Simple and satisfying! Enjoy a quick golf game anytime, anywhere with "Anytime GOLF" (Start Today: Apple Arcade #51)
Note: the original Japanese article can be found at:
https://www.4gamer.net/games/954/G095473/20251023044/
Writer: Rui Hama | 2025/10/23 22:00 (UTC)
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Apple Arcade is a subscription gaming service provided by Apple for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Apple Vision at ¥900 per month (tax included) or ¥6,000 per year (tax included).
In this series, we introduce titles selected by 4Gamer from the current lineup of over 200 games that can be played without ads or in-app purchases.
This 51st installment features “Whenever GOLF,” a golf game developed by Claphanz.
“Whenever GOLF”
Release Date: April 2, 2021
Publisher: Claphanz
Developer: Claphanz
Supported Devices: iPhone / iPad / iPod touch / Mac / Apple TV / Apple Vision
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Recommended Features
- Nine-hole golf with a different character for each hole, featuring nine characters total
- Each round takes about five minutes—quick and satisfying gameplay
- Numerous characters to develop with high motivation
Official Website for “Whenever GOLF”
Download Page for “Whenever GOLF”
While actual sports can be time-consuming, sports games allow you to experience the thrill with just a fingertip. The golf genre in particular has seen many popular titles over the years.
Apple Arcade features several golf games, but one that truly deserves to be played “starting today” is the game we’re introducing here: Whenever GOLF.
The most distinctive feature of this game is its “nine-player golf” format, where nine different characters take turns playing each hole.
It may sound confusing at first, but you select nine characters in advance and rotate them through each hole during your round.
While unconventional for golf, this rule greatly enhances the fun.
Choose nine characters to form your team. Select players suited to specific holes—such as a long-hitter on long holes—to maximize performance Image Gallery No.003 thumbnail / Simple and satisfying! The golf game you can enjoy anytime, anywhere: “Whenever GOLF” (Start Today with Apple Arcade #51) Image Gallery No.004 thumbnail / Simple and satisfying! The golf game you can enjoy anytime, anywhere: “Whenever GOLF” (Start Today with Apple Arcade #51)
Over 30 unique characters are available. One of the joys is nurturing your favorite character Image Gallery No.005 thumbnail / Simple and satisfying! The golf game you can enjoy anytime, anywhere: “Whenever GOLF” (Start Today with Apple Arcade #51)
Another highlight of the game is character acquisition and development. In the main Tour Mode, winning rounds unlocks new courses and characters. Additionally, you earn experience points after each round to level up your characters, ensuring a constant sense of progression.
Join various matches appearing on the map. Once you accumulate enough stars from victories, bosses will appear Image Gallery No.006 thumbnail / Simple and satisfying! The golf game you can enjoy anytime, anywhere: “Whenever GOLF” (Start Today with Apple Arcade #51)
By advancing in rank and defeating bosses, you can unlock new characters and new courses. Higher ranks bring more challenging course layouts Image Gallery No.007 thumbnail / Simple and satisfying! The golf game you can enjoy anytime, anywhere: “Whenever GOLF” (Start Today with Apple Arcade #51)
Additionally, while each character has a level cap, you can unlock higher levels by obtaining costumes in Tour Mode or Score Attack Mode. This allows for greater stat growth and keeps the gameplay engaging and motivating—creating a positive upward spiral.
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The game also features strong multiplayer elements. You can compete in real time with players from remote locations online, and there’s a world championship mode where you race against other players’ rankings over a set period. Additionally, multiple players can gather their smartphones or pass around one device to play cooperatively.
Main menu: A wide variety of modes are available—from single-player games to various multiplayer options and practice sessions Image Gallery No.010 thumbnail / Simple and satisfying! The golf game you can enjoy anytime, anywhere: “Whenever GOLF” (Start Today with Apple Arcade #51)
Fundamentally, the core golf gameplay is fast-paced and smooth—there’s nothing to complain about. Particularly, the “flick shot” system, which lets you control the game with just one finger, intuitively allows for slicing or backspin shots, making it highly comfortable.
You can also use an external gamepad or choose a three-press input method like in traditional golf games—making it easy for players accustomed to console golf titles to jump right in.
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Although released in 2021, this game has been improved through multiple updates to enhance both ease of play and depth. It offers various enjoyable approaches centered around the theme of golf. As previously mentioned, it’s truly a title you should start playing “today.”
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Official Website for “Whenever GOLF”
Download Page for “Whenever GOLF”
Apple Arcade: ¥900 per month (tax included) / ¥6,000 per year (tax included)
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