Chris Buffa (Modojo): Considering that it just debuted on the App Store less than 24 hours ago, publisher Com2uS prematurely crowned its newest iPhone and iPad title, GolfStar, as king of the genre. The description raises an eyebrow, with boisterous verbiage that describes the company's effort as "the most realistic golf game of all time," and "the greatest golf game you'll ever play." Such claims are fine if you deliver, but GolfStar isn't the best, not by a long shot.
It may be a free game, but it’s still not worth the price.
GameZebo: GolfStar is a free-to-play golfing game where you can upgrade and customize your golfer, hit the course and rack up some birdies. Gamezebo’s quick start strategy guide will provide you with detailed images, tips, information, and hints on how to play your best game.
Pocket Gamer: Let's be honest: the humble golf game has barely changed since programmers first simulated the sport back in the day.
Over time, those programmers might have delivered better visuals and taken a few brave stabs at updating those tried-and-trusted core mechanics, but, in essence, it's a genre stuck in a rut.
