![]() You'll also see some unfair rating decreases when playing the mini game matches against the AI such as battle golf or one ball. I have also seen my short game decrease when I am sticking shots close to the pin and might get one or 2 shots off line here and there. As for the flaws, I have found that there are times when I play a course the way I feel is best for my play style such as lay ups or no extra power added to a shot and I'll tend to get penalized. While the system is not without flaws it works fairly well throughout the game and is definitely a welcome addition. When you add in accessories and equipment that rating can be as high as 12 in each category. Without any kind of special gear or accessories you can obtain a total rating of 10.0 in each category. One time that the ratings are not affected is during online multiplayer matches. These rating will rise and fall with your performance in all single player game modes. From that you'll receive a grade on the following categories: Power, Accuracy, Short Game and Putting. ![]() He will have you complete some simple tasks and evaluate your performance. from the moment you start up the game and create your golfer, you'll meet up with Hank. One of the brand new features in Tiger is the addition of Tiger's own coach, Hank Haney. Everything is unlockable with virtual cash which is the way it should be, but it's just the fact that these microtransactions are even an option that scares me for the future of video games. you will immediately notice that not only are these items purchased with vitrual money, but you could also use Microsoft Points as well if you so desired. As you play the game you will earn virtual money that can be used to buy accessories, equipment and clothing to increase your golfer's attributes or just change one's appearance. One scary thing that I have to mention is the appearance of microtransactions in the game. The commentary has changed up a bit bringing in a few new announcers which will add a little new variety to the game, but eventually it gets repetitive and annoying at times. The typical swoosh and ping sounds are realistic and once again nothing overly dramatic, but nothing out of the ordinary. Ambient course sounds ring across the fairways such as rolling waves from the Pacific, birds singing, crowd cheers, and much more. The sounds in the game are what is to be expected from any golf game. The character models are once again well done and lifelike and you'll find that creating your own golfer with your own face using the tools provided is rather accurate and has surprisingly good results. The view literally took my breath away as the real course would do the same. The oranges and purples reflecting off the ocean was absolutely amazing and it carried over onto the fairways and greens of the course. One of the most stunning views I happened to see was the sun setting over the Pacific ocean while playing Pebble beach. 16 real life courses ship with the game and I am sure we'll see a few more roll down the pipe in the form of downloadable content. ![]() Graphically the courses are magnificently recreated in wonderful detail, realism and scenic views. There are also plenty of new features in the game to add a whole new level to your Tiger game play. You will not be at a loss of variety one bit with this game and it should keep you busy for quite a long time. There are mini games, training modules, career mode, online tourneys, multiplayer and plenty more. The menus are easy to navigate as usual with any EA game, and you'll find plenty of things to do in this game. If you are pulling the stick back at an angle, then you will immediately know it and can readjust before hitting the ball. The swing stick seems like its been totally revamped and actually displays itself in the lower left corner so that you can keep track of your entire backswing and follow through. What the game does differently is it allows the less skilled or new users to pick up the game and feel like they are able to compete with those veterans. You'll find many aspects of 09 to be familiar from previous iterations of the game and it will be easy for veterans to pick up and play the game and perform well right off the bat. Well I am happy to say that Tiger Woods PGA Tour 09 has made great strides towards that threshold and respect. In the video game world the Tiger series has been trying to get to the same threshold and command the same respect from virtual golfers. In the real life world Tiger Woods dominates the sport and shines brightly as the best to have ever played the sport hands down.
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