PGA Tour 96 (GB)

PGA Tour 96 (GB) delivers an authentic golf simulation experience on the Game Boy system. Players will participate in professional golf tournaments, striving to achieve the best scores across various golf courses.

Gameplay focuses on selecting the appropriate club, aiming precisely, and controlling shot power. The swing mechanism typically employs a "three-click" system: press a button once to start the swing, a second time to determine shot power, and a third time to control the accuracy of the shot. Precise timing for each click is crucial for executing perfect shots and avoiding errors like hooks or slices.

The game offers multiple play modes, including single rounds for practice or self-challenge, and a tournament mode that simulates a genuine PGA Tour season. In tournament mode, players must compete through multiple rounds, facing computer opponents to climb the leaderboard and win championships.

Despite being a Game Boy title, PGA Tour 96 (GB) still attempts to recreate strategic golf elements such as reading the course terrain, calculating wind direction, and the slope of the green to execute accurate putts. The 2D graphics are simple yet effective, sufficient to display necessary information and provide a fluid golf experience. Game sounds are also designed to complement the experience, from the sound of the club hitting the ball to the ball dropping into the hole. This is an engaging sports title for golf enthusiasts on a portable platform.