Tiger Woods PGA TOUR Online Open Beta Now Live

Tiger Woods might be taking a break from golf but his video game certainly is not. Starting today fans can get a sneak peak at Tiger Woods PGA Tour Online via the open beta. Fans of the beta can also invite their friends via Facebook which is heavily integrated with the game. The upcoming title is a very authentic and feature-rich golf game that gamers can play through a web browser. There is no installation required. The closed beta was extremely popular with more than 500,000 rounds of golf played. Tiger Woods PGA Tour Online brings together everything you love about the console versions right to your browser and brings along a sense of community with Facebook integration.

“During beta testing we’ve already seen tremendous participation and enthusiasm from golf fans around the world for Tiger Woods PGA TOUR Online,” said Executive Producer Mike Taramykin. “We’re looking forward to offering all players the opportunity to preview the game for free in the coming weeks. Also, during open beta gamers can invite others to play via Facebook and we continue to encourage the community to help to drive the game’s evolution and development.”

Here are the features that players can look forward to in the open beta:

Facebook Connect – Tiger Woods PGA TOUR Online connects to Facebook, allowing players to invite their friends to become fans, thus earning additional in-game experience. Players are also able to publish their accomplishments to Facebook.

Golfer Progression – Players will begin their career as a beginner and by earning experience points, will climb the ranks toward becoming a golf legend.

The Cut Line – As an extra challenge, each day a target score will appear that becomes the goal for each golfer. If the user meets, or scores under the target, additional in-game experience is rewarded.

Fans, Favorites & Sponsorships – Each player will be able to acquire fans within Tiger Woods PGA TOUR Online. The more fans a player has, the more experience points are rewarded. Sponsor your friends and earn in-game money if they make the Cut Line.
Realistic Wind – Experience dynamic wind that calculates the direction and speed throughout the round, making the game more realistic and challenging.

Pro Shop – Purchase upgraded equipment with in-game earnings to help improve your customized golfer and impress friends.

The full version of Tiger Woods Online will be offered through a multi-tiered subscription in the coming months. Tiger Woods PGA Tour 11 was also given a release date of sometime in June and will release across all platforms. Click here to join the open beta and stay tuned as we will have our full beta impressions of Tiger Woods PGA Tour Online soon.