Item: Par 1 Golf 6
Rating: 70
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

70/100

Par 1 Golf is a minimalist arcade take on the classic sport that leans into frustration as a primary mechanic—in a good way. The premise is simple: 18 holes and 18 lives. If you don't make it in one shot, you lose a life. This creates a high-stakes 'puzzler' feel where you have to learn the exact trajectory and power needed for every green. It’s very much a 'just one more try' kind of game.

The controls are purely drag-and-release, making it accessible but difficult to master due to the course layouts. It doesn't have the bells and whistles of a 3D golf simulator, but its clean presentation and lightweight size (just 12MB!) make it a great 'bus-stop' game. It won't replace a full-featured sports game, but for those who enjoy challenging their own high scores and precision, it's a solid little title.

Reviewed on: Mon Feb 02 2026

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. Par 1 Golf 6 is the kind of game that would have been a decent free Flash game in 2004. Now, it’s just another piece of clutter. The 2D 'physics' are incredibly inconsistent—sometimes the ball flies like a bird, other times it hits a slope and dies instantly. The '18 lives for 18 holes' gimmick is just artificial difficulty meant to frustrate you into a restart. It's minimal to the point of being lazy. I’m 40; I’ve played real golf and I’ve played good golf games. This isn't either. It's a chore dressed up in low-res graphics.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Small file size
No data collection

Frustratingly inconsistent physics
Extremely barebones presentation
Zero replay value once beaten

Technical Report

Performance: Very lightweight; no lag. Physics are handled locally and poorly.

Accessibility:

Audience Fit

Buy if: You have 10 minutes to kill and a high tolerance for frustration.

Skip if: You want a golf game with depth or predictable mechanics.

Similar Games:

Desert Golfing
Super Stickman Golf

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old expert gamer, conservative and hyper-critical
Hardware: iPhone 13
Playtime: 1 hours
Status: Gave up at hole 12

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1551375836

$0.99 4+★5 1 reviews

Author : Anthony Hindle

Pubish Date : Sat Jan 30 2021

Last Update Date : Mon Feb 01 2021

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 2Mon Feb 01 2021

Update 2.0 minor bug fix
18 holes, 18 lives, its you against the 2d golf course in Par One Golf 6! To line up your shot, touch the golf ball and drag back then release to shoot. Learn the tricks and beat the golf course. The sixth installment of Par One Golf will challenge you and frustrate you just like real GOLF!
Requires iOS 12.1 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
18 holes, 18 lives, its you against the 2d golf course in Par One Golf 6! To line up your shot, touch the golf ball and drag back then release to shoot. Learn the tricks and beat the golf course. The sixth installment of Par One Golf will challenge you and frustrate you just like real GOLF!

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5 with 1 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Par 1 Golf is a minimalist sports game that challenges your precision and patience. The goal is to complete 18 holes with only 18 lives available—meaning you essentially need to par every hole in a single shot. With simple touch-and-drag controls, you must navigate increasingly complex greens and hazards. It’s a frustratingly addictive experience designed to test your mastery of the course.

Features

Addictive 18-hole challenge

Simple drag-and-release mechanics

High-stakes 'lives' system

Minimalist, distraction-free design

Tips

Conserving Your Lives

On the later, more hilly holes, don't rush your shot. Pay close attention to the slopes of the green, as the ball physics are quite sensitive to gravity and momentum.