Amsgolf

Amsgolf
Release	1984
Publisher	Amsoft
Developer	Computersmith
Programmer	Unknown
Musician	None
Artist	Unknown
Genre	Sports (Golf)
Players	1P Only
Controls
Language	, ,
Media
Compatability	464, 664, 6128 & Plus
Magazine Reviews	No Mark - ACU 01 (Aug/Sep 84) 4 stars - ACU 03 (Jan/Feb 85) 65% - AA 001 (Oct 85) 45% - Amtix 02 (Dec 85)
Information

Overview

Both the first golf and the first sports game released on the CPC, Amsgolf is as basic as they come but thanks to its chunky colourful graphics and 'unique' control system it's one that will linger in the memory.

Plot

WELCOME TO THE AMSOFT GOLF COURSE

This exciting new computer simulation of an 18 hole golf course will enable you to improve your skill level of the game, in otehr words, lower your handicap.

The main object of the game is to play the course of 18 holes in as few strokes as possible thus improving your handicap. The game assumes a right handed player. A stroke is played each time the ball is hit.

The course is set in woodland and deep grass called 'rough'. The smoother grass is called the 'fairway' Hazards are put in your way to make your game more difficult.

Screenshots & Videos

• Amsgolf
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  On the course
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  In a bunker
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  Putting on the green

Re-releases and Compilations

None

Hints & Tips

Handicap Codes

(Courtesy of CPC Power)

• 00 = K3R56
  
• 01 = E3R74
  
• 02 = N9W99
  
• 03 = W8M10
  
• 04 = N6L37
  
• 05 = S6I52
  
• 06 = D1C58
  
• 07 = P9V60
  
• 08 = M7H21
  
• 09 = E2G86
  
• 10 = H7Y48
  
• 11 = J1T93
  
• 12 = F4B11
  
• 13 = B0X24
  
• 14 = Z3F04
  
• 15 = A6P12
  
• 16 = S9V73
  

Playing Tips

(from Amstrad Action Issue 01 - Oct 85)

• Now you've got a lower handicap there are few things that should get it even lower. Always use a driver off the tee and. unless at a short hole, where you can take a chance on reaching the green in one. aim it at direction four in order to avoid hitting the tree if you slice.
• Use the driver at maximum strength if you're still a long way from the hole, even if you're in the rough. This will lead to more slices and hooks but as long as you plan for those possibilities in your direction you'll be OK.
• When you're in close to the hole you want to hit the green without mistakes so always use an iron that can hit the green with strength 5 or 6. Once on the green, the strength of the putt can be judged roughly by the table below:

Yards	Strength
1 to 3	1
4 to 6	2
7 to 9	3
10 to 12	4
13 to 15	5

• Above 15 yards it is difficult to hole a putt, so it is better to leave it just short for a tap rather than whack it and leave a tough one back. Remember, you can still miss from 4-6 yards, so play safe.
• You should now be able to par plenty of holes and even get the occasional birdie if you're lucky

Trivia

The game is written entirely in BASIC.

Covertape

• Amsgolf (Amsoft UK)
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  Back Covertape

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  Front Covertape

• Amsgolf (Amsoft DE)
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  Back Covertape

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  Front Covertape

Tape

• Amsgolf (Amsoft UK)
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  Tape - Side B

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  Tape - Side A

• Amsgolf (Amsoft DE)
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  Tape - Side B

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  Tape - Side A

Links

• Amsgolf at CPC-Power
• Amsgolf at The Amstrad CPC Games Resource