Neo Turf Masters
Neo Turf Masters is an arcade golf game developed by Nazca and published by SNK for the Neo Geo in 1996. It offers six golfers with different strengths and four fictional courses set in the United States, Japan, Australia and Germany. The swing system is quick to learn, so rounds move at a brisk pace, while wind and tricky course layouts keep it challenging. Stroke play is available for one or two players, and match play for two.
Controls
What Neo Turf Masters is
Nazca was the small studio that also created Metal Slug, and Neo Turf Masters came out the same year. Rather than trying to simulate golf in detail, it aims for fast arcade rounds with bright, clear presentation.
The swing uses one press to set power and a second to set the height of the shot. Hook and slice are chosen with separate buttons before you swing. Because the controls are easy, the difficulty comes from reading the wind, choosing the right club and handling courses that punish misjudged shots.
How it plays in your browser
This page emulates the original Neo Geo release, so the courses, golfers and commentary are the same as the arcade game. It loads in the browser with nothing to install.
Golf suits keyboard play well, since precise timing matters more than quick movement. A friend can join for stroke play or head-to-head match play.
Tips worth knowing
- Check the wind speed and direction before every shot, and aim to the side to compensate on long drives.
- Try each golfer in practice rounds. Some hit much further, while others are more accurate, and the right choice depends on the course.
- Use hook or slice to bend shots around trees and doglegs instead of always playing straight.
- Pay attention to the shot height setting. A low shot runs further along the fairway, while a high one stops more quickly on the green.
- On the green, read the slope before putting, as a well-judged putt matters as much as a long drive.
Frequently asked questions
Who made Neo Turf Masters?
Nazca developed Neo Turf Masters and SNK published it for the Neo Geo in 1996.
How many courses are in Neo Turf Masters?
There are four courses, set in the United States, Japan, Australia and Germany.
Can two players play Neo Turf Masters?
Yes. Stroke play supports one or two players, and match play is for two players.
Is Neo Turf Masters the same as Big Tournament Golf?
Yes, Big Tournament Golf is the name used for the game in Japan.
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