Rory McIlroy PGA TOUR Golf

[10spro]

BTW, wasn't Terry Brewster a hoot? First time I've hooked up with him online since Tiger Woods 10. I sort of got the impression that he wasn't going to buying this game anytime soon... and I thought I'd read some negative impressions of it in various forums He's a turn-based player as you obviously would have gathered, but the inconsistency he's having with the fickle tempo requirement of the swing interface has him wired to find little else about the game that appeals to him. He's been a very good Tiger Woods player over the years, going all the way back to Tiger Woods 07, so it was a bit of a shock to see him struggling so much with RMPGAT.

Hilarious dude. When you muted your mic by accident he kept telling how he would suck at this game, that he hated the twitchiness of it. I just kept telling him that we were just trying the online aspect of the game and not to worry to much. Turn out the one that was worried was me when you got your mic back and I saw the no beads setting for the greens. But as you mentioned, once we played with them on, it didn't seem to make much of a difference. Glad to find out you were playing with a Pro the first 9 holes as I kept watching your bombs over my head by over 25 yards.

But when he said wtf -23% slow follow thru, I just cracked. Don't think' he'll be getting the game next week.

[Danimal]

I'm curious to see what launch day patch items there will be, but clearly, the online multiplayer is in need of some TLC.

Don't you think if it was something significant they would of announced it? Same thing for the post launch content just a vague reference on twitter and OS ran with it.

This is classic EA, something is made sub-par so they get the word out on patches etc. hoping to snag some of the people on the fence. The bottom line is there is no reason to buy this game at launch IMO. There is another golf game out which is arguably better on the course. The price will dip significantly much like NHL 15 and Madden did. People still spent $60 on NHL because they had no option. In this case you have one that is cheaper and with the exception of presentation better (or at least as good).

People can spend their money however they want but I don't see the point in continuing to reward EA for halfass efforts like this.

[TheTruth]

Wow, I am just lost in this game. I am getting too old, or I am just a simpleton, or both. Playing on default Tour settings, I am absolutely terrible. Did the Prologue tutorial thing and it does not seem to correlate to anything I am doing at the Tour settings. Started a career and was like 134th place, yet magically I still managed to make it to the PGA Tour. I guess it really does not matter how you do. I don't understand the attributes, or the equipment settings at all. Can't seem to find any tutorial or definitive info about it in the forums. In a round if I change clubs the view changes and I can't get it back and can't seem to find the settings to do so.

I wish there was a way to configure a DSP tour, with 4 round weekly events, where you can set the difficulty levels, attributes, etc. and you don't see the overall results of a round or a tournament until you are playing the round and/or complete it. Likewise, it should keep our scores and stats for the tour and allow.

One thing this game does a great job is making it feel like you are actually playing in a PGA Tour event. Very well done. It's been since the 1990's, and I forget the name of the game, that a golf game did a good job of making it feel like you were competing in a professional tournament.

It's really hard to believe how bad I am at this game when everyone else is saying it is easy. With my created "Power" golfer I am barely driving 200 yards, rarely hit the fairways, and can't putt worth a crap on the default Tour settings. Just like real golf for me as I have never broken 100 the few times I have actually played a full 18.

You should easily be hitting 270-280 right off the bat with your created golfer. Something's not right if you are barely getting 200 on drives. What does the feedback on the swing meter say?

Hit the RB button to cycle thru the 4 camera angles. The back button will show you the hole layout with yardages from where your golfer is.

Has anyone tried 3 click on hardest difficulty?

[DivotMaker]

I'm curious to see what launch day patch items there will be, but clearly, the online multiplayer is in need of some TLC.

Don't you think if it was something significant they would of announced it? Same thing for the post launch content just a vague reference on twitter and OS ran with it.

This is classic EA, something is made sub-par so they get the word out on patches etc. hoping to snag some of the people on the fence. The bottom line is there is no reason to buy this game at launch IMO. There is another golf game out which is arguably better on the course. The price will dip significantly much like NHL 15 and Madden did. People still spent $60 on NHL because they had no option. In this case you have one that is cheaper and with the exception of presentation better (or at least as good).

People can spend their money however they want but I don't see the point in continuing to reward EA for halfass efforts like this.

From a gameplay perspective, RM on Tour and without a doubt on Custom TOUR modes is easily more challenging than TGC. After 500+ rounds on TGC, my FIR is 88%and GIR is 85% with putting average of 1.4 putts per hole. I am far worse in RM than TGC even taking into account the learning curve on RM in the most challenging mode. Scoring average in TGC is -9. Scoring average so far in RM is E par......

I DO however agree on the lack of content at launch.

[DivotMaker]

Wow, I am just lost in this game. I am getting too old, or I am just a simpleton, or both. Playing on default Tour settings, I am absolutely terrible. Did the Prologue tutorial thing and it does not seem to correlate to anything I am doing at the Tour settings. Started a career and was like 134th place, yet magically I still managed to make it to the PGA Tour. I guess it really does not matter how you do. I don't understand the attributes, or the equipment settings at all. Can't seem to find any tutorial or definitive info about it in the forums. In a round if I change clubs the view changes and I can't get it back and can't seem to find the settings to do so.

I wish there was a way to configure a DSP tour, with 4 round weekly events, where you can set the difficulty levels, attributes, etc. and you don't see the overall results of a round or a tournament until you are playing the round and/or complete it. Likewise, it should keep our scores and stats for the tour and allow.

One thing this game does a great job is making it feel like you are actually playing in a PGA Tour event. Very well done. It's been since the 1990's, and I forget the name of the game, that a golf game did a good job of making it feel like you were competing in a professional tournament.

It's really hard to believe how bad I am at this game when everyone else is saying it is easy. With my created "Power" golfer I am barely driving 200 yards, rarely hit the fairways, and can't putt worth a crap on the default Tour settings. Just like real golf for me as I have never broken 100 the few times I have actually played a full 18.

If by Monday afternoon you still have EA. Access time left, be glad to hook up with you online and walk through some of this with you and anyone else wo wants to join in.....I get your frustration and I can empathize with you and others. I have pretty much figured out the game tee to green and putting, but the sort game and some approach shots are biting me in the ass because I have not dialed in the touch on those shots and until I do, I will be aiming for the center of the green. Let me know, be glad to help if you and others are interested.

[DChaps]

If by Monday afternoon you still have EA. Access time left, be glad to hook up with you online and walk through some of this with you and anyone else wo wants to join in.....I get your frustration and I can empathize with you and others. I have pretty much figured out the game tee to green and putting, but the sort game and some approach shots are biting me in the ass because I have not dialed in the touch on those shots and until I do, I will be aiming for the center of the green. Let me know, be glad to help if you and others are interested.

Thanks Tim, I am definitely interested if I have time left. I really appreciate the offer. I may post some videos to Youtube. I am sure it is something I am doing wrong. Overall, it is actually much better than I was expecting, although I was not expecting much.

I just wish some golf game would give us the ability to have an online season within a "club", tracking stats and results across each round and tournament, and have the stats available via web as well as in game.

[Aristo]

People can spend their money however they want but I don't see the point in continuing to reward EA for halfass efforts like this.

I've long since grown out of this notion of "rewarding" or "punishing" game makers. I buy what I feel like playing, and try to pass on things I either don't want to play, or won't have time.

TGC may be "arguably" better, but it's not gameplay I find interesting all. I'll end up buying RMPGAT, even though it is not to going to be the game I thought it would, because I'm going to run out of my 10 hours, and I still want to play the game. I'm actually really enjoying the game. I just shot a +5 with Spieth on. I has some early bogey's, and blew up a Par 3, but was able to hit three birdies down the stretch to improve. The game makes me think and work on execution.

I don't think the feel of the controls is where it should be. But I'm starting to get the feel for putting, and I feel much better on the course. Just because I can dink it for several oversights and some wonkiness, it doesn't mean I can't enjoy it. And that is the sole reason I play a game.

I think the lack of Country Clubs is going to hurt the sales of this game more than anything else. There will be zero feeling of community surrounding this game. And with the leaderboards not even offering the ability to sort to friends, there is no way to feel like you are competing with like-mind players.

But golf is mostly about competing with yourself, and I think it does a nice job of providing that. I have several moments of excitement and frustration (the good kind) every round. So I will get value out of it. I won't spend much time trying to convince other to buy in, though.

[Aristo]

From a gameplay perspective, RM on Tour and without a doubt on Custom TOUR modes is easily more challenging than TGC. After 500+ rounds on TGC, my FIR is 88%and GIR is 85% with putting average of 1.4 putts per hole. I am far worse in RM than TGC even taking into account the learning curve on RM in the most challenging mode. Scoring average in TGC is -9. Scoring average so far in RM is E par......

I DO however agree on the lack of content at launch.

This pretty much where I am. Not only is the game challenging, but I have a since of being able to improve and to play strategically better. The more I play, the closer I am to finding the feel for the game, which will make it even more about strategy.

But the lack of content is probably worse than NHL 15. And it's not just the courses. I miss different game modes, like Bingo, Bango, Bongo, and the like. I hate that there is no option for turn based online play. It doesn't look like Play the Pros is an option this year. And more than anything, the lack of Country Clubs will tank momentum for this game from those of us that a re enjoying it.

But how much of that is in TGC? On the course, RMPGAT is strong, and will keep my interest. But I think they will need to roll out more content.

[tjung0831]

I don't need a hardcore sim golf game so does this game offer a mix of sim/arcade and the most important question, is it at least fun to play?

[10spro]

I don't need a hardcore sim golf game so does this game offer a mix of sim/arcade and the most important question, is it at least fun to play?

Yes, you can customize the game to your liking and that's where you can pick arcade style or tour mode. Is it fun? Depends on how you can adjust to the controls. It can be very frustrating but with practice you start getting better at it. You may choose the 3 way click if that's easier for you but apparently is not that simple. Do you crave for a golf game other than TGC? If so, I would give it a try, if not wait until a sale.

[10spro]

Pretty much summarizes my feeling.


http://www.pastapadre.com/2015/07/11/ro ... mpressions

[Danimal]

From a gameplay perspective, RM on Tour and without a doubt on Custom TOUR modes is easily more challenging than TGC. After 500+ rounds on TGC, my FIR is 88%and GIR is 85% with putting average of 1.4 putts per hole. I am far worse in RM than TGC even taking into account the learning curve on RM in the most challenging mode. Scoring average in TGC is -9. Scoring average so far in RM is E par......

You think it is fair to compare something you've played 500 rounds of to something you've played what 10, 15?

I only played 5 rounds of RM with it max out for difficulty. Shot a +12 my first round, Even my next 2 and then under par since. If I average that out I'm above par but the trend is going down and will continue to do so.

[DivotMaker]

From a gameplay perspective, RM on Tour and without a doubt on Custom TOUR modes is easily more challenging than TGC. After 500+ rounds on TGC, my FIR is 88%and GIR is 85% with putting average of 1.4 putts per hole. I am far worse in RM than TGC even taking into account the learning curve on RM in the most challenging mode. Scoring average in TGC is -9. Scoring average so far in RM is E par......

You think it is fair to compare something you've played 500 rounds of to something you've played what 10, 15?

I only played 5 rounds of RM with it max out for difficulty. Shot a +12 my first round, Even my next 2 and then under par since. If I average that out I'm above par but the trend is going down and will continue to do so.

Yes I do because there was NO learning curve in TGC for me....been scoring at the start as I have been today. TGC is the easiest Golf game I have ever played and if they fixed the putting engine issue, I would likely average -12 to -14. I mean, Golf games really do not have a large learning curve at all with the short analog stick as the interface. However, with RM, right now, I am still learning how to dial in tee shots, approach shots, pitches, chips, bunker blasts, and putting due to the tempo element. I agree with others that the Tempo element needs polish and mis-hit penalties more severe, but TGC has NO tempo whatsoever in its swing. Pull straight back, pause 2-3 seconds if you wish, push straight forward. The only challenge with TGC for me currently is when they change the swing mechanic like they have with this latest patch. It is not out for Xbox yet, but I doubt it will be any challenge whatsoever based on the PS4 patch feedback. I and a number of others are asking HBS for more challenging OPTIONS to choose from and all we are hearing back is *crickets*.....

[TheTruth]

And with the leaderboards not even offering the ability to sort to friends, there is no way to feel like you are competing with like-mind players.

You can sort the leaderboard by friends.

[Danimal]

Played another round shot -6, that's going to have to be one hell of a patch to make this a more meaty game. I wonder if this will tank worse than TW14.

[Inuyasha]

On default settings I'm averaging -14 with Rory. I average +14 on golf club. If there was only a middle ground.

[Wilk5280]

So I've just been playing with the pros because I know it wouldn't take me long to upgrade my CAG to their level. On the hardest difficulty, except for beads on the greens, I'm easily shooting 6-10 under per round.

The game seems to be on rails to me. Pull pack, push forward, sink the putt. Very little thought goes into each shot for me. A quick adjustment to take wind into account, or the break for putting, and it's done. I'm sure I'd struggle a little bit while creating my guy, but in the end there wouldn't be much thought or skill involved to shoot well.

I still have '13 and 14 on the 360. For my money those are both better experiences, even with the last gen graphics.

[DivotMaker]

On default settings I'm averaging -14 with Rory. I average +14 on golf club. If there was only a middle ground.

No kidding.....TOUR mode using Custom settings with a CAG....see how you do with that.....and I have nothing to say about your Golf Club scores other than that is pretty hard to believe.

[DivotMaker]

Played another round shot -6, that's going to have to be one hell of a patch to make this a more meaty game. I wonder if this will tank worse than TW14.

Tour Custom settings

Advanced swing

Advanced Lies

Wind gusts on

shot arc off

green grids on

Diagonal swing for draws/fades on

If so, then uninstall the game and go play TGC if you think RM is so easy. I'm seeing the exact opposite.

[Wilk5280]

In use those settings, with the pros, and it's not really that difficult.. I'm sure it would be with a CAG, but not after you've built him up.

[DivotMaker]

In use those settings, with the pros, and it's not really that difficult.. I'm sure it would be with a CAG, but not after you've built him up.

Then that is a problem. Thanks for the confirmation.

[Wilk5280]

I wish it wasn't the case. I really had high hopes or this game and it seems like there's a few here finding a good game. Unfortunately I'm just not one of them.

[Diablo25]

I'm having more fun with the 3 click method to be honest. I am liking the game. It is what it is. Hope the DLC is a pleasant surprise.

[Spooky]

Played a bit last night. So let me make sure I have this correct...

The shot marker arrow completely dictates your backswing/power??? For example - if I place the marker at 25% of the total club distance, a full swing will cut my backswing and only give me enough power for the ball to travel approx 25%? Like I don't have to shorten the swing myself ever?

This is what it felt like to me last night. If so...it's a very odd choice or at least one that seems like a few steps backwards from what we are used to in recent golf games. Seems to take a lot of the challenge of having to adjust your swing.

[Inuyasha]

Yes I'm using a pro to get those scores on Rory. Cag I'm not there yet but once I get up on skill points I will be putting up low scores. Just avoiding cag now since I'm low on the ea hours.

I'm like the Charles Barkley of videogame golf when it comes to tgc.

Saw tw14 in the bargin bin today at target. Was tempted. I like 12 I think the best since it had wailea. Hope xbo is fast with the bc stuff. Wouldn't mind playing a 360 tw game right now.

What was considered the best ea golf game last gen? 12 13 or 14?