Ea vs. 2k Golf - Who Wins?

For decades both EA and 2k dominated the sports genres of video games. There are rarely occasions like this in which both develop for the same sport at the same time. This video, as of February 2023, reviews the pros and cons of each.

Ea vs. 2k Golf - Who Wins?
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[suhdud]

Still my favorite golf title is Tiger Woods PGA tour 2005. The commentary, the in-flight spin control and most epic part which was when you nail the timing on a tee shot to have the slow-mo banger send you on your way.

Ive bought plenty of golfing titles between then and now but I still keep going back to 2005.

[roddyscott]

without having played EA yet, I would double down on EA for the win based on what we've seen and predicted gameplay.

[dontbewoke]

The ball physics, despite the marketing, looks as arcadey as previous renditions of EA golf games ; the only area they appear to have an advantage is with the players ; they look outstanding.

[JTCulverhouse]

Really looking forward to EA's entry. I have played 2K's effort a lot, but I'm really looking forward to playing in more realistic scenery. I agree with you Kilbride, I'm praying that the microtransactions are cosmetic only.

[darrellhicks]

i picked up 2K game 2 weeks ago. I'm playing on PC and do not have a controller so I have attempting to play with mouse and keyboard. Its very challenging to control the shots even with a ruler taped to my desk to keep the mouse straight. My question is about the character. I cannot find a way to change my Golfer Name and I also find it annoying to be unable to Quit a game with a WD. Any suggestions?
I am looking forward to the EA game too and might purchase that one if it plays better.

[VashTS]

I already have 2k23, will probably be getting EA PGA. 2k23 had a lot of mixed reviews but it's incredibly enjoyable in my opinion. The difficulty online is very high, which may drive lesser skilled players away. It probably isnt much fun slamming a drive into the water, taking a drop then going bunker to bunker to score a solid +5 on a single hole.

[Gweb]

I picked up 2k during a big sale they had a few weeks ago . I’m presently surprised with it . I LOVED the tiger woods games and I think golf is the perfect sport to do a bi annual release . I think EA will have the better game but I think/hope they will continue to push each other . 2k really needs to step up on the career mode as well as the gear and apparel . There are like 6 shirts to chose from (but maybe that cause I’m just at the start ? )

[Early]

Great video. EA will edge it for me due to the in depth career mode and customisation. I will still play PGA Tour 2k23. The competition is healthy

[Bravemarbles]

From the videos I’ve seen can’t say I’m a fan of the backswing. Disappointed with the lack of UK courses as well.

[jackknowles]

I just hope EA's simulation difficulty is as punishing as 2K's. I think the set dressing will be much better, and if they can just match that gameplay then they'll get the hardcore players on-side too.

It's genuinely so satisfying to go under par on the full sim level in 2K. I feel an actual sense of accomplishment for say, getting top 10s in events. My proudest steam achievement, and the one I worked hardest for, is genuinely the 'shoot level par or better on Legend difficulty' from 2k21.

That level of difficulty creates so so much replay value.

[Brajzah]

I’m wondering about how in-game currency is awarded. There’s PGA points, the green points I think you have you buy with real cash(can you win this too from any game modes?).

[boysilver]

Interested in hearing your thoughts now that we've all played both. Here's my take: The weird golfer models and faces, the truly awful cameras, the unbalanced game play, and the overall playing-in-mud chunkiness of EA's game sure makes me appreciate the silky-smooth, finished feel of 2K23. EA's game though wins in the season mode, challenge mode, and overall presentation department, and 2K/HB really needs to step up their game in that regard. Cheers.

[swampsoup]

i havent played 2k but i play rory mcilroy pga tour game on xbox one and i still think their graphics are better than todays

[jessepike]

I almost bought 2k today since it’s on sale but road to the Masters is a week away so I’m holding off and picking it up instead

[skister]

I've been looking forward to EA coming back to the golfing sector.
The 2K games always felt like they were missing that spark that EA brought to their golf games

[JJDoggett]

I feel bad for 2K in a way as they have built on the original Golf Club games and made a really good simulation - I only have 2K21 but great to have a very enjoyable golf game when EA were nowhere to be seen. I’ve held off getting 2K23 as wanted to see what EA had to offer, and it looks very good. The inclusion of the Majors, a ton of premier official courses, a better career mode and the truly current gen visuals swing it (pun intended!) for me. Competition is good though and I feel like both games serve something for everyone - if you’re into online play and creating courses then 2K, whereas EA for career mode and visuals.

[timbofry]

I have PGA 2K23 now and I have pre-ordered EA PGA Tour also. I have been a fan of TGC from the first release and enjoy the game, but happy to see EA back in the fold, as I was a big fan of the Tiger games back in the day. I am very much a solo career mode type player, so 2K can get stale quickly, so looking forward to EA and the different challenges and all those nice courses and better next gen graphics. I used to enjoy yhr old tiger game where you could do different challenges to improve your golfer, not just play the career mode.

[senseimatrixx]

I just pre-ordered EA PGA TOUR for Xbox Series X/S and I'm excited to be able to make a run at the Masters and compete for that green jacket plus it's a true next gen only game instead of a ported previous gen version!

[earlwolfx]

Absolutely nuts that there are two AAA golf games to play in 2023.

[Brandon_]

Ok help me out here. So unlike PGA 2k23 where you have to play online even in career mode, on the EA game, you don’t have to be online to play career mode, correct? The reason I ask is because where I live, we have no internet service.