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MarkHulka
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Joined: 13 Oct 2003
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 Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 1:22 pm Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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I’ve got exciting news for the Links Community! Hot on the heels of the successful Tex Murphy Kickstarter campaign, TruGolf, the original development team for LINKS, wants to do one for a new golf game! The Tex Murphy Kickstarter raised over $600,000 and the goal for this one is $300,000 to 400,000.
The new golf game will support the popular devices including PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad or Android. The golf software will be a new version of the E6 golf engine which is used in simulators throughout the world. They also want to introduce an additional way to play the game. TruGolf has miniaturized their life size golf simulator down to the size of a credit card which connects to your device via Bluetooth. With this "pocket simulator" you'll be able to shape your shots(draw, fade, hook, slice) the same way you could on a full size simulator. Supporting 4 different club types, with the wave of your hand you can drive 300 yards on Castle Pines or chip your way out of a deep bunker on St Andrews.
The goal here is to go back to simplicity and allow you to play with the true feel and mechanics of real golf. This is a true simulator that not only models accurate fundamentals but is really fun to play. The graphics are so stunning it's like enjoying the splendor of being on the course in the early morning playing golf. The only thing missing is the smell of fresh cut grass.
If you haven’t heard of Kickstarter it’s a “crowd funding” web site that lets you pre-order the game before it’s been developed by making a pledge. A funding goal is set over a certain time frame - usually around 30 days. If the goal is met your pledge is collected at the end of the campaign. If the goal is not met, you don’t pay anything and the project gets scrapped.
TruGolf is trying to get the word out to see if anyone is interested in joining a Kickstarter for this golf game. Show them your support by signing this petition:
http://www.change.org/petitions/trugolf-start-a-kickstart-campaign-for-a-new-golf-game
This is just to gauge interest to see if it's worth it for TruGolf to look at building a new golf game. So if you're interested in seeing something new sign the petition!
Mark
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MarkHulka
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| Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 1:25 pm Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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btw, two things that I know for sure.
1. You will be able to play without the "pocket simulator" just as you do now.
2. I don't know anything else. I was asked if I could put the word out to see how much interest there is in a new version of "Links".
Also, feel free to repost and spread the word.
Mark
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pmgolf
Joined: 04 Apr 2010
Posts: 66
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Richmond, VA
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| Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 3:06 pm Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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Mark - when you know more, please post it. 4 different club types? Woods, Irons, Chips and Putts? Wave your hand?
Worth signing up just to find out more.
Pete
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Acrilix
Joined: 14 Sep 2006
Posts: 1567
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Bedford, UK
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Mod 1.07 - Pro powerstroke - Middle tees - No top cam - No grid
APCD Designer - Margaret's Bay, Ackerton Cross G.C., The Dustin Trophy Par 3 Challenge, Battley Peak, Anakena Beach
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Jerry Garlisch
Links Corner Staff
Joined: 01 Nov 2003
Posts: 2562
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Elizabethtown, KY 42701-4669
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| Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 4:33 pm Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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WOW!!! If we can play this on our computers like we play Links I will support it. IF Links courses can be ported to the new format fairly easily. I do not want to lose all of the great courses our designers have created for us.
Jerry
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After my posted reservations and then reading more info on LC and apcd.com I have Signed the site. Specially since it does not yet require a monetary value support.
There are 23 of 100 so far. Lets support it to get to 100 and see where it goes from there. I do NOT want this possibility to die for lack of support.
Jerry
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God grant me the SERENITY to accept the shots I miss, the COURAGE to never give up
and the WISDOM not to throw away my clubs in the water.
It’s GOOD to Play Links
KISS Tours www.kisstours.com
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MarkHulka
Forum Moderator
Joined: 13 Oct 2003
Posts: 534
Location
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| Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 5:01 pm Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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| Jerry Garlisch wrote: |
WOW!!! If we can play this on our computers like we play Links I will support it. IF Links courses can be ported to the new format fairly easily. I do not want to lose all of the great courses our designers have created for us.
Jerry
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After my posted reservations and then reading more info on LC and apcd.com I have Signed the site. Specially since it does not yet require a monetary value support.
There are 23 of 100 so far. Lets support it to get to 100 and see where it goes from there. I do NOT want this possibility to die for lack of support.
Jerry |
Thanks Jerry! And you are correct this petition is something I started just to see if there is an interest out there. There is no obligation. Once we've found that a LOT of poeple want a new golf game then TruGolf begin a Kickstarter campaign to raise the money.
Mark
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guitarzan
Joined: 20 Jan 2004
Posts: 290
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London,Ontario
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| Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 6:15 pm Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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You got my autograph. Here's hoping things come to fruition!
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P_Walker
Joined: 15 Jun 2005
Posts: 22
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Fruitland, MD USA
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| Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 6:54 pm Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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Signed as well.
Peter
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tim stewart
Joined: 05 Nov 2003
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Lancashire. England.
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| Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 7:17 pm Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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you have mine too 
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grandpabruce
Joined: 25 Mar 2004
Posts: 1632
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Northern Minnesota
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| Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 8:35 pm Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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Mine also. It's up to 39 now.
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Life is good!
GrandpaBruce
Vietnam Vet - 1970 - 1971 |
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Bluenoser
Joined: 29 Apr 2004
Posts: 934
Location
Dartmouth, NS
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| Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 10:12 pm Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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44 at 19:12 AST
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| It's not about winning, it's about having fun! |
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Scotty
Links Corner Admin
Joined: 04 Aug 2003
Posts: 2081
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Blackman Twp., Michigan, USA
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| Posted: Fri Jun 29, 2012 11:51 pm Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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Signed as #52.
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 Larry "Axe" Keezer aka Sgt. Sneaky Bastage 
Farewell My Friend. You Will Always Be In My Thoughts. |
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Shagboy
Joined: 05 Dec 2003
Posts: 47
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Door County Wisconsin
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| Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 2:12 am Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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Number 56 for me!
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KenR
Joined: 15 Jan 2004
Posts: 196
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| Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 2:55 am Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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Signed! No. 58
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MERACE
Joined: 03 Nov 2003
Posts: 233
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| Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 3:47 am Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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Signed as #59.
I'm also promoting this petition on other gaming forums.
-MERACE
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djwintz
Joined: 29 Aug 2004
Posts: 340
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B.C. Canada
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| Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 4:27 am Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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61 here
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jasonanne
Joined: 15 Jan 2006
Posts: 1418
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| Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 4:54 am Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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62 for me!!!
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Cheer Jason
Real golfers don't cry when they line up their fourth putt. - Anon
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Latsop
Joined: 28 Sep 2004
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| Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 5:08 am Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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65... 
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drgnslyr22178
Joined: 04 Nov 2003
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Lakewood, CO
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| Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 5:32 am Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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66
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loner
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| Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2012 6:20 am Post subject: New Golf Game Possibility? |
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68 now!
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