EGM Review of Links

**mgoblue** · 10-17-2003, 12:46 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

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jmarks2001 said:
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mgoblue said:
I can type up the game informer review when I get home, if people care

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I care...please do.

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should be home a little after 5 est, so I'll get to it then

**injunwal** · 10-17-2003, 01:37 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

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mgoblue said:
yeah, I wouldn't worry as much if they were just not happy with features, and a lack of the customization that TW has, but they're starting to complain about ball physics.

I don't have my game informer right in front of me, but he said in there that he felt he couldn't predict where the ball would go (not in those words, but questioning the ball physics). That's a gameplay mechanism that'll make even online play rough, I'll have to see what people here think.

I can type up the game informer review when I get home, if people care

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Well when I hit a golf ball I cannot predict where it is going to go so it sounds realistic to me

**injunwal** · 10-17-2003, 01:37 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

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mgoblue said:
yeah, I wouldn't worry as much if they were just not happy with features, and a lack of the customization that TW has, but they're starting to complain about ball physics.

I don't have my game informer right in front of me, but he said in there that he felt he couldn't predict where the ball would go (not in those words, but questioning the ball physics). That's a gameplay mechanism that'll make even online play rough, I'll have to see what people here think.

I can type up the game informer review when I get home, if people care

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Well when I hit a golf ball I cannot predict where it is going to go so it sounds realistic to me

**injunwal** · 10-17-2003, 01:37 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

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mgoblue said:
yeah, I wouldn't worry as much if they were just not happy with features, and a lack of the customization that TW has, but they're starting to complain about ball physics.

I don't have my game informer right in front of me, but he said in there that he felt he couldn't predict where the ball would go (not in those words, but questioning the ball physics). That's a gameplay mechanism that'll make even online play rough, I'll have to see what people here think.

I can type up the game informer review when I get home, if people care

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Well when I hit a golf ball I cannot predict where it is going to go so it sounds realistic to me

**mgoblue** · 10-17-2003, 01:50 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

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injunwal said:
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mgoblue said:
yeah, I wouldn't worry as much if they were just not happy with features, and a lack of the customization that TW has, but they're starting to complain about ball physics.

I don't have my game informer right in front of me, but he said in there that he felt he couldn't predict where the ball would go (not in those words, but questioning the ball physics). That's a gameplay mechanism that'll make even online play rough, I'll have to see what people here think.

I can type up the game informer review when I get home, if people care

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Well when I hit a golf ball I cannot predict where it is going to go so it sounds realistic to me

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really? I can predict mine'll go into the woods 50% of the time

I'll type up the review when I get home...I don't put much faith in GI, but other reviews haven't been happy either

**mgoblue** · 10-17-2003, 01:50 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

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injunwal said:
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mgoblue said:
yeah, I wouldn't worry as much if they were just not happy with features, and a lack of the customization that TW has, but they're starting to complain about ball physics.

I don't have my game informer right in front of me, but he said in there that he felt he couldn't predict where the ball would go (not in those words, but questioning the ball physics). That's a gameplay mechanism that'll make even online play rough, I'll have to see what people here think.

I can type up the game informer review when I get home, if people care

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Well when I hit a golf ball I cannot predict where it is going to go so it sounds realistic to me

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really? I can predict mine'll go into the woods 50% of the time

I'll type up the review when I get home...I don't put much faith in GI, but other reviews haven't been happy either

**mgoblue** · 10-17-2003, 01:50 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

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injunwal said:
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mgoblue said:
yeah, I wouldn't worry as much if they were just not happy with features, and a lack of the customization that TW has, but they're starting to complain about ball physics.

I don't have my game informer right in front of me, but he said in there that he felt he couldn't predict where the ball would go (not in those words, but questioning the ball physics). That's a gameplay mechanism that'll make even online play rough, I'll have to see what people here think.

I can type up the game informer review when I get home, if people care

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Well when I hit a golf ball I cannot predict where it is going to go so it sounds realistic to me

<hr /></blockquote>

really? I can predict mine'll go into the woods 50% of the time

I'll type up the review when I get home...I don't put much faith in GI, but other reviews haven't been happy either

**JRod** · 10-17-2003, 03:44 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

EA isn't stupid and they know what sells.

Great gameplay doesn't outsell Nike Balls and never will.

I have a hard time beleiving that Links will be arcade golf in anyway shapr or form because of the engine they use. And if MS messed up the game to make it ardade like big mistake.

Anyway Links needed to do two things to get on reviewer's good sides. Lot and lots of course but unfortunately there are some but most aren't the most famous ones. Tiger has those. The second should be for next year. And PGA tour mode. If you could take maybe "Dirt to Daytona" and put it in a Golf game that would get more sales.

But in the end Links will do alright with the Xbox crowd and older gamers. And Links is tailored to a completely different market than Tiger and that might be exacly what MS is going for.

**JRod** · 10-17-2003, 03:44 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

EA isn't stupid and they know what sells.

Great gameplay doesn't outsell Nike Balls and never will.

I have a hard time beleiving that Links will be arcade golf in anyway shapr or form because of the engine they use. And if MS messed up the game to make it ardade like big mistake.

Anyway Links needed to do two things to get on reviewer's good sides. Lot and lots of course but unfortunately there are some but most aren't the most famous ones. Tiger has those. The second should be for next year. And PGA tour mode. If you could take maybe "Dirt to Daytona" and put it in a Golf game that would get more sales.

But in the end Links will do alright with the Xbox crowd and older gamers. And Links is tailored to a completely different market than Tiger and that might be exacly what MS is going for.

**JRod** · 10-17-2003, 03:44 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

EA isn't stupid and they know what sells.

Great gameplay doesn't outsell Nike Balls and never will.

I have a hard time beleiving that Links will be arcade golf in anyway shapr or form because of the engine they use. And if MS messed up the game to make it ardade like big mistake.

Anyway Links needed to do two things to get on reviewer's good sides. Lot and lots of course but unfortunately there are some but most aren't the most famous ones. Tiger has those. The second should be for next year. And PGA tour mode. If you could take maybe "Dirt to Daytona" and put it in a Golf game that would get more sales.

But in the end Links will do alright with the Xbox crowd and older gamers. And Links is tailored to a completely different market than Tiger and that might be exacly what MS is going for.

**mgoblue** · 10-17-2003, 05:27 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

Links review in Game Informer, mods feel free to delete if this isn't legal:

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This game reminds me of being out on the country club and seeing that guy who's got everything. He's wearing the nice tour polo shirt. He's got the newest, nicest set of clubs. This dude looks like the real deal, and you're thinking, "Wow, this guy must be Arnold Palmer's illegitimate son." Then when he goes up to tee off, he shoots it right into the trees.

On the surface there's a lot to like. Whether it's the upgradeable real-life equipment, the awesome looking golfers, or the online play, you'd better get your shaking stick out if you want to keep track of everything. The problem is that it just doesn't play right. THe physics system for the ball is out of whack. There's often no predicting what it will do, whether it's windy, the green is heavy, or whatever. I like that precision is needed for putting and chipping via the analog swing, but I never got a feel for what the results themselves would often be. I often got top and backspin when I never asked for it. No doubt about it, there's a lot of game here. The problem with Links, however, is that it's quantity over quality. What this equates to is the fact that, after playing this game, about the only thing you'll remember is that golf courses are green - KATO

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Ratings section:

Overall: 7

Concept: Bring the PC franchise to the Xbox for a duel with EA's Tiger Woods.

Graphics: The graphics are pretty damn sharp, with some slo-mo thrown in for good measure.

Sound: The commentary is a bit stiff, despite the nicknames they try to spice it up with.

Playability: I like the intermediate putting and chipping, but the physics are off.

Entertainment: There's something missing from this title that makes it the golf game that non-fans dread.

Replay value: Moderately High

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Second Opinion:

I was never a fan of the gameplay in the PC series, and I'm not terribly impressed with it in this console version, either. If anything, the game lacks difficulty. The analog swing system is way too easy to perfect. Reading putts is just as hassle free of an exercise. I also found that the ball physics are a little off and the ball tends to roll too much on the greens and fairways. Microsoft did its part to keep the player occupied with tons of different skill modes and difficulty levels. The problem is, there really is no reward for completing challenges. You can purchase attribute points and earn medals, but that's about the extent of it. Competing in organized tournaments via Xbox Live is the most rewarding aspect of Links. It's a better game than Outlaw Golf, but I wouldn't even put it in the same league as Tiger Woods. If you're into the online scene, it's well worth it. For every other need, Tiger is the way to go. - REINER - 7

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**mgoblue** · 10-17-2003, 05:27 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

Links review in Game Informer, mods feel free to delete if this isn't legal:

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This game reminds me of being out on the country club and seeing that guy who's got everything. He's wearing the nice tour polo shirt. He's got the newest, nicest set of clubs. This dude looks like the real deal, and you're thinking, "Wow, this guy must be Arnold Palmer's illegitimate son." Then when he goes up to tee off, he shoots it right into the trees.

On the surface there's a lot to like. Whether it's the upgradeable real-life equipment, the awesome looking golfers, or the online play, you'd better get your shaking stick out if you want to keep track of everything. The problem is that it just doesn't play right. THe physics system for the ball is out of whack. There's often no predicting what it will do, whether it's windy, the green is heavy, or whatever. I like that precision is needed for putting and chipping via the analog swing, but I never got a feel for what the results themselves would often be. I often got top and backspin when I never asked for it. No doubt about it, there's a lot of game here. The problem with Links, however, is that it's quantity over quality. What this equates to is the fact that, after playing this game, about the only thing you'll remember is that golf courses are green - KATO

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Ratings section:

Overall: 7

Concept: Bring the PC franchise to the Xbox for a duel with EA's Tiger Woods.

Graphics: The graphics are pretty damn sharp, with some slo-mo thrown in for good measure.

Sound: The commentary is a bit stiff, despite the nicknames they try to spice it up with.

Playability: I like the intermediate putting and chipping, but the physics are off.

Entertainment: There's something missing from this title that makes it the golf game that non-fans dread.

Replay value: Moderately High

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Second Opinion:

I was never a fan of the gameplay in the PC series, and I'm not terribly impressed with it in this console version, either. If anything, the game lacks difficulty. The analog swing system is way too easy to perfect. Reading putts is just as hassle free of an exercise. I also found that the ball physics are a little off and the ball tends to roll too much on the greens and fairways. Microsoft did its part to keep the player occupied with tons of different skill modes and difficulty levels. The problem is, there really is no reward for completing challenges. You can purchase attribute points and earn medals, but that's about the extent of it. Competing in organized tournaments via Xbox Live is the most rewarding aspect of Links. It's a better game than Outlaw Golf, but I wouldn't even put it in the same league as Tiger Woods. If you're into the online scene, it's well worth it. For every other need, Tiger is the way to go. - REINER - 7

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**mgoblue** · 10-17-2003, 05:27 PM

Re: EGM Review of Links

Links review in Game Informer, mods feel free to delete if this isn't legal:

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This game reminds me of being out on the country club and seeing that guy who's got everything. He's wearing the nice tour polo shirt. He's got the newest, nicest set of clubs. This dude looks like the real deal, and you're thinking, "Wow, this guy must be Arnold Palmer's illegitimate son." Then when he goes up to tee off, he shoots it right into the trees.

On the surface there's a lot to like. Whether it's the upgradeable real-life equipment, the awesome looking golfers, or the online play, you'd better get your shaking stick out if you want to keep track of everything. The problem is that it just doesn't play right. THe physics system for the ball is out of whack. There's often no predicting what it will do, whether it's windy, the green is heavy, or whatever. I like that precision is needed for putting and chipping via the analog swing, but I never got a feel for what the results themselves would often be. I often got top and backspin when I never asked for it. No doubt about it, there's a lot of game here. The problem with Links, however, is that it's quantity over quality. What this equates to is the fact that, after playing this game, about the only thing you'll remember is that golf courses are green - KATO

<hr /></blockquote>

<blockquote>Quote:<hr />
Ratings section:

Overall: 7

Concept: Bring the PC franchise to the Xbox for a duel with EA's Tiger Woods.

Graphics: The graphics are pretty damn sharp, with some slo-mo thrown in for good measure.

Sound: The commentary is a bit stiff, despite the nicknames they try to spice it up with.

Playability: I like the intermediate putting and chipping, but the physics are off.

Entertainment: There's something missing from this title that makes it the golf game that non-fans dread.

Replay value: Moderately High

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Second Opinion:

I was never a fan of the gameplay in the PC series, and I'm not terribly impressed with it in this console version, either. If anything, the game lacks difficulty. The analog swing system is way too easy to perfect. Reading putts is just as hassle free of an exercise. I also found that the ball physics are a little off and the ball tends to roll too much on the greens and fairways. Microsoft did its part to keep the player occupied with tons of different skill modes and difficulty levels. The problem is, there really is no reward for completing challenges. You can purchase attribute points and earn medals, but that's about the extent of it. Competing in organized tournaments via Xbox Live is the most rewarding aspect of Links. It's a better game than Outlaw Golf, but I wouldn't even put it in the same league as Tiger Woods. If you're into the online scene, it's well worth it. For every other need, Tiger is the way to go. - REINER - 7

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**fishepa** · 10-20-2003, 09:28 AM

Re: EGM Review of Links

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I was never a fan of the gameplay in the PC series, and I'm not terribly impressed with it in this console version, either. If anything, the game lacks difficulty.

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I stopped reading right there. It's obvious the guy has no idea what he's talking about. He already had it in his mind that he wouldn't like the game. This guy doesn't know anything about golf if he has not been "terribly" impressed with Links on the PC.

I could care less what any of the reviewers say. I will buy this game and most definitely enjoy it. I just can't believe that the physics would be off considering they have been doing this game on the PC for the last 8 or 9 years. I think these reviewers have been playing too much Tiger Woods.

**fishepa** · 10-20-2003, 09:28 AM

Re: EGM Review of Links

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I was never a fan of the gameplay in the PC series, and I'm not terribly impressed with it in this console version, either. If anything, the game lacks difficulty.

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I stopped reading right there. It's obvious the guy has no idea what he's talking about. He already had it in his mind that he wouldn't like the game. This guy doesn't know anything about golf if he has not been "terribly" impressed with Links on the PC.

I could care less what any of the reviewers say. I will buy this game and most definitely enjoy it. I just can't believe that the physics would be off considering they have been doing this game on the PC for the last 8 or 9 years. I think these reviewers have been playing too much Tiger Woods.

EGM Review of Links

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