''Golf Peaks'' is a

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developed and published by Afterburn. Players are challenged to solve golf-themed puzzles.

Gameplay

''Golf Peaks'' is an isometric, golf-themed puzzle game. Each map consists of a series of platforms, and players draw cards that determine how they traverse the platforms. The game implements various

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s, which provide new challenges in optimally traversing the platforms, but these hazards do not model physics; they are purely logical puzzles.

Development

Afterburn said ''Golf Peaks'' recouped its development costs a week and a half after its release, which they attributed to Poland's low cost of living, being featured in the

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, and having a short development time. Development took about five months. It was released for iOS on November 12, 2018; Windows and macOS on November 13, 2018; the Nintendo Switch on March 14, 2019; and Xbox One on September 21, 2021. 7Levels helped port it to the Switch.

Reception

The Switch version of ''Golf Peaks'' received positive reviews on

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. ''

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'' called it "fun and engaging" but said it is a bit short. ''

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'' wrote, "The puzzles are well-crafted, and the game is so relaxing to play that I don't want to stop." ''

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'' praised its balanced levels and called it "a pretty magnificent experience" held back only by its lack of further content. ''Digitally Downloaded'' recommended it for times when one only has periods of time to play games, but they said it has "somewhat limited" gameplay during longer sessions. Although he was disappointed in the lack of in-game hints for the most challenging puzzles, ''NintendoWorldReport''s reviewer said that it is "a nice, serene, and challenging way to wind down". It was nominated for best mobile game at the 2019 Central & Eastern European Game Awards.

References

External links

* {{Official website, https://afterburn.games/golf/ 2018 video games 7Levels games Afterburn games Indie games iOS games MacOS games Nintendo Switch games Puzzle video games Single-player video games Video games developed in Poland Windows games Xbox One games