Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 12: The Masters

by Electronic Arts

• For the first time ever in Tiger Woods PGA TOUR franchise history, players will now be able to compete at Augusta National Golf Club.
• Relive and play through memorable, historic moments of the Masters. Take the challenge and see where you measure up against the greats who have played in this legendary tournament.
• Jim Nantz teams up with David Feherty to lead the all-new broadcast presentation package and provide the play-by-play of each swing.
• Play like a true pro with a caddie alongside, assisting and supporting your every swing. The caddie will evaluate all pre-shot factors, such as wind, lie, and yardage, to provide a recommended shot.
• Jump into the family-fun mode of mini-golf. Designed to promote golfer balance, players can earn "Balance Points" in Arcade Mode to activate a power shot or jump into Pro Mode for realistic golf experience.

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B003O6E6CA
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches ; 3.2 ounces
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: March 29, 2011
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (85 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,148 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #2 in Video Games > Wii > Games > Sports > Golf
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Platform: Nintendo Wii | Edition: Standard

Amazon.com

Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters is a multiplayer golf game for Wii that allows players to step into the shoes of some of the greatest pro golfers on the PGA tour as they go for the ultimate prize in the sport, the Masters title. Play championship courses like Augusta National Golf Club. Rely on the advice of your trusted caddie. Relive memorable Masters moments and climb in the PGA ranks in your quest for the legendary green jacket. Additional features include: mini-golf fun, commentary by Jim Nantz and David Feherty, 4-player support online and offline, top talent golfers from the tour, Balance Board support and more.

The Quest for the Green Jacket Begins

Winning the Masters Tournament represents one of the sport's greatest accomplishments. Now for the first time in franchise history you too can take part in golf's annual springtime tradition at Augusta National by competing against the world's best for the legendary green jacket. Start your journey down the "Road to the Masters" with Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters. Rely on the advice of your caddie to strategize and focus your game while feeling the intensity of the PGA TOUR season. Your career begins on the amateur tour and work your way through the Nationwide Tour, Q-School, and finally, the PGA TOUR. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters has something for every golf fan and is the must-have title this year.

Hit the links in Augusta in for golf's greatest prize.
View larger.

Key Game Features

• Play the Hallowed Grounds of Augusta National Golf Club – For the first time ever in Tiger Woods PGA Tour franchise history, players will now be able to compete at Augusta National Golf Club. Experience the historic holes that comprise Amen Corner and make a run at capturing the distinctive Green Jacket.
• Masters Moments – Relive and play through memorable, historic moments of the Masters. Take the challenge and see where you measure up against the greats who have played in this legendary tournament.
• The Caddie Experience – Play like a true pro with a caddie alongside, assisting and supporting your every swing. The caddie will evaluate all pre-shot factors, such as wind, lie, and yardage, to provide a recommended shot. As your caddie's knowledge of each course increases, he will level up through "Course Mastery," making him even more valuable to your success.
• Climb the World Ranking – Feel the pressure of an all-important putt while working your way through the amateur tour, the Nationwide Tour and Q-School. Perform well enough to earn a spot on the PGA Tour. In Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 12: The Masters, the all-new career mode closely mirrors the real-life journey of an amateur golfer as they strive to make it onto the PGA Tour.
• Stay in Balance – For the first time, get into a stance utilizing Wii Balance Board gameplay integration. Designed to promote golfer balance, players can earn "Balance Points" in Arcade Mode to activate a power shot or jump into Pro Mode for the most realistic golf experience possible.
• All-New Commentary Team – Jim Nantz teams up with David Feherty to lead the all-new broadcast presentation package and provide the play-by-play of each swing.
• The Best Golfers in the World - Hit the links as the top talent in golf, including PGA TOUR Rookie of the Year Rickie Fowler, past Masters champion Zach Johnson, Ryder Cup participant Bubba Watson, and many more.
• Mini-Golf - If you're ready to take a break from grinding on the tough courses, jump into the family-fun mode of mini-golf. This year's game has five courses, including a new Boardwalk style layout.

Additional Screenshots

The best championship courses. View larger.

True caddie experience. View larger.

An all-new career mode. View larger.

Clear objectives in-game. View larger.

Product Description

Start your journey down the "Road to the Masters" with Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 12: The Masters. Embark on the "Road to the Masters" as your career begins on the amateur tour and work your way through Q School, Nationwide Tour, and finally, the PGA TOUR. If you need a break from the grind of tournament action, play a round of mini-golf on one of five fun-filled layouts. Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 12: The Masters has something for every golf fan and is the must-have title this year!

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

40 of 43 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars SO MUCH AWESOMENESS - IT JUST GOTTA HAVE TigerBlood IN IT! March 31, 2011

By NeuroSplicer TOP 500 REVIEWER

Platform for Display:Nintendo Wii|Edition:Standard

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

When I was a university student I remember virtual reality Golf parlors to be the latest fad. So, during their lunch hour, executives would swing their irons in front of projection screens in order for them to improve their weekend play. Now, more than a decade later, the same experience can be reproduced in our living room.

FINALLY, A SHOT AT THE COVETED GREEN JACKET!
The game includes numerous golf courses, including (finally) the... sanctum sanctorum, the Augusta National Golf Club, where The Masters take place.
Appropriately, the career mod has been renamed "The Road to the Masters". You start low, aiming high and by either the hard way (working your way up the Amateur ladder) or the shortcut (duplicating 3 -out of possible 9- of either Tiger Woods's or Jacks Nicklaus' Moments) you can get invited to The Masters.
Once you get there though, will you be good enough to be fitted with the Green Jacket?

IT IS NOT REALLY A GOLF GAME WITHOUT A CADDIE, IS IT?
A caddie is much more than a golf-club carrier. He or she is actually a teammate and that is why a good caddie will make the difference between winning and losing.
You can option out of the caddie advice on clubs, power and path to follow - but I would not advise it, at least not for beginners.

HAVE Balance Board WILL GOLF BETTER
Now that both the Xbox and the PS3 have their own versions of the Wii remote (whereas, at the same time, enjoy higher resolution graphics), why should one buy this game on the Wii?
Well, for two reasons. First, the Wii version of the game comes with 25 courses (almost twice as many as in the Xbox/PS3 versions) as the Wii, thankfully, is not DLC-friendly. And if that were not important enough, the Wii has a clear edge when it comes to the actual gameplay as well: standing on the Balance Board will check (and correct) your swinging posture!
Keeping your eyes on the (imaginary) ball and then swinging your MotionPlus! remote works like a charm - once you get the hang of the physical movement/on screen mechanics.
Now, you could play the game from your couch (by attaching the nunchuck extension), but I think that misses the whole point of a golf simulator, does it not?

PRESSED FOR TIME? TRY ONE OF THE MINI GAMES!
Tired of the pressure of getting invited to the Masters? Not to worry, the game includes a number of fun mini-games, such as Mini Golf, Disc/Frisbee Golf, Practice Facility and Golf Party.

Overall, this is a great Golfing game, a game that fits the Wii capabilities like a glove and one I greatly enjoyed!

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

20 of 22 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Version of Tiger Woods PGA TOUR Yet!! March 29, 2011

By Malroth the Destroyer

Platform for Display:Nintendo Wii|Edition:Standard

Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

This game is truly epic. Realizing that I will likely never have a chance play the real Augusta National course, I am in love with the fact that I can play and replay the home of the Masters Tournament as much as I like. I am also digging the new career mode as now you start out as an amateur golfer, make your way through the Nationwide tour before actually getting to the PGA Tour. Should really deliver a sense of accomplishment. I wasn't sure I'd like the new caddie they have included, but I am really liking it after playing a couple of rounds. I played the game off and on for years and I never really though of using draw and fade or even spin but after seeing the caddie recommendations you can't help but use it and it's only benefited my game...especially when I hit custom shots. A++ EA. Good work on this game. I will totally get my money's worth.

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful

2.0 out of 5 stars fun.. but unless you pony up the dough, it's limited March 17, 2012

By Stephen Smith

Platform for Display:Nintendo Wii|Edition:Standard

Fun: 3.0 out of 5 stars   

I'm an old floger from way back. What I dig is the programmers and how beautifully they've achieve simulation... winds, etc. BUT... you can play from now until doomsday, and unless you pony up money, periodically, you are stuck in a rut, having to hustle up games, and can't play in the higher levels (unless, again, you open your wallet). What ever happened to video games where, when you bought the thing, you got the thing... the whole thing, and nothing but the thing, so help me your Honor.

If you've got a lot of spare bucks lying around, buy the game. You can afford the caste system of EA. They should be ashamed of themselves in the corporate office.