Hot Shots Golf (5) Out Of Bounds – s3D and PlayStation Move Support Coming - Blu-ray Forum

zak88lx · 12-06-2007, 05:55 AM

Does anyone know when this game will be released in North America?
I know it's already out in Japan but I'm waiting for the English version.

Hot Shots Golf Fore (4) is my all time favorite for the PS2 and I can only imagine how great 5 will be on the PS3.

Thanks,
Zak

Shin-Ra · 12-06-2007, 06:19 AM

The only clue I've found is that there's meant to be a demo on the Euro store this month.

Evashun · 12-06-2007, 07:12 AM

Hot Shots Golf 5 release date is TBA 2008, but expect it during the first half of the year since it was already released in Japan.

Amon37 · 12-06-2007, 01:00 PM

I'm surprised it wasn't released this month or next. I've been looking forward to it for a while and it's been out in Japan long enough that I think they could have localized it by now.

tiger roach · 12-06-2007, 01:25 PM

Has anyone played both and can compare the Hot Shots franchise to Tiger Woods PGA tour?

I love my golf games and wouldn't mind being able to tell EA Sports to bugger off.

damandan05 · 12-06-2007, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by tiger roach

Has anyone played both and can compare the Hot Shots franchise to Tiger Woods PGA tour?

I love my golf games and wouldn't mind being able to tell EA Sports to bugger off.

It's more of a comical relief, arcade like golf game versus a sim game like TW. With that being sad this game is more fun to me, and I love TW.

zak88lx · 12-06-2007, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by tiger roach

Has anyone played both and can compare the Hot Shots franchise to Tiger Woods PGA tour?

I love my golf games and wouldn't mind being able to tell EA Sports to bugger off.

I have played both TW 07 and HSG 4.
The realistic graphics and feel of Tiger Woods are good but it does not hold my attention span for very long.
I have put maybe 6 hours into Tiger Woods 07 and probably 90+ hours into Hot Shots 4.

Even with the new PS3 I still spend a lot of time on my PS2 playing this game.

Zak

aoray · 12-07-2007, 06:59 AM

I've had the Japanese version for a while now. Love the whole series and this one is no exception. Kind of disappointed that there weren't more characters though. I was going to wait for the US release but I like the Japanese voice acting better

zak88lx · 12-07-2007, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by aoray

I've had the Japanese version for a while now. Love the whole series and this one is no exception. Kind of disappointed that there weren't more characters though. I was going to wait for the US release but I like the Japanese voice acting better

I noticed on the promotional video that they seem to have some English in the Japanese version?
I remember seeing words like Birdie and Par in both English and Japanese.

Is this game still playable by a person who can't read or speak Japanese?

Thanks,
Zak

aoray · 12-08-2007, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by zak88lx

I noticed on the promotional video that they seem to have some English in the Japanese version?
I remember seeing words like Birdie and Par in both English and Japanese.

Is this game still playable by a person who can't read or speak Japanese?

Thanks,
Zak

Hi Zak,
With actual game play, not knowing Japanese won't make a difference. You can definitely still enjoy the game, especially if you're already familiar with the Hot Shots Golf style of play - everything remains the same. Of course, you might have a little trouble in the beginning navigating the menus because they're all in Japanese and you won't be able to understand little tips here and there as well as character stats.

I'm Japanese so those things make no difference to me, but if you're wanting to fully enjoy the game by reading/understanding everything the game has, you might want to wait for the US release. Also, if you do get the Japanese version, you probably won't be able to play online with US players, unless they merge servers like they did in Resistance. So if those things don't bother you and you just want to play some fun golf and can't wait, I'd go ahead and pick up the Japanese version. I bought mine on eBay brand new for only $47 shipped, which I was surprised at since games are usually $60+.

Toshi

zak88lx · 12-08-2007, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by aoray

Hi Zak,
With actual game play, not knowing Japanese won't make a difference. You can definitely still enjoy the game, especially if you're already familiar with the Hot Shots Golf style of play - everything remains the same. Of course, you might have a little trouble in the beginning navigating the menus because they're all in Japanese and you won't be able to understand little tips here and there as well as character stats.

I'm Japanese so those things make no difference to me, but if you're wanting to fully enjoy the game by reading/understanding everything the game has, you might want to wait for the US release. Also, if you do get the Japanese version, you probably won't be able to play online with US players, unless they merge servers like they did in Resistance. So if those things don't bother you and you just want to play some fun golf and can't wait, I'd go ahead and pick up the Japanese version. I bought mine on eBay brand new for only $47 shipped, which I was surprised at since games are usually $60+.

Toshi

Thanks for the reply Toshi!

I think I will wait for the US release but I can hardly wait after seeing the beautiful promo video.
Do you know if any playstation stores have a downloadable demo?
I found the video in Japanese store.

Thanks,
Zak

aoray · 12-08-2007, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by zak88lx

Thanks for the reply Toshi!

I think I will wait for the US release but I can hardly wait after seeing the beautiful promo video.
Do you know if any playstation stores have a downloadable demo?
I found the video in Japanese store.

Thanks,
Zak

I'm sure you'll love it since you already loved part four of the series. Beautiful visuals and great sound

I know that my PS3 that's upstairs has the demo (my brother downloaded it), so it should be available on the Japanese PSN store.

Shin-Ra · 12-08-2007, 09:46 PM

The Japanese demo was only available for a limited period of time.

Copywriter · 12-08-2007, 10:14 PM

Can't wait. I love golf, but TW has run its course.

I really don't need a golf game centered around a golfer. Give me fun.

jnm422 · 12-08-2007, 10:38 PM

This game has been delayed a couple times. I've been watching this because I too, want it. I've seen a few release dates and then they got pushed back. This TBA 2008 is kind of annoying. It's amazing how they keep delaying it considering how long it's been released in Japan. Also, ign.com doesn't have squat for information either.

Shin-Ra · 12-08-2007, 10:56 PM

As far as I can tell no release date has been announced for it to be delayed from.

Shin-Ra · 12-11-2007, 04:34 PM

March 2008!

MacDaddyOJack · 12-11-2007, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Shin-Ra

March 2008!

I can't access that site at work, but I'll take your word for it. You don't seem like a troll to me

I can't wait for this game, although its gonna be hard to beat mario golf for the gamecube!

JakeNRoland · 12-11-2007, 04:59 PM

Mario Gold is indeed pretty awesome. But I'm hoping this is going to be cool too. It seems pretty popular in Japan. I'm looking forward to this one.

ADRiiAN` · 01-09-2008, 04:20 AM

Gorgeous pictures.
This was one of my fav. on PS1, didn't really get into it that much on PS2 but PS3 looks great !

12-06-2007, 05:55 AM	#1
zak88lx Active Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Calgary, AB 4K collection:2 Blu-ray collection:768 Blu-ray reviews:2	Hot Shots Golf (5) Out Of Bounds – s3D and PlayStation Move Support Coming Does anyone know when this game will be released in North America? I know it's already out in Japan but I'm waiting for the English version. Hot Shots Golf Fore (4) is my all time favorite for the PS2 and I can only imagine how great 5 will be on the PS3. Thanks, Zak Last edited by Shin-Ra; 08-10-2008 at 01:37 AM. Reason: added boxart

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12-06-2007, 06:19 AM	#2
Shin-Ra Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Feb 2007 Blu-ray collection:5 Trading Score:1	The only clue I've found is that there's meant to be a demo on the Euro store this month.

12-06-2007, 07:12 AM	#3
Evashun Member Member since:Aug 2007	Hot Shots Golf 5 release date is TBA 2008, but expect it during the first half of the year since it was already released in Japan.

12-06-2007, 01:00 PM	#4
Amon37 Power Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:USA,Arizona PSNetwork: Amon37	I'm surprised it wasn't released this month or next. I've been looking forward to it for a while and it's been out in Japan long enough that I think they could have localized it by now.

12-06-2007, 01:25 PM	#5
tiger roach Special Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Houston, TX Blu-ray collection:141 Blu-ray reviews:1	Has anyone played both and can compare the Hot Shots franchise to Tiger Woods PGA tour? I love my golf games and wouldn't mind being able to tell EA Sports to bugger off.

12-07-2007, 06:59 AM	#8
aoray Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:San Francisco Home Theater Gallery:18 Blu-ray collection:142 Blu-ray reviews: 3	I've had the Japanese version for a while now. Love the whole series and this one is no exception. Kind of disappointed that there weren't more characters though. I was going to wait for the US release but I like the Japanese voice acting better

12-08-2007, 09:46 PM	#13
Shin-Ra Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Feb 2007 Blu-ray collection:5 Trading Score:1	The Japanese demo was only available for a limited period of time.

12-08-2007, 10:14 PM	#14
Copywriter Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Sep 2007 Location:Vegas Baby, Vegas	Can't wait. I love golf, but TW has run its course. I really don't need a golf game centered around a golfer. Give me fun.

12-08-2007, 10:38 PM	#15
jnm422 Active Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Montgomery Village, MD Blu-ray collection:57	This game has been delayed a couple times. I've been watching this because I too, want it. I've seen a few release dates and then they got pushed back. This TBA 2008 is kind of annoying. It's amazing how they keep delaying it considering how long it's been released in Japan. Also, ign.com doesn't have squat for information either.

12-08-2007, 10:56 PM	#16
Shin-Ra Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Feb 2007 Blu-ray collection:5 Trading Score:1	As far as I can tell no release date has been announced for it to be delayed from.

12-11-2007, 04:34 PM	#17
Shin-Ra Super Moderator Top contributor Member since:Feb 2007 Blu-ray collection:5 Trading Score:1	March 2008!

12-11-2007, 04:59 PM	#19
JakeNRoland Expert Member Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Bay Area, CA	Mario Gold is indeed pretty awesome. But I'm hoping this is going to be cool too. It seems pretty popular in Japan. I'm looking forward to this one.

01-09-2008, 04:20 AM	#20
ADRiiAN` Special Member Member since:Nov 2007 Location:Toronto Blu-ray collection:113	Gorgeous pictures. This was one of my fav. on PS1, didn't really get into it that much on PS2 but PS3 looks great !

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