EA launches Tiger Woods PGA Tour 13

Electronics Arts (EA) has launched Tiger Woods PGA Tour 13, the latest golf simulation game on both the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.

The game, which comes in a normal edition and a Masters Collectors Edition, features a revamp of the swing mechanic to allow over 62 million combinations of customised shots, online support for competitive gameplay, and a Tiger Legacy Challenge mode for reliving the legends most memorable golf achievements.The PlayStation 3 version is Move compatible and Xbox 360 version is compatible with the Kinect, allowing users to play golf with no controller. It is even responsive to gamers voices.“We focused on making Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 13 the most immersive golf experience ever,” said Mike Taramykin, VP and GM of Tiger Woods PGA TOUR. “Fans have the opportunity to chase and win one of sport’s most highly coveted accomplishments, the Green Jacket, play with or against friends with our online Country Clubs mode and incorporate their authentic swing in the game with Kinect integration. Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 13 is the total package.”The Masters Collectors Edition features a few extras, such as exclusive access to the Augusta National Golf Glubs Tournament Practice Facility and its Par 3 Course, a presentation on the Green Jacket, and five additional courses.The game retails at $59.99 for the normal edition and $69.99 for the Masters Collectors Edition. It has shipped in North America and will be available in stores worldwide from 30 March.