2K set a tee time for PGA Tour 2K23, the forthcoming entry in the golf simulation video game franchise from HB Studios.
Featuring PGA TOUR icon and all-time sports great Tiger Woods as the cover athlete, PGA Tour 2K23 celebrates Woods’ legacy by introducing him as both a playable in-game pro and an Executive Director advising the game development team.
Woods leads a roster of more than 14 male and female pros at launch (additional pros and courses will be added as free post-launch DLC and be available to all players), including Justin Thomas, Lexi Thompson, Tony Finau, Lydia Ko, Collin Morikawa, Will Zalatoris, Brooke Henderson and more. Players can step into the tee box as one of the pros in Exhibition, multiplayer and Divot Derby play, or go head-to-head with them in a battle to climb the leaderboard and claim the FedExCup in PGA TOUR MyCAREER mode. In addition to the pros, the broadcast-style presentation and commentary team of Rich Beem and Luke Elvy also return, with the addition of English golf pro and broadcaster Henni Koyack.
2K revealed details of Clubhouse Pass Season 4*, teeing off this Friday, June 9, 2023 as well as the arrival of decorated pro Nelly Korda later this summer in PGA Tour 2K23.
Presenting an all-new rewards ladder for players to climb as they make their way to the top of the leaderboards, fresh daily and weekly events, plus a special Topgolf event, Clubhouse Pass Season 4 offers 10 weeks of challenging content and equipment from Titleist and FootJoy, including Pro V1® balls, apparel, and more.** Starting Monday, June 26, PGA Tour 2K23’s Topgolf will be the host of the “Come Play Around” event, where players will participate in a cumulative 50,000 rounds and team up by adding to a collective score. For two weeks, the entire PGA TOUR 2K23 community will play to earn in-game rewards and a real-life Topgolf reward by combining scores for an overall total.
In addition to the excitement of Clubhouse Pass Season 4, new playable pro and Olympic gold medalist Nelly Korda steps into the tee box in PGA Tour 2K23 on July 7. The Florida native and multi-time champion joins the likes of Tiger Woods, Matthew Fitzpatrick, Jon Rahm, Lydia Ko, Tony Finau, Brooke Henderson and Xander Schaeffele, as well as celebrity guests including Michael Jordan, Stephen Curry and John Cena on the in-game roster. As Korda is set to compete at Pebble Beach Golf Links July 7-9, players can step into her shoes and take on a virtual Pebble Beach in PGA TOUR 2K23.
Fans of golf are familiar with the tradition of awarding colorful jackets to tournament winners, but the 2K Red Jacket is the only one that can be won and worn during a virtual round with friends in PGA Tour 2K23. From June 15 through June 18, 2023, players can compete in the new Red Jacket Society event on the Pinehurst No. 2 course to earn the coveted garment and online bragging rights.
PGA Tour 2K23 recently celebrated reaching a milestone of 100,000 members in the official PGA Tour 2K23 Online Society and is currently on sale for 65% off Standard Edition on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, 67% off Standard Edition on PS4 and Xbox One, and 50% off Tiger Woods Edition on PlayStation and Xbox platforms. More new content, including additional playable pros, will be coming soon.
*PGA TOUR 2K23 required to access content. Terms Apply. Some cosmetic items and consumables may require unlocking with virtual currency (earned or paid) or via gameplay. Nelly Korda available free to all players with automatic update.
**Clubhouse Pass rewards require unlocking with gameplay. Season 4 of the Clubhouse Premium Pass and Clubhouse Premium Plus Pass are available for separate purchase. Paid Premium Passes unlock additional rewards for the Season through gameplay. Progress and rewards reset at the end of each Season.
PGA Tour 2K23 will include 20 licensed courses at launch. New additions include the South Course of Wilmington Country Club, The Renaissance Club, St. George’s Golf and Country Club and more. The industry-leading Course Designer also returns, offering players the opportunity to build their dream courses and share them with a global online community.
MyPLAYER personalization returns and players can equip their MyPLAYERS just like Tiger with Nike Golf, TaylorMade and Bridgestone Golf apparel and gear. Even more apparel options are available from licensed brands, including Callaway Golf, FootJoy, Malbon Golf, Nike Golf, PUMA, Titleist, TravisMathew and more (some cosmetic items and consumables may require unlocking with virtual currency (earned or paid) or via gameplay). Clubs and balls from brands including Bridgestone Golf, Callaway Golf, COBRA, Mizuno, Odyssey Golf, Scotty Cameron, TaylorMade, Titleist and Wilson are available to deck out players’ golf bags and keep them swinging with swag. In addition to the returning analog stick swing, a three-click swing option is also available for an added level of customization so players can play the way they like.
PGA Tour 2K23 offers new casual modes to help rookies get into the game, while giving seasoned players new challenges and opportunities to work on their skills. The introduction of Topgolf offers a unique experience emulating the popular golf entertainment phenomenon, where players can aim for targets and try to earn the highest score. Training mode offers multiple ways to develop skills, including swing calibration, lessons, chipping practice, a driving range and a putting green.
Online multiplayer features (cross-gen but not cross-platform) also return for PGA Tour 2K23. Online Societies encourage players to squad up with friends for custom tournaments and full seasons, while Clubhouse Pass will provide post-launch content and goals for players to enjoy well into the future. Clubhouse Pass is available in three tiers: Free, Premium ($9.99/season) and Premium + ($19.99/season). PGA Tour 2K23 required to play content. More details to follow.
PGA Tour 2K23, rated E for Everyone, is available for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4 and PC (Steam).
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