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{{short description|1999 sports video game published by Nintendo}}
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{{Infobox video game
{{Infobox video game
| title = Mario Golf
| title = Mario Golf
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| series = ''[[List of Mario sports games#Mario Golf games|Mario Golf]]''
| series = ''[[List of Mario sports games#Mario Golf games|Mario Golf]]''
| platforms = [[Nintendo 64]], [[Game Boy Color]]
| platforms = [[Nintendo 64]], [[Game Boy Color]]
| released = '''Nintendo 64'''<br />{{Video game release|JP|June 11, 1999|NA|July 26, 1999|PAL|September 14, 1999}}'''Game Boy Color''' <br/>{{Video game release|JP|August 10, 1999|NA|October 5, 1999|PAL|October 26, 1999}}
| released = '''Nintendo 64'''<br />{{Video game release|JP|June 11, 1999|NA|July 26, 1999|PAL|September 14, 1999}}'''Game Boy Color'''<br/>{{Video game release|JP|August 10, 1999|NA|October 5, 1999|PAL|October 26, 1999}}
| genre = [[Sports video game|Sports]]
| genre = [[Sports video game|Sports]]
| modes = [[Single-player]], [[multiplayer]]
| modes = [[Single-player]], [[multiplayer]]
}}
}}


'''''Mario Golf'''''{{efn|Known in Japan as {{nihongo|'''''Mario Golf 64'''''|マリオゴルフ64|Mario Gorufu Rokujūyon|lead=yes|group=lower-alpha}}}} is a 1999 [[sports game]] developed by [[Camelot Software Planning]] and published by [[Nintendo]] for the [[Nintendo 64]]. In the game, [[Mario]], his friends, and his enemies play [[golf]] on a variety of Mario-themed courses. Following ''[[NES Open Tournament Golf]]'', it is the second game in the [[List of Mario sports games#Mario Golf games|''Mario Golf'' series]].
'''''Mario Golf'''''{{efn|Known in Japan as {{nihongo|'''''Mario Golf 64'''''|マリオゴルフ64|Mario Gorufu Rokujūyon|lead=yes|group=lower-alpha}}}} is a 1999 [[sports game]] developed by [[Camelot Software Planning]] and published by [[Nintendo]] for the [[Nintendo 64]]. [[Mario]], his friends, and his enemies play [[golf]] on a variety of Mario-themed courses. Following ''[[NES Open Tournament Golf]]'', it is the second game in the [[List of Mario sports games#Mario Golf games|''Mario Golf'' series]].

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Camelot developed a [[Game Boy Color]] version{{efn|Known in Japan as {{nihongo|'''''Mario Golf GB'''''|マリオゴルフＧＢ|lead=yes|group=lower-alpha}}}}. Unlike the console version, it includes [[role-playing video game|role-playing]] elements.


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A [[Game Boy Color]] version of the game{{efn|Known in Japan as {{nihongo|'''''Mario Golf GB'''''|マリオゴルフＧＢ|lead=yes|group=lower-alpha}}}} was also developed by Camelot Software Planning. Unlike the console version, it includes [[role-playing video game|role-playing]] elements.
==Gameplay==
==Gameplay==
[[File:SnapMarioGolf.jpg|left|thumb|''Mario Golf'' is the first game in the series to use [[3D computer graphics]].]]
[[File:SnapMarioGolf.jpg|left|thumb|''Mario Golf'' is the first game in the series to use [[3D computer graphics]].]]
Players choose from a variety of characters including Mario, [[Luigi]], [[Princess Peach]], [[Yoshi]], and [[Wario]]. The game also introduces Plum, Sonny, Harry, Maple, and Charlie, new characters created by Camelot specifically for the game, who have not appeared since (except for Plum's appearance as a trophy in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' and as a sticker in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''). Players can then select from a number of courses which have features adapted to the Nintendo world. ''Mario Golf'' is very easy to play (also known as a "pick up and play" game) as it simplifies the game of golf, doing away with many of the complicated real-life aspects of the sport. Although the game is easy to play and simple in appearance, the game's engine is very deep and there are a multitude of variables that can affect a shot, such as wind strength and direction (indicated by a Boo), rain, characters' individual attributes, spin on the ball, and relief of the land. There is a variety of gameplay modes, including speed golf, ring shot, [[mini golf]] and skins match. Every character in the game has recorded voice samples which can be used to comment on opponents' shots.
Players choose from a variety of characters including Mario, [[Luigi]], [[Princess Peach]], [[Yoshi]], and [[Wario]]. The game introduces Plum, Sonny, Harry, Maple, and Charlie, created by Camelot. They are unique to this game except for Plum's appearance as a trophy in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'' and as a sticker in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. Players can then select from a number of courses which have features adapted to the Nintendo world. As a "pick up and play" game, it simplifies the game of golf, without its complicated real-life aspects. Although the game is easy to play and simple in appearance, its engine has many variables that can affect a shot, such as wind strength and direction (indicated by a Boo), rain, characters' individual attributes, spin on the ball, and relief of the land. The variety of gameplay modes include speed golf, ring shot, [[mini golf]], and skins match. Every character in the game has voice samples which can be used to comment on opponents' shots.


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The [[Transfer Pak]] connects the Nintendo 64 and [[Game Boy Color]] versions, to exchange characters and data.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2000/03/04/mario-golf-transfer-pak |title=Mario Golf Transfer Pak |website=[[IGN]] |author=IGN Staff |date=March 3, 2000 |access-date=January 18, 2015}}</ref> A GBC character earns experience points with each round.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2008/10/usa_vc_releases_mario_golf_and_shining_force_ii|title=USA VC Releases: Mario Golf and Shining Force II |website=NintendoLife |last=van Duyn |first=Marcel |date=October 6, 2008 |access-date=January 18, 2015}}</ref>
===Transfer Pak===
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This game features [[Transfer Pak]] compatibility with the [[Game Boy Color]] version of ''Mario Golf''. Players are able to upload characters and data found on the Game Boy version to the Nintendo 64 version. These characters are then playable in full 3D. Additionally, data from the Nintendo 64 version is saved onto the Game Boy Color version of the game.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2000/03/04/mario-golf-transfer-pak |title=Mario Golf Transfer Pak |website=[[IGN]] |author=IGN Staff |date=March 3, 2000 |access-date=January 18, 2015}}</ref> After playing a round with a GBC character, that character will earn experience points. Transfer Pak functionality is not included in the [[Virtual Console]] version.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2008/10/usa_vc_releases_mario_golf_and_shining_force_ii|title=USA VC Releases: Mario Golf and Shining Force II |website=NintendoLife |last=van Duyn |first=Marcel |date=October 6, 2008 |access-date=January 18, 2015}}</ref>


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The Nintendo 64 version received "universal acclaim", according to [[review aggregator]] website [[Metacritic]].<ref name=MC/> In Japan, ''[[Famitsu]]'' gave both console versions of the game a score of 30/40.<ref name=FamGBC/><ref name=FamN64/>
The Nintendo 64 version received "universal acclaim", according to [[review aggregator]] website [[Metacritic]].<ref name=MC/> In Japan, ''[[Famitsu]]'' gave both versions a score of 30/40.<ref name=FamGBC/><ref name=FamN64/>


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==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
*[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/n01/n64/software/nus_p_nmfj/index.html Official Nintendo Japan ''Mario Golf 64'' site]
*{{Official website|https://www.nintendo.co.jp/n01/n64/software/nus_p_nmfj/index.html}}
*[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/n02/dmg/awxj/index.html Official Nintendo Japan ''Mario Golf Game Boy Color'' site]
*[https://www.nintendo.co.jp/n02/dmg/awxj/index.html ''Mario Golf'' Game Boy Color site in Japan]
*{{moby game|id=/mario-golf|name=''Mario Golf'' (Nintendo 64)}}
*{{moby game|id=/mario-golf|name=''Mario Golf'' (Nintendo 64)}}
*{{moby game|id=/mario-golf-|name=''Mario Golf'' (Game Boy Color)}}
*{{moby game|id=/mario-golf-|name=''Mario Golf'' (Game Boy Color)}}

Revision as of 03:58, 28 March 2021

Mario Golf
Mario Golf
North American box art
Developer(s)Camelot Software Planning
Publisher(s)Nintendo
Director(s)Haruki Kodera (N64)
Yasuhiro Taguchi (GBC)
Producer(s)Shinji Hatano
Hiroyuki Takahashi
Shugo Takahashi
Hidetoshi Endo
Designer(s)Hiroyuki Takahashi
Shugo Takahashi
Composer(s)Motoi Sakuraba
SeriesMario Golf
Platform(s)Nintendo 64, Game Boy Color
ReleaseNintendo 64
  • JP: June 11, 1999
  • NA: July 26, 1999
  • PAL: September 14, 1999
Game Boy Color
  • JP: August 10, 1999
  • NA: October 5, 1999
  • PAL: October 26, 1999
Genre(s)Sports
Mode(s)Single-player, multiplayer

Mario Golf[a] is a 1999 sports game developed by Camelot Software Planning and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 64. Mario, his friends, and his enemies play golf on a variety of Mario-themed courses. Following NES Open Tournament Golf, it is the second game in the Mario Golf series.

Camelot developed a Game Boy Color version[b]. Unlike the console version, it includes role-playing elements.

Gameplay

Mario Golf is the first game in the series to use 3D computer graphics.

Players choose from a variety of characters including Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Yoshi, and Wario. The game introduces Plum, Sonny, Harry, Maple, and Charlie, created by Camelot. They are unique to this game except for Plum's appearance as a trophy in Super Smash Bros. Melee and as a sticker in Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Players can then select from a number of courses which have features adapted to the Nintendo world. As a "pick up and play" game, it simplifies the game of golf, without its complicated real-life aspects. Although the game is easy to play and simple in appearance, its engine has many variables that can affect a shot, such as wind strength and direction (indicated by a Boo), rain, characters' individual attributes, spin on the ball, and relief of the land. The variety of gameplay modes include speed golf, ring shot, mini golf, and skins match. Every character in the game has voice samples which can be used to comment on opponents' shots.

The Transfer Pak connects the Nintendo 64 and Game Boy Color versions, to exchange characters and data.[1] A GBC character earns experience points with each round.[2]

Reception

The Nintendo 64 version received "universal acclaim", according to review aggregator website Metacritic.[25] In Japan, Famitsu gave both versions a score of 30/40.[8][9]

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Notes

  1. ^ Known in Japan as Mario Golf 64 (Japanese: マリオゴルフ64, Hepburn: Mario Gorufu Rokujūyon)
  2. ^ Known in Japan as Mario Golf GB (Japanese: マリオゴルフＧＢ)

References

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  2. ^ van Duyn, Marcel (October 6, 2008). "USA VC Releases: Mario Golf and Shining Force II". NintendoLife. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  3. ^ Miller, Skyler. "Mario Golf (GBC) - Review". AllGame. Archived from the original on November 14, 2014. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  4. ^ McCall, Scott. "Mario Golf (N64) - Review". AllGame. Archived from the original on November 14, 2014. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  5. ^ Pogarog, Irena (December 1999). "Mario Golf". Computer and Video Games. No. 217. p. 110.
  6. ^ "Mario Golf (N64)". Electronic Gaming Monthly. 1999.
  7. ^ Whitehead, Dan (April 12, 2009). "Virtual Console Roundup (Page 2)". Eurogamer. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  8. ^ a b "ゲームボーイ - マリオゴルフGB". Famitsu. 915: 110. June 30, 2006.
  9. ^ a b "ニンテンドウ64 - マリオゴルフ64". Famitsu. 915: 27. June 30, 2006.
  10. ^ Anderson, Paul (November 1999). "Mario Golf (GBC)". Game Informer (79). Archived from the original on October 21, 2000. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  11. ^ McNamara, Andy; Anderson, Paul; Reiner, Andrew (August 1999). "Mario Golf (N64)". Game Informer (76): 36. Archived from the original on March 11, 2000. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  12. ^ Scary Larry (1999). "Mario Golf Review for N64 on GamePro.com". GamePro. Archived from the original on August 19, 2000. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  13. ^ Fielder, Lauren (January 28, 2000). "Mario Golf Review (GBC)". GameSpot. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  14. ^ Mielke, James (July 30, 1999). "Mario Golf Review (N64)". GameSpot. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  15. ^ Harris, Craig (October 5, 1999). "Mario Golf (GBC)". IGN. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  16. ^ Boulding, Aaron (July 28, 1999). "Mario Golf (N64)". IGN. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  17. ^ Thomas, Lucas M. (October 6, 2008). "Mario Golf Review (Wii)". IGN. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  18. ^ Reed, Philip J. (October 15, 2012). "Review: Mario Golf (3DS eShop / Game Boy Color)". Nintendo Life. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  19. ^ van Duyn, Marcel (October 6, 2008). "Review: Mario Golf (Wii Virtual Console / Nintendo 64)". Nintendo Life. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  20. ^ "Mario Golf (GBC)". Nintendo Power. 126. November 1999.
  21. ^ "Mario Golf (N64)". Nintendo Power. 123. August 1999.
  22. ^ Scullion, Chris (January 23, 2009). "Mario Golf Review (Wii)". Official Nintendo Magazine. Archived from the original on October 7, 2014. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  23. ^ "Mario Golf for Game Boy Color". GameRankings. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  24. ^ "Mario Golf for Nintendo 64". GameRankings. Retrieved January 18, 2015.
  25. ^ a b "Mario Golf for Nintendo 64 Reviews". Metacritic.
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