CURSED TO GOLF is a roguelite golf platfomer that works way better than you'd think

CURSED TO GOLF is a roguelite golf platfomer that works way better than you'd think

Author: SIFTER August 25, 2022 Duration: 27:04

CURSED TO GOLF is a rogue-like or as developer Liam Edwards likes to call it a "golf-like" platformer with some excellent tunes and beautiful pixel art graphics.

We speak to Liam about the origins of the game as a small personal project, building up the team to polish it, design decisions and gameplay design as well has find out what tips he'd give to new players.

There are also a few secrets and easter eggs hidden in the game as well, so learn where you should keep an eye out!

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