Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
A perfect-sized-for-your-pocket-and-brain-teaser for solo gamers.
Highlights
- Incredibly portable and compact
- Great replayability per notebook
- Quick-to-learn mechanics
Keep in mind
- Strictly a solo experience
- High dice-roll-dependency
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Ever found yourself waiting for a coffee or commuting and wishing you had a quick game to play? Paper Apps: Golf is your new pocket-sized-companion! Forget bulky boards; this game comes in a handy-sized notebook format (3x5 inches with coil binding) that fits anywhere. It's the ultimate travel companion for gamers who love quick-fire-sessions. Each notebook is unique, featuring randomly generated-style-layouts that keep the experience fresh every single time you open it.
Inside, you'll find three different golf courses, each consisting of 18 holes. The gameplay follows an engaging roll-and-write loop where you attempt to navigate diverse terrains to reach the hole in the fewest strokes possible. The courses aren' are just flat paths; they are filled with hazards like rough grass, sand traps, water hazards, and trees. You'll need to make tactical decisions: do you go for a risky long shot over a water hazard, or play it safe on the fairway to set up a better next move? Landing on the fairway gives you a boost, while sand-trapped shots will definitely hinder your progress. It's a delightful blend of luck-of-the-dice and risk management that makes every hole feel like a mini-challenge. If you love solitaire games that are easy to learn but hard to master, this little notebook is a must-have for your bag!
Inside, you'll find three different golf courses, each consisting of 18 holes. The gameplay follows an engaging roll-and-write loop where you attempt to navigate diverse terrains to reach the hole in the fewest strokes possible. The courses aren' are just flat paths; they are filled with hazards like rough grass, sand traps, water hazards, and trees. You'll need to make tactical decisions: do you go for a risky long shot over a water hazard, or play it safe on the fairway to set up a better next move? Landing on the fairway gives you a boost, while sand-trapped shots will definitely hinder your progress. It's a delightful blend of luck-of-the-dice and risk management that makes every hole feel like a mini-challenge. If you love solitaire games that are easy to learn but hard to master, this little notebook is a must-have for your bag!
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Publisher
Gladden Design
Designer
Tom Brinton
Community
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132owners
23wishlist
2want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can play?
It is a solo-only-game, designed for one player.
How long does a session take?
Very quick! You can finish a course in just a few minutes.
What's included in the box?
A coil-bound notebook containing-courses, rules, and score tracking.
Is there a steep learning curve?
Not at all. It's very easy to pick up and start playing immediately.
Is it good for travel?
Absolutely! Its small-scale design makes it the perfect travel game.
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