Item: Easy Come Easy Golf
Rating: 89
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

89/100

If you ever played Hot Shots Golf (Everybody's Golf) on PlayStation, you’ll feel right at home here. Clap Hanz has perfected the 'easy to play, hard to master' sports genre. The shift to a team-based mechanic—where you swap characters every hole—initially seemed odd, but it actually adds a great layer of strategy. You find yourself getting attached to certain characters for specific types of holes.

The touch controls are surprisingly responsive. The 'flick' system feels more natural for mobile than a traditional bar, though I’m glad they added the 3-click option for those who prefer the old-school way. It’s a bright, cheerful game that doesn't take itself too seriously, yet the physics are solid enough to satisfy serious golf fans. It’s a must-have for any sports gamer.

Reviewed on: Sun Apr 12 2026

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. As a long-time fan of Hot Shots Golf on the old PlayStations, I was skeptical about a touch-only sequel. I’m happy to report that Clap Hanz hasn't lost the magic. The 'flick' control scheme is a departure from the classic three-click system, and while it feels less precise at first, it eventually becomes second nature. The game looks great—bright, clean, and full of that specific Japanese arcade energy that seems to be disappearing lately.

The team-building aspect is an interesting twist, though I miss the focus on mastering a single character. It can feel a bit 'mobile-fied' in its progression, but since it's on Apple Arcade, there's no predatory monetization to ruin the fun. It’s a solid golf game that’s easy to pick up but actually demands some skill once the wind picks up. It’s not quite a hole-in-one, but it’s a very safe birdie.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Charming art style and character designs
Deep enough mechanics for veteran golf fans
Robust Tour mode with plenty of content

Flick controls can feel inconsistent compared to buttons
Team system makes character progression feel fragmented
Some courses feel like rehashes of older series' work

Technical Report

Performance: Very stable; load times are impressively short on newer iPads.

Accessibility:

Subtitles
Simplified Controls

Audience Fit

Buy if: You like arcade-style sports games and have fond memories of Everybody's Golf.

Skip if: You want a realistic golf simulation or hate flick-based controls.

Similar Games:

Everybody's Golf
Golf Peaks
PGA Tour 2K23

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative gamer
Hardware: iPad Pro M1
Playtime: 25 hours
Status: Completed World Tour

Easy Come Easy Golf (formerly Clap Hanz Golf) brings the beloved arcade golf formula to mobile devices. Featuring a unique team-based system, players pick a different character for every hole, allowing for a diverse range of stats and abilities throughout a single round. The game features various modes, including a robust world tour, local and online multiplayer, and survival challenges. With its signature 'flick' shot mechanic, it offers a tactile and rewarding way to play golf that is easy to learn but difficult to master.