Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #4133 in Computer & Video Games
• Brand: Electronic Arts
• Released on: 2006-09-22
• Rating: Parental Guidance
• Platform: PlayStation2

Amazon.co.uk Review:
In a nutshell:
Tiger Woods returns and in better form than his recent Ryder Cup letdown, with a whole host of refinements and additions (and the odd subtraction) to the winning PGA Tour formula.

The lowdown:
The problem with updating a golf game every year is that, unlike most other sports, nothing much changes in terms of players or courses. Despite that, this update tries its best with new courses, new golfers, an expanded online mode and an even better create-a-golfer mode. The only downside to all this is that the main "Rivals" single player mode from last year’s game has gone, replaced with the inferior "Team Tour" mode. It doesn’t affect the selection of other modes though, including new options "Elimination" and "OneBall" and the four player "Bloodsome and Greensome". It may not reinvent the wheel but it does at least add some very welcome decoration to it - and thankfully not in the style of most golf clothing.

Most exciting moment:
The best bit about PGA Tour is still its simple and accessible controls. There are two main controls, the first uses the left analogue stick to swing and set the power and the right aims where you hit the ball. The alternative control places the hook and slice on the right stick, if that’s how you prefer it.

Since you ask:
The Xbox 360 version of the game became infamous as the first game to allow you to unlock the extra features by paying money via micro-transactions on Xbox Live Marketplace. You can, however, still unlock them the honest way on all the different versions.

The bottom line:
A minor update to the world’s favourite golf game. -HARRISON DENT

Manufacturer's Description
Earn respect and climb the ranks with Team Play in Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 07. The top-selling golf video game franchise is packed with new content, including 21 new courses and 50 golfers. In all-new Team Tour mode, assemble a team, improve team status, establish rivalries, and compete for the coveted EA Cup as you chase down Tiger Woods and company.

All-New Team Tour Mode
Team Tiger is on the prowl and it's up to you to take it down. After crafting your skills, assembling your team, and challenging the top squads in a variety of game modes, set your sights on a showdown against Tiger Woods and his team of championship golfers.

The Most PGA TOUR Players
Featuring 21 of the world's top players including Tiger Woods, John Daly, Vijay Singh, and Annika Sorenstam, the most decorated golfer on the LPGA TOUR.

21 Championship and Fantasy Courses
New PGA TOUR licensed courses include The Four Seasons Resort Aviara, The Ocean Course at Kiawah Island, Riviera Country Club, The National, and The K Club, home of The Ryder Cup 2006.

Game Face Facelift
The innovative character creation tool is revamped with deeper modifications, more apparel, equipment licenses, and specialty items.

Become the World's Best
On the PlayStation2 computer entertainment system or Xbox Live, challenge up to three players in online* tournaments complete with full stat tracking, league leaders, and more.

All-New ESPN Integration
Get the latest sports updates and breaking news from the always-on ESPN ticker, ESPN Radio updates, and ESPNEWS.

Refined Swing Types
The dual analogue swing system has been refined to make the quest for the perfect shot just a little tougher. Choose from a Classic swing style featuring the Shape Stick, or the Standard style, which allows you to swing and putt with the left analogue stick.

Golf's Best Commentators
The announcing dream team of David Feherty and Gary McCord provide commentary and irreverent observations during every round.

More Mini-Game Challenges
Work on your game or take on a friend with Elimination Mode, Battle Golf, One-Ball, and more.

Improved Sound
Players hear the crowd just like Tiger Woods does on Championship Sunday. Crowds cheer and jeer in surround sound based on your performance.

Customer Reviews

More of a Monty than a Tiger
I got this game last week, and firstly, I have to say it is the best golf game I have ever played.

There are plenty of options, courses and players to use - and I have already noticed a challenging, but not too difficult learning curve.

There are a few small niggles - it is taking a long time to get my created player up to scratch to play on the PGA Tour mode. I am doing this in the new 'Team Tour' mode, which is quite fun - but it doesn't give you the thrill of being 3 shots down at the beginning of the final round at Pebble Beach.

Also, the camera angle of the ball approaching the green can be a little awkward and that makes it difficult for judging whether or no you need back spin.

All in all, the game is far from perfect - however it is a very, very good game.

Now, EA - please can we have a Ryder Cup mode?!

buy 2005 or 2006 instead
more courses this year and better ones.there are far too many niggling problems with this game,some that existed in previous years but some new ones too. the power boost works only very occasionaly,the commentary is all over the place,the invisible crowd whooping is very aggrevating,all computer opponents even at 100% AI are useless,no visible increase in graphic quality since 2005 makes this game feel like a lazy rehashed version of other years.to be honest it is very playable for any fan of this series but be prepared to be disappointed,basically reasonable but should have been better.

Please try harder, EA
Having bought Tiger Woods 2004 and 2005, I read several reviews before giving 2006 a miss.
How good is 2007? My major gripe is the inclusion of courses from the 2004 game(Predator and Highland) and 2005(Pebble Beach and others) whereas the most interesting fantasy courses of 2005(Greek Ruins and Paradise Cove) have been omitted. Gone are the scenario challenges in addition.
The commentary is both inaccurate and lazy since much of the commentary is a repeat of previous editions.
The inability to edit the annoying crowd member who shouts"get in the hole" at every opportunity is also somewhat tiresome after a while.
whilst this is the best golf game around , one feels that EASports have become a tiny bit complacent. My advice: don't pay more than £25