Devlog #2

Hello everyone!

It's time for another Golf 5 MAX development update.

Over the past few weeks, we've been hard at work improving the game, reviewing your feedback, and continuing development on some exciting new features. In this devlog, we'll share some of the changes we've been making, take a look behind the scenes, and give you a glimpse of what's coming next for Golf 5 MAX.

Without further ado, let's dive right in:

Community Feedback Spotlight

First of all, thank you to everyone who downloaded the demo and took the time to share your thoughts. We've been reading every discussion, and your feedback has already helped us identify what's working well and where Golf 5 MAX can improve.

🏌️ What You Enjoyed

A few things came up consistently throughout the discussions, and it's worth calling them out specifically:

• Satisfying golf physics and responsive shot mechanics.

• The mix of arcade gameplay and RPG-style progression.

• The retro-inspired direction and overall feel of the game.

• Excitement for the full release and what's still to come.

🛠️ What We Can Improve

We also received some excellent constructive feedback, and rather than brushing past it, we want to break down what we heard and what it means for development moving forward:

Gameplay & Controls

• Smoother controller support and menu navigation.

• More camera control during gameplay.

• More gameplay and control customization options.

Progressions & Customization

• Expanded progression systems.

• More character customization, including outfits and potentially character creation.

Polish & Features

• Gameplay polish and quality-of-life improvements.

• Improvements to audio balancing and sound settings.

• Online multiplayer (already in development and planned for release).

Many of these topics are already being discussed internally, and your feedback directly helps us prioritize what matters most to the community rather than guessing at what to build next.

What we learned from Steam Next Fest

It was a great experience overall, and it helped us gather a lot of valuable feedback that's already shaping the game going forward.

Changes We’re Making Based on Feedback

We've been reviewing your suggestions and are already working on several improvements that will make Golf 5 MAX an even better experience.

Improvements currently in development:

• We've improved support for ultrawide displays: Players on ultrawide monitors reported display issues in the demo, and we've made fixes so the game renders correctly across a wider range of aspect ratios.

• We are working on improving the UI, specifically:

  • Make gamepad navigation easier.

  • Improve clarity and ease of use.

  • Better match the game's retro-inspired visual style.

• We're expanding character diversity and progression paths to give each golfer a more unique identity and playstyle.

Behind The Scenes Since The Demo

Deciding what to include in the demo was tougher than expected. We wanted players to get a real, honest sense of Golf 5 MAX without giving away so much that it spoiled the full game or lost its appeal.

While the demo has been in players' hands, development has continued behind the scenes. The team has been focusing on improving existing systems, refining gameplay, and building the features that will bring Golf 5 MAX closer to its full release.

Online Game Lobby

We're redesigning the online lobby to make it easier to connect with friends, find matches, and prepare for multiplayer rounds.

Online Multiplayer

One of our biggest priorities is bringing Golf 5 MAX online. We're continuing development on multiplayer systems to create a smooth and enjoyable competitive experience for players around the world.

What’s Next for Golf 5 Max?

Development continues, and we're excited to keep expanding Golf 5 MAX over the coming months.

Currently in development

• Online Multiplayer – Continue development of competitive online play.

• New Arcade Modes – Birdie or Bust and Time Attack.

• UI Redesign – A cleaner, more intuitive interface with improved controller support.

🏆 We're also preparing our very first Golf 5 MAX community tournament!

Keep practicing in the demo, because you'll soon have the chance to compete against other players for exclusive prizes. We'll be sharing more details very soon.

Thank you for continuing to support Golf 5 MAX and for helping shape the future of the game.

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