# Nova Golf Lite

> Realistic 3D golf simulation game with career and multiplayer modes. (iPhone/iPad app by Nuclear Nova Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-golf-lite/id503868317 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nuclear Nova Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/289559290)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Simulation, Sports
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 36 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 59 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-05-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-golf-lite/id503868317/reviews.md

## What is Nova Golf Lite?

Welcome to Nova Golf Lite, the finest golfing game on the Mac! A followup to the award winning game GL Golf, Nova Golf is sure to keep you entertained and immersed for countless hours. Redesigned from the ground up, Nova Golf has everything both casual/hardcore gamers and frequent/weekend golfers could want. 

• Realistic ball physics - Everyone will enjoy the simple realism while avid golfers will be able to shape every shot and watch the ball react to all surfaces and lies 
• Stunning 3D graphics - Nova Golf adapts to each computer for the best image quality while always maintaining a smooth framerate 
• Unique courses - Locations from around the world feature distinct styles of both play and appearance. You'll know if you're in the Pennsylvania forest, Arizona desert, or on the Scottish coastline 
• Customizable characters - Level up five playing statistics while managing each avatar's wardrobe and physical appearance 
• Career mode - Play as both an amateur and professional and progress by winning the required qualifiers and tournaments 
• Multiplayer - Challenge up to three of your friends and play at the same time 
• Purchase custom clubs and golf balls using both virtual currency earned in game and through In-App Purchase 
• High replay value - No hole is the same when varying the white/blue/green tees, five pin locations, and three environmental difficulty settings 
• Custom music made specifically for Nova Golf 
• Best rounds list for each course/difficulty setting 

System Requirements: iOS 7+
iPhone 4+
iPad 2+
iPad Mini+
iPod Touch 4th+

If you like Nova Golf, make sure to check out Nuclear Nova's other games, all available for the Mac/iPhone/iPad/iPod. 
• GL Golf, the predecessor to Nova Golf, is still actively developed and has over 35 unique courses! Thousands of golfers are posting scorecards online every day with this golf classic 
• Pinball Shuffle and Pinball Massacre are two unique comic book arcade style pinball tables 
• Barnyard Blaster is a unique shooter with plenty of weapons, animals, and environments 
• Rocket Golf gives golf a new twist with its unique 2D side scrolling gameplay 
• Liquid Defense, Hydrothermal, and Escape are our three classic puzzle/simulator games 
• Fractal 3D and ASCII Art are our first non-game apps

## Key features

- Realistic ball physics
- Stunning 3D graphics
- Unique global courses
- Customizable characters
- Career mode
- Multiplayer challenges
- In-app purchases for clubs/balls

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dozen of all Balls | $0.99 | one-time |
| 1,000 Experience | $0.99 | one-time |
| Driver | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wood | $0.99 | one-time |
| Iron | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wedge | $0.99 | one-time |
| Putter | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level Overdrive | $0.99 | one-time |
| Character Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Extra Mulligans | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 36)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nova-golf-lite/id503868317/reviews.md

### 1/5 — This is trash

*2016-06-21*

The worst game I have ever tried to play ever, it didn't even let me start the game

### 1/5 — Null et pas terminé

*2015-04-25*

Ça marche pas

### 5/5 — Super fun

*2014-12-29*

I love this game, so many options for shaping shots it's just like real life

### 5/5 — Best Golf Game

*2014-12-29*

Best golf game on the iPhone hands down!

### 4/5 — schon ok

*2014-12-09*

gefällt mir eigentlich ganz gut. Grafik und Detallierungsgrad sind gut. Jedoch mit zunehmender Spiele sehr lange Ladezeiten. das nervt echt.

### 4/5 — Fun game

*2014-09-04, version 1.120*

Entertaining, good past time.

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2014-08-30, version 1.120*

Sorry, I'm going to stick with gl golf deluxe game. Hate the "improved" controls of this version.

### 1/5 — Terrible garbage

*2014-08-07*

What a waste of space and time.  The developer must be competently incompetent doesn't even load.

### 4/5 — Nova golf

*2014-03-24, version 1.110*

Good graphics. Very challenging.

### 5/5 — It's the best game of the year 2014

*2014-01-15*

It's a good game. Real golf play. It's like been on the golf course.

## Frequently asked questions about Nova Golf Lite

### What is Nova Golf Lite?

Nova Golf Lite is a realistic 3D golf simulation game designed for mobile devices. It offers immersive gameplay with realistic ball physics, stunning graphics, and a variety of unique courses from around the world. Players can enjoy career mode, customize their characters, and challenge friends in multiplayer.

### What are the key features of Nova Golf Lite?

Key features include realistic ball physics that react to surfaces and lies, stunning 3D graphics optimized for various devices, and unique courses set in diverse global locations. The game also offers customizable characters with upgradable statistics, a career mode for both amateur and professional play, and multiplayer challenges for up to four friends.

### How can I customize my golfer and equipment?

You can customize your avatar's wardrobe and physical appearance. Additionally, you can purchase custom clubs and golf balls using virtual currency earned in-game or through in-app purchases, allowing you to enhance your golfing experience.

### What are the system requirements for Nova Golf Lite?

Nova Golf Lite requires iOS 7 or later and is compatible with iPhone 4 and later, iPad 2 and later, iPad Mini, and iPod Touch 4th generation and later.

### Is Nova Golf Lite free to play?

Nova Golf Lite is free to download and play. It offers in-app purchases for virtual currency, which can be used to buy custom clubs and golf balls, providing an enhanced gameplay experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.160 — 2024-11-14

iOS 18 Support (Required)
iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max, 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, 12 Mini, 13, 13 Mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 14, 14 Plus ,14 Pro, 14 Pro Max, 15, 15 Plus , 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, 16, 16 Plus , 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, SE (2nd/3rd Gen) Support
iPad 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Mini 6th, 7th, Air 4th, 5th, 6th, Pro 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th Support
Removed iAd and other game advertisements

### 1.150 — 2015-11-07

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Fixed wind arrow direction
Fixed pin location on Spyglass Ridge hole 4 (Nova Golf)
Increased certain asset resolutions (iOS)
Requires iOS 8.0+ (iOS)
Compatible with iOS 9.0+ (iOS)
Compatible with iPhone 6s/6s+, iPad Mini 4, iPod 6th Generation (iOS)

### 1.140 — 2015-07-30

Less resource usage and memory crashes
Fixed rankings on Pinball Shuffle open
Improved lag when saving game
Fixed pin location on Spyglass Ridge hole 1

### 1.131 — 2014-11-10

1.131
*****
Fixed ad placement over swing button on iPhone 6/6+

1.13
*****
iPhone 6 and 6+ Support (iOS)
iPad Air 2 and iPad Mini 3 Support (iOS)
Fixed a bug where music could not be playing from the device (iOS)
Increase resolution iPhone 5s (iOS)
Water graphics optimizations
Fixed Power Up button from disappearing
Fixed lost arrows
Fixed gravity effecting particle/text alerts
Fixed wind arrow
Overhead green view is now the first view in selection mode
Several other bug fixes

### 1.130 — 2014-10-28

iPhone 6 and 6+ Support (iOS)
iPad Air 2 and iPad Mini 3 Support (iOS)
Fixed a bug where music could not be playing from the device (iOS)
Increase resolution iPhone 5s (iOS)
Water graphics optimizations
Fixed Power Up button from disappearing
Fixed lost arrows
Fixed gravity effecting particle/text alerts
Fixed wind arrow
Overhead green view is now the first view in selection mode
Several other bug fixes

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## More apps by Nuclear Nova Software

- [GL Golf](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gl-golf/id289559287)
- [GL Golf Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gl-golf-lite/id292074807)
- [Escape](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/escape/id301045022)
- [Escape Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/escape-lite/id301045390)
- [GL Golf Deluxe](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gl-golf-deluxe/id301557622)
- [Rocket Golf](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rocket-golf/id326169617)

All apps by Nuclear Nova Software: https://appshunter.io/developer/289559290

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