Global domination and golfing greatness from the comfort of your own home…

When on the phone to Simon
Dyson this month he raved
about how he passed time
out on the road by playing the PlayStation 3 with Anton Haig, and loved it so much he bought one as soon as he got home, shelving all range practice for a session
of button pushing. “You have to buy one guys,” he said. So we did. Well, sort of. We actually drew on the might of the media to get hold of some brand new copies of Everybody’s Golf for the PS3, for
research purposes obviously...for you folks. So brand new in fact, that we actually got a developmental platform of the game to try, but from the look of it things are developing nicely.
The 2008 edition of Everybody’s Golf is the first appearance on the PS3 platform for this game and makes full use of the console’s capabilities. You will immediately
notice the graphics; still in the Japanese influenced cartoon style the game is famous for, but now in stunning HD. This soft and fun-led approach continues into the playability, which is easy to learn and has been improved with an Advanced Shot System that enables you to draw, fade,
punch and fl op your shots like a pro. But it’s in the world of ‘social interaction’ where this game truly comes into its own. You can play with three friends at home, or if you don’t have any friends, up
to eight players can participate in a single online match. For a real challenge though, join in on one of the online tournaments and battle it out with up to 50 players from
around the globe. In the space of a few hours a ‘friendly competition’ turned our dreary afternoon into a bullring rodeo, so imagine what dreams of global domination
will do for you. There are 15 quirky characters to choose from and all can be customized at your behest. With six new stunning courses designed in beautiful detail, you’ll
feel like you’re walking the fairways in a Japanese forest, on dramatic cliff-top links at Okinawa, or through the thirsty Kenyan
Savannah desert. There’s also a host of downloadable content available from PlayStation Store, including a new course, characters and other bonuses for when you’ve conquered the game.
And that’s the thing about Everybody’s Golf. You will try and
conquer the game. Granted, you can’t pretend you are Tiger Woods while doing it, but the gameplay
counters that well. The shot making is intricate and difficult to
perfect, while hazards punish
errant shots and are more than
likely to cost you the hole. The attention to detail brings back memories of monster Mario Kart competitions and keep you pushing to better your performance and retain bragging rights over your friends. At the very least Everybody’s Golf has sounded the death knell of the
fair-weather golfer.

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AKA: Newb with a Future
Age: 10
Nationality: Swedish
Height: 140cm
Weight: 34kg
Likes: Violin
Dislikes: Curry




Who are ya?
I’m a Swedish golf prodigy. I don’t get nervous, it is only a game after all.

How’s your swing?
I’m not very long off the tee so have to use my shot shaping. When I grow up I’ll be able to go longer but until then I have to rely on ball control.

Most likely to say?
“Good shot, unlucky.”

Least likely to say?
“Do you remember World Cup ’98?”

AKA: Natural Stylings
Age: 15
Nationality: American
Height: 164cm
Weight: 52kg
Likes: Toys
Dislikes: Dentists

Who are ya?
I’m a student of golf studying it on TV from an early age. I hope the time I put into my golfing education will bode well in the future.

How’s your swing?
It holds up well in the clutch. Give me a difficult approach when the stakes are high and I won’t let you down. I’m not very long off the tee for a guy but I’m about brains not brawn.

Most likely to say?
“Yeeeehaaaa.”

Least likely to say?
“Who wants a long drive contest?”

AKA: Georgous Queen
Age: 29
Nationality: Secret
Height: 169cm
Likes:  Gems
Dislike: Veggies

Who are ya?
I’m the wife of an oil baron and have been trained by a small army of coaches. The best help doesn’t come cheap.

How’s your swing?
As long as I stay on the fairway I’m as good as anyone. I should practice my bunker play but I don’t like getting on my shoes. Do you know how much they cost?

Most likely to say?
“I love this course, I might buy it.”

Least likely to say?
“Who cares they’re only clothes?”

AKA: Silent Howl
Age: 42
Nationality: Italian
Height: 187cm
Weight: 74kg
Likes: Fashion
Dislikes: Pollution

Who are ya?
I used to play on the pro tour until I earned enough money to buy and save a rain forest.

How’s your swing?
People say I’m nice around the greens with my pin seeking missiles, but I don’t know about that. I get ridiculous spin so watch out on those par threes. Just make sure I’m not in the rough. This old man has weak wrists.

Most likely to say?
"Don’t litter the course."

Least likely to say?
“I’ve just bought an SUV, they’re great for the school run.”

AKA: The Oriental Machine
Age: 19
Nationality: American
Height: 185cm
Weight: 68kg
Likes: Travel
Dislikes: Snakes

Who are ya?
I’m a natural born golfer with a Hollywood swing. This is the last sport I have to conquer until I’m the GOAT (greatest of all time) in every sport.

How’s your swing?
It’s great. I’m a shot shaper extraordinaire who doesn’t like it in the rough, but that doesn’t matter because I’m too good to miss a fairway.

Most likely to say?
“To be the man you gotta’ beat the man, and I am the man.”

Least likely to say?
“Could you lend me a fiver?”

AKA: Corporate Warrior
Age: 34
Nationality: American
Height: 182cm
Weight: 78kg
Likes: Work
Dislikes: Traffic

Who are ya?
I'm a high-flying global corporate warrior with the Midas touch when it comes to business. I care about three things, my family, my business and golf, not necessarily in that order.

How’s your swing?
Like the manager at my PR Company I have excellent spinning skills. My approach shots could do with some work but my decent control helps me out of tight spots.

Most likely to say?
“I have to take this call it’s worth a million.”

Least likely to say?
(He didn’t answer, he’s still on the phone).

AKA: The LA Express
Age: 29
Nationality: American
Height: 215cm
Weight: 120kg
Likes: Fans
Dislikes: Scandal

Who are ya?
I’m an American sporting legend who plays baseball in the summer and American football in the winter. My new challenge is golf.

How’s your swing?
I still have a lot to learn about technique but I can nut it a country mile. My lack of control doesn’t hinder me too much, I’m as comfortable out of the rough as in the middle of the fairway.

Most likely to say?
“Sure I’ll sign that for you, who’s should I make it out to?”

Least likely to say?
“Drive for show, putt for dough.”

AKA: The Free Spirit
Age: 18
Nationality: English
Height: 160cm
Weight: 46kg
Likes: Sweets
Dislikes: Beans

Who are ya?
I’m a hard working golfer who practices day and night. I’ve been described as a Daddy’s girl but would love to beat father one day.

How’s your swing?
Consistent. All that time practicing at the golf club has helped, but I could do with a bit more length.

Most likely to say?
“Daddy can I have a new five iron?”

Least likely to say?
“I can’t be bothered to go down the range today.

AKA: Classic Beauty
Age: 18
Nationality: French
Height: 148cm
Weight: 41kg
Likes: Style
Dislikes: Big Dogs

Who are ya?
I’m the daughter of a famous family of impeccable pedigree. I started playing when papa bought the course next to our family estate. I love to play, except in the rain as it messes up my hair.

How’s your swing?
I’m surprisingly powerful for my size. When things go well, I’m a joy to play with, but be careful when things don’t go my way as I’m known to sulk.

Most likely to say?
“Oooh la la, c’est magnifique.”

Least likely to say?
“Ooh look, a storm’s brewing, fancy a knock?”

AKA: Everybody’s Fave
Age: 55
Nationality: Japanese
Height: 159cm
Weight: 57kg
Likes: Gags
Dislikes: Quotas

Who are ya?
I’m the chairman of the Everybody’s Golf Association and somehow the face of the Everybody’s Golf franchise.

How’s your swing?
Through experience, I’ve polished up my spin control, especially when dealing with bunkers. These kids could learn a thing or two from me!

Most likely to say?
“Knock knock…”

Least likely to say?
“Quiet. There’s a time and a place for jokes."