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How to Play Mini Golf

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Mini Golf: how a round works

Bring your attention to one round of Mini Golf. Sink all three holes within twelve strokes per hole. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Check the rule that explains your first action. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

Three original obstacle courses; wall bounces and friction.

Practice with a purpose

After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Use the example to check your reasoning.

Aim for this result

Sink all three holes within twelve strokes per hole. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.

Work through the instructions

  1. Aim a stopped ball.
  2. Set power and putt.
  3. Wait until it stops before another shot.
  4. Use Next hole after sinking.

Making selections and moves

Touch aim, angle/power sliders and Putt. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.

See the idea in action

A soft final putt can sink where a fast crossing would not. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Consider the next action carefully.

A useful caution

The hole accepts only a sufficiently slow ball. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.

Read these answers for extra help

While learning, what is the goal of Mini Golf?

The key detail is this: Sink all three holes within twelve strokes per hole.

As a new player, how do I control Mini Golf?

Here is the relevant explanation: Touch aim, angle/power sliders and Putt.

On this playing page, what example helps explain Mini Golf?

A soft final putt can sink where a fast crossing would not.

While learning, what should I watch out for in Mini Golf?

Keep this in mind: The hole accepts only a sufficiently slow ball.

When I return, what format does Mini Golf offer?

Keep this in mind: Three original obstacle courses; wall bounces and friction.

As a new player, which play mode does Mini Golf use?

The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

Where should I start with Mini Golf?

Aim a stopped ball.

For this browser game, do I need an account or a payment for Mini Golf?

Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

Before I begin, how can I find Mini Golf again?

The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

Before I begin, how do I report an issue with Mini Golf?

Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.

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