game puts a limit on your skill improvements and only raises that ceiling when you beat one of these players...and I can't beat them.

I spent all weekend trying, but I can't get past 20%. I've tried enough, and I'm going back to last years edition.

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GF Rating
9

Excellent

Best Golf Game of 2008

posted by McGuyver (CINCINNATI, OH) Apr 22, 2008

Member since Mar 2007

2 out of 3 gamers (67%) found this review helpful

I was initially hesitant to rent this game after reading reviews of crashing, bugs, and extreme difficulty in game play. I am glad that I chose to give this game a try anyway. The first feature I gave a try was the Photo Gameface creator. Which allows you to use your Xbox Camera to clone your head onto a created golfer. After using the Gameface creator, I was able to create a character and start building my career. The analogue stick swing encourages you to learn form and develop an accurate swing. The A.I. that I experienced was appropriately accurate for the pro names you are playing. This is not Outlaw golf, so don't expect your kids to pick this game up and win every round. You will have to develop your players ability by completing Tiger Challenges and beating other pro's. These Challenges pit you against courses, players, and scenarios on a road to face Tiger Woods. Overall the challenges are very rewarding, and you will often find yourself celebrating after an amazing shot. If you enjoy golf, this is at least a rental, and if you love golf its worth a buy.

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GF Rating
9

Excellent

Great Game with One Exception

posted by Justin1732 (VIRGINIA BEACH, VA) Apr 12, 2008

Member since Jan 2008

2 out of 3 gamers (67%) found this review helpful

This is a great Tiger game. The graphics are great and gameplay is hard at first but you will get the hang of it. I remember when I first got this game, I shot about a 78, and now I'm shooting 64. The only problem is you have to save very often, which takes time. Overall, this is a great game for golf fans.

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