Power Golf TurboGrafx-16 box art

TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine · Sports

Power Golf

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SystemTurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine
Released1989
GenreSports
DeveloperHudson
PublisherHudson
Players1–3 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesPower Sports
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 4

Released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1989, Power Golf is a sports game developed by Hudson.

It belongs to the TurboGrafx-16's earliest wave of games. Other notable TurboGrafx-16 releases from 1989 include Vigilante, Volfied and Dungeon Explorer. Among the 26 TurboGrafx-16 sports games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.

It is part of the Power Sports series; on the TurboGrafx-16 you can also try World Sports Competition and Power Eleven. Hudson also made Bomberman '94, Bomberman and J.J. & Jeff for the TurboGrafx-16.

Power Golf supports up to 3 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 TurboGrafx-16 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

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Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Power Golf gameplay screenshot on TurboGrafx-16
In-game screenshot (TurboGrafx-16)

Power Golf walkthroughs & guides

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Playing TurboGrafx-16 games today

The TurboGrafx library is a shmup fan's dream and full of games most Western players never tried. The TurboGrafx-16 Mini and Nintendo Switch Online have brought many of them back.

Power Golf FAQ

When did Power Golf come out on the TurboGrafx-16?

Power Golf was released for the TurboGrafx-16 / PC Engine in 1989.

Who made Power Golf?

It was developed by Hudson.

Is Power Golf multiplayer?

Yes. Power Golf supports up to 3 players.

How long does Power Golf take to play?

As a sports game, Power 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.

Read more about Power Golf on Wikipedia. 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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