Great Golf Master System box art

Sega Master System · Sports

Great Golf

SystemSega Master System
Released1986
GenreSports
DeveloperSEGA
PublisherSEGA
Players1–4 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut

Developed by SEGA, Great Golf arrived on the Sega Master System in 1986 as a sports game.

It belongs to the Master System's earliest wave of games. Other notable Master System releases from 1986 include Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Black Belt and Fantasy Zone.

SEGA also made Alex Kidd in Miracle World, Phantasy Star and Hang-On for the Master System.

Great Golf supports up to 4 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the Master System hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing Great Golf is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Great Golf gameplay screenshot on Master System
In-game screenshot (Master System)

Great Golf cheats & codes

3 codes on file (Action Replay, Other codes). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Infinite Rests00CA-2A09
Always On First Shot00C1-F801

See all Great Golf cheats

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Playing Master System games today

The Master System library is full of colorful arcade-style games that are easy to pick up. Many titles also appear in Sega's official compilations.

Great Golf FAQ

When did Great Golf come out on the Master System?

Great Golf was released for the Sega Master System in 1986.

Who made Great Golf?

It was developed by SEGA.

Is Great Golf multiplayer?

Yes. Great Golf supports up to 4 players.

How long does Great Golf take to play?

As a sports game, Great Golf typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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