3 BEST TIPS TO DIAL IN YOUR SWING | EA SPORTS PGA TOUR

[@Don_Pablo_]

Never mind testing in challenges there should be a free practice mode

[@toddsmith5301]

yeah I think free practice would benefit us more than pro pass benefits EA Sports. but look which one we got.

[@thewalkin1nstrument]

This. It gets a little disheartening when trying to learn the game and the commentators are giving me flack for not knowing how to play yet. ITS MY FIRST ROUND GUYS

[@thatbeardedguy87]

The fact that this game doesn’t have a “go to the range” mode is mind blowing to me

[@pakelikaforprezz]

I tried playing this game for shits and giggles and wtf?! I was sailing every shot, missing every putt, skipping every pitch, messing every flop. Lol dude what was wrong with TIGER 07 ffs

[@Draw2quit]

​@@pakelikaforprezz I got this on game pass a few days ago. I was really struggling at first but my advice would be to finish a round. You get xp which you can use to level up your golfer. With that and a bit more feel for the game, I'm now humiliating the amateur circuit. I've just been offered my first place on the pga tour. Wish me luck

[@rickinwast]

Putting tutorial will come later. For now, I'm clueless understanding the two putting lines behind the ball related to the power needed for the distance.

[@thesteelehometeam]

UPDATE..flicking works on ALL swing speeds. Just used fastest and still had some FAST downswings. Flicking is the key folks. Enjoy!

[@ianthompson1310]

Just like to say how much I appreciate all the hard work and hours you put in to help people.its certainly made me a better player.

[@dmunger23]

The biggest thing to master imo is the swing under/over slow/fast. I use balanced and slowest style and tempo and did some experimenting and turned off the swing meter to try to find the timing of the swing and found that it’s a 3 second swing from beginning to end being 1…2 in the back swing and swinging forward on 2. And I’m swinging close to oerfect every time. Within 0.1-0.3 percent. And that same timing is for ANY SHOT TYPE. Even putting.

[@mr5000i]

Where in the settings do you get the power mark on your swing meter that matches your aim marker please?

[@AmelioTube]

I finally got some time to try these tips, especially looking at the golfer rather than the meter. Before making that one change I was struggling and looking like I wouldn't even survive the cut after round 2. Then I used the tip...and won the tournament. Even the misses were MUCH closer to the line, making one putts more plentiful. Thank you!

[@ZBoyArt]

Very helpful video thank you!!! How do you get the black line on your swing meter? My swing meter does not have that black mark line.

[@martynrobbins406]

Loving these videos and tips totally new to golf games always trying out your advice which is helping me getting an understanding of the game very much appreciated

[@talmaisel1539]

How do you get the black arrow?

[@darrenhayhurst105]

Just picked the game up, and thank you for the tips. Excellent guide, thank you.

[@Sleaves]

A few days ago, I accidentally hit a power shot on the “tour” difficulty setting (swing stick) where the sequence goes into slow motion. I can’t do it for the life of me again, I have no problem doing it with the three click setting. What is the secret?

[@Ma_Kachada]

Slow motion are shots that might go in or go in

[@Sleaves]

@@Ma_Kachada yup, got that. I meant the “big hit” moments.

[@SIRiAlerion]

Great video! My biggest struggle in this game is my approach The ball always seems to want to roll off no matter how I shape the shot or what shot type I use, other than flops.

[@crimsontide1980]

Yep this and pitch shots. I have to aim my pitches waaaaaay short of my intended target. I mean, I get that a pitch shot is intended to go low, bounce, and go into a roll, but there's a ton of guess work as to how far it'll roll, and goes without saying you heavily have to factor in the topography of the green. I'm jist horrible at predicting how far the ball will roll once it does hit the green. It's frustrating but also pushes me to keep playing more until I can get better at improving upon it.

[@ggman3000]

Great video! on my way to watch more.

[@FreshFadeProductions]

how do i turn on the vibration on xbox cause i dont feel it?

[@47even]

3:40 there is that black small line, "tick", at the end of the swing plane. I keep seeing it on gameplay videos but i dont have it in my game. What is the function of that???

[@47even]

this

[@Shadman1603]

Nice video. I was focussing on the flag too much and ended up over hitting shots. With approach shots now, i usually land a bit before the flag so that the ball rolls up the hole with the momentum. It's all practice though until you get into the swing of it ;)

[@tylertwv]

Outstanding, complete lifesaver. I was measuring distance the 2k way and could not figure it out. Thank you! 🙌

[@MrScottwurth]

Underswing is not a bad idea to take spin off, but I found when hitting a short iron, pitching wedge all the way down to lob wedge, that it helps to play a 3 or 4 yard draw which naturally hit is lower and takes spin off

[@ezloot4u433]

How do you get the club to swing back so smooth, mine looks like it was shot out of a cannon. Thank you & great video

[@leetownsend795]

On you're back swing meter line there's a notch on you'res mine dosnt have that how do I apply this

[@mattmalevich6834]

This is great content and a great page! Appreciate you putting this together. I have one question and one observation I would appreciate you commenting on. I'm frustrated that the stakes are not very high on the drives. It doesn't seem like there's much of a chance for player to hit a TERRIBLE drive - every one of my drives is normally in the fairway or first cut, they do not normally go offline by much and I think that takes away from the realism of the game. This is aided by the instant feedback if you have a swing that's off plane - is this the case for everyone else? It just seems like driving the ball on each hole is a formality and not critical. Second - I cannot identify a consistent reason why a shot would be a pull, push, slice, or hook other then if the swing is off plane. Is there anything in the "overswing/underswing" or "fast/slow" swing meter that would determine a mis-hit? There are times where I hit it slow and it draws (I would think it would be opposite) Fast usually pushes the ball offline. Thoughts on this? Thanks again!

[@Ma_Kachada]

1. I would agree. Driving with decent attributes is pretty easy. 2. The percentages cancel out, so your ball will be more offline if you're fast and overswing. Another reason why I underswing because it balances out my fast. Not having a straight vertical meter is really the only thing. Other results are random based on %.

[@Wall562]

Great video, appreciated. Overswing has been my Achilles heal. Makes sense playing conservatively and going for the underswing. I have been leathering the swing, with each swing going over more often than not.

[@Justin-st5xv]

Haven't played a golf game in years. It seems like setting the distance doesn't matter. I will underswing and it will go way farther. Seems like being accurate is an extreme struggle and does I seem to make any sense.

[@themadmoderator8465]

just got game last week this was a massive help thx

[@capnwook4923]

Can you do a video how to do the long drives. I’m stuck on this challenge

[@FreshFadeProductions]

thanks dude i love watching golf and playing this game , all these tips helped me out alot!!!!! i should be top 5 in the world now lol

[@davidhill478]

How do u get that ticker thing you are talking about on your back swing mine dosent show up

[@Rey-hm2tc]

What a great video any chance of a video explaining specs and what are the best once’s to get

[@Brajzah]

Sweetly articulated golfing paradigms there midKnight. Thanks for sharing!

[@TrEuDaT]

nice and thorough. well done.

[@IamDavo87]

How do I get that little marker in the swing

[@ezloot4u433]

Great tips as always. Sorry if I've asked already but is it still possible to get the masters golf bag & if so how? Thank you

[@wikusvandyk8784]

Great tips thank you. The best I could find yet. My biggest issue with the stick swing is that the ball will just randomly hook or slice no matter what I try to do. I would play 36 holes where the game hits it dead straight , and then all out of the blue it will hook and slice the next 18 holes. I got so fedup and frustrated with that that I went to keyboard swing just to stop the direction go crazy. What causes such inconsistency and how can one remedy it ?

[@Ma_Kachada]

Depends on lie, wind and how vertical your meter line is

[@chrisg8820]

Does swing tempo help with the follow through of the swing? no matter how fast I push my swing stick forward it always says slow - so would changing the swing tempo to slow help that?

[@Ma_Kachada]

It should, but it's player dependent

[@jedirabbit6275]

How do I get the ticker on my swing meter? I had it but I’ve lost it and I have no idea what I’ve done to get rid of it.

[@gregbrunner9854]

This is a stupid question, but I just started playing. What setting do I need to change to see the mark on the swing meter?

[@rickie2sticky66]

What are those little pencil looking markers on ur swing arc? Mine doesnt have that? How do u turn them on?

[@mtsmitty66]

Nice tips on positioning of backswing. i have been waiting for an EA golf game for a long time. Any idea

[@gausselim1474]

I guess what I'm looking for is how to use the controller to swing. I use the click method because that's what I used back in the day when Playing Links on PC back in the 80's & 90's. Can you point me in the right direction on how to do that? Thanks!

[@marcchavez1634]

I was trying to play this game with a controller that had a messed up left joystick. I could tell it was messed up by going into steam, big picture view, settings, controller, calibrate controller. Joystick would not go back to center point after going up and down. On the menu screen things were going up and down uncontrollably as well. Trying to play this game with a messed up controller is an absolute nightmare. I have bought a new xbox series controller and everything is working properly now. Left joystick on new controller goes back to center point in steam controller settings. If you have the same problems your controller might need to be repaired or in my case, I just bought a new one. This messed up controller might be less noticeable in other games but in this game it is very noticeable especially in the menu and the swing. I was scratching my head for a while until i went into steam calibrate controller settings. To go into big picture mode go to view in top right and click big picture, then click menu button in bottom right with xbox circle logo, then hit settings, then controller, then calibration & advanced settings. They do a good job of hiding this setting.

[@deadkodo]

Ugh I didn't know there was a swing tempo option One of my biggest issues is, compared to my guy in 2k, the swing is so slow and it just takes forever for backswing to finish. Def gonna try changing that when I finish watching video

[@OZ1967]

Thanks mate , how do we view our golfing history? And can we replay epic shots and save them? I hit a albatross today (beginners luck) 😮No highlights or replay or save that I could find? Also wanted to view previous round of 18 holes to check stats birdies etc. but not sure how. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Cheers

[@Brajzah]

Sadly this game doesn’t have replays nor have the info you’re talking about. Hopefully they patch them in later. Congrats on the albatross!

[@OZ1967]

@@Brajzah thank you , any golf games hold that info or save replays that you’re aware of? Cheers Bra

[@Brajzah]

@@OZ1967 Everybody’s Golf had a terrific system that would automatically save certain shots plus manual saves and kept track of everything. They shut the servers down but it’s likely still playable. I’ve always said if Tiger Woods Golf(EA) and Hot Shots Golf(Everybody’s Golf) had a kid it would be the perfect game!

[@Ma_Kachada]

Unfortunately, this game doesn't have replay. I just hit my screen shot button and save recent gameplay

[@pastuh]

Use nvidia experience to save last 5 minutes

[@SnarlingDuck]

Good advice. Liked and subscribed. Looking forward to more! First golf game I’ve ever owned, even a basics 101 video would be awesome!

[@madf3rn]

Have you tried the dual sense edge, does it make a difference? Do you have recommendations for settings of the dual sense edge controller.

[@Ma_Kachada]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZ3Up6Skoq6qipI same controls

[@madf3rn]

I find that I like to switch for regular hits to your precise with custom settings and for putts I use the digital default because it treats the stick with no lag when putting. If u pull back it goes back instantly without lag if your fail to keep tempo and shudders your shot. Digital default is the way to go for putting, at least for me. Thank you for your tips thought maybe I send one to U also m8 =)...

[@jacobhall4714]

Is the mark on your swing meter a setting that’s turned on or off? Mine doesn’t have it ?

[@benfox5063]

I must be daft because I can’t find the setting to apply the black guide line showing 100% backswing!? Any help

[@Ma_Kachada]

The black line has been removed. this video was made when the game first came out

[@RickMiMann415]

I am constantly overpowering swing because of the lag. Why would they put such a heavy lag in the back swing???

[@Ma_Kachada]

It is either an unintentional lag or they wanted it to resemble a real swing that takes a transition period

[@tonylillford5168]

Great advice,that is how I play 2k by watching the golfer to the top of the swing. Am finding this game a struggle but will persevere as is a good challenge. Thanks midnight.👍👍👍

[@JigSaw325]

Hey you have great content, and also pga tour is popping up everywhere now. Have you considered making more videos again? I know it’s people out here like me who will love to watch your videos for more tips

[@Ma_Kachada]

I will be returning mid june

[@JigSaw325]

@@Ma_Kachada that’s great to hear man! Thank you 🙏!

[@Jake_4x4andcooks]

I don’t play golf but this game looked like so much fun and challenging so I went out and purchased it. Thanks for the tips! Liked and subscribed!

[@overkill0615]

Just got the game how do you get the ticker?

[@channelllocks]

How did you place the mark on the swing?

[@Audi-917P]

Even I was looking for it.....did u find them somewhere in the game?....please do let me know ......regards.

[@LordQuzumaki]

How do I stop the overshots?? I will club down 2 clubs, under swing; and still fly over the hole. I don’t understand it

[@JonnyElgstrom]

How do you get that marker on the swing meter?

[@richmagpies4427]

Definitely going to try your under swing approach. Will let you know how it goes!

[@bdon24]

Something you didn't mention during your tip #3 is that the numbers actually cancel out. The over/under swing percentage and fast/slow percentage cancel each other out. So a 1% underswing and a 2% fast will equal a +1% power.

[@Ma_Kachada]

Great point!!

[@matt79hz]

And does an over swing spin more, deviate left/right more etc.. Underwing should roll out a little more.

[@tictac4949]

@@matt79hz why would an underswing roll out more?

[@matt79hz]

@@tictac4949 because you've imparted less spin on the ball. A faster strike will grip the grooves more and provide backspin. That's actually how it works.

[@tictac4949]

@@matt79hz yea that makes sense, but depending on the swing and club the extra forward momentum would nullify the little bit of extra spin thats added. If you’re hitting a flop with a 60 degree then yea but pitching or chipping with a 7 iron not so much. The ball also loses spin the longer it’s in flight, so who knows the math on that haha but If we’re talking about +2% power here then I’m not sure it’ll make much of a difference. But in regards to the game, I think it actually does take this into account. If I hit a 60 yard flop with full backspin then it’ll check and come back more than if I hit a 30 yard flop with full backspin. This is obviously a larger scale than plus or minus 2% power but it does seem to represent the difference in roll in the game.

[@MichaelMays-f4h]

These videos have taken a half dozen strokes off my game.

[@cartwheelsmcgee428]

It's terrible because I am not too bad at golf in real life, but this games suffices on the days I can't go, always has been, and this one is rough, especially the putting pre predicted line. I am use to the classic guess a spot, THEN use your preview. 2k23 has it, but it's always been an EA pga tour thing. I understand they are trying to make it harder and more realistic, but when im golfing better than I play, something is off.😂 Definitely a different feel in some aspects. And I've been playing this series as long as I can remember.

[@DanielFelix-i6k]

EXCELLENT JOB ! UNDERSTOOD YOU PERFECTLY AND ITS CHANGED MY VEIW AND GAME FOR THE BEST!!

[@jimdom3287]

Where is the morikawa iron spec? Having trouble finding it anywhere. Specific challenge?

[@Ma_Kachada]

The new update rolled out new specs in the store

[@tomp8260]

nice suggestions mate, been struggling with slow swings and didn't even think about going back to player settings to try out different swing speed, styles etc

[@mikecross659]

I had to give a like and follow for this one. Thank you for an amazing video.

[@bman8363]

Thanks for mentioning swing tempo. ❤

[@j0hn2012]

My swing is always 1% to 3% slow if I change the swing tempo from fastest to slow would that change anything ?

[@Ma_Kachada]

It should, but test it out and find your sweet spot

[@JP-yr7zq]

Is there a driving range or anything? Can’t find it

[@ItsJustCarl1983]

I’m having a hard time not over shooting every shot goes into the red

[@tomservo75]

I always assumed the animation and style were purely cosmetic, nothing more. Can you please explain what you mean by short and long backswing?

[@Imperial12]

How are you able to get the ball to not roll 40 yards? When i make my approach it rolls too far and i end up with 30 feet putts

[@Ma_Kachada]

See my video I just posted

[@quno_0446]

How do you get that line on your meter?

[@JonnyD1996]

Why does it always say my swing is slow by roughly 2% I try to move the stick forward as fast as possible and it’s still slow

[@Ma_Kachada]

go to settings and golfer. go to swing style and change tempo to fastest

[@TC-hw5ve]

How do you get the perfect strike line??

[@rorylennon3338]

Hi,could you please tell me if this game is available on Xbox S series? Thank you.

[@Ma_Kachada]

Next generation consoles only, so yes

[@jeffheck5559]

I've been playing video golf since Leaderboard on the Commadore 64 computer. Four guys four chairs paying homage to the Temple. Now my son gets this game and gets me hooked again so PS5 it now. This game is a challenge compared to the old Tiger. Your channel is a big help, thanks for all the work put into these videos.

[@tmg5214]

I don't have that mark for the underswing

[@Ma_Kachada]

@@tmg5214 they removed it from the game. Use the color change from the meter to red and watch the golfers hands as a reference

[@TheTater_]

My swing is always slow and my thumb can not move any faster what do I need to do

[@timhorrocks3515]

Same problem for me mate I'm struggling 😮

[@Ma_Kachada]

are you on the fastest swing speed setting?

[@williammcivor2075]

What is the change swing view do??

[@Ma_Kachada]

Changes the angle of the view. So you can see your golfer from higher or lower angles

[@gakkieNL]

I’m always having like 3% slow and 2% overswing. Not bothered by it much…

[@Beast-mf7br]

that's 1% underswing, basically

[@YouCantSeeMeGOAT]

Can anyone tell me how to spin the ball? The button is it say X or L one but they don’t give me any extra spin when I hit them after my shot

[@Ma_Kachada]

What system are you on? If it is playstation or Xbox tap the left bumper or L1 and use the left stick to determine direction

[@milanbaros2005]

Am i doing something wrong, when i complete some challenges there not showing up. Ps5 here.

[@Ma_Kachada]

There is an issue right now and the update took them away

[@GreenNgold7]

Can anyone explain to me why my hall is going left and right randomly even though I have a perfectly straight line? My tendency is a fast overawing but it can go left or right when I do that so it makes no sense. On 2k slow goes right fast goes left, on this game it’s like there’s no logic at all

[@Ma_Kachada]

Fast and overswings cause randomness to the ball. That will increase distance and direction

[@stevemoody13]

Thanks for all the tips. They are definitely helping!

[@stuartmccairns3655]

Keeping these videos for work tonight mate, picked this up on Sunday having a rough time with it 🤣 have a sub too!

[@WarMo05e5]

Hpw come when I put my Grey area for less, the ball still goes wayyyyy past it sometimes. And then other times, I have it past the hole, the Grey area. And hit 100% and it's less? I don't get it. And it's making this impossible to play, because I can't ever have an idea where the ball will fuxking gooooooooooo

[@Ma_Kachada]

Are there wind or elevation? Shot tape changes?

[@WarMo05e5]

@MidKnightYT yes, but there are tines the wind is coming back towards me, and when I hit it. It goes farther than the Grey spot. There are times I hit at 100% and it is short by 20yards with wind blowing straight. Its really odd and is not consistent at all. It's very frustrating

[@JCity17]

Loving this game….I really loved 2012 as well, but the percentage swing mechanic was really odd in hindsight.

[@JoHnAnDjAnEdOe81]

How so I do a power shot EvErY tome (time)?

[@Ma_Kachada]

@@JoHnAnDjAnEdOe81 you have to have the power shot unlocked for those clubs to give you that option. Then change your shot type

[@FatalGolfers-1738]

i’m on xbox. why do i not have the tournaments and stuff???

[@Ma_Kachada]

Some tournaments expired from launch

[@mariooo88]

what do you like playing most, 2k or EA's?

[@mtsmitty66]

Any idea as to why on the skills trainer (the second group) why it says 31 stars and you when there is 30? it gave me 31 but on the last advanced shot group it has 28 stars and you can only get 27 and it say 27/28 for me?

[@Ma_Kachada]

Not sure

[@1289alan]

This is the best golf game in years, i enjoy the challenge

[@baldassassin2902]

Great video dude, when you downswing slow the balls seem to go left, and when you go to quick it seems to go right...am I right?

[@Ma_Kachada]

The direction I find to be more of your vertical line and not so much of the fast slow

[@Mcw32]

Just got this on Gamepass. Great tips! Thank you!

[@myst8217]

What's the % number under Fairway lower right?

[@lucasDwooten]

Lie percentage. If you’re in the rough or sand that number will be lower, maybe 80-90%, meaning your shot will only carry 80-90% of the distance of whatever clubs you have selected instead of 100%.

[@connor5803]

What is the blue line

[@tugoodwright2419]

Thanks bro this is really helped me. Appreciate it and keep making great content please

[@errol1967]

Bought the game today and watched some videos of yours. Great videos. I was curious @midKnight which swing animation you are using? Greetings from The Netherlands

[@errol1967]

Never mind...I know the swing animation :)

[@jonjrosen]

Just downloaded and getting ready to play Thank you

[@D-LinQuint]

I’ve played a lot of golf games but this one I can’t seem to get good lol

[@thesteelehometeam]

OK i got this! Go to SLOWEST swing speed and instead of jamming stick forward, flick it. I am getting perfect 90 plus percent of time!

[@d34nr2k8]

Struggling with this game which i find so frustrating because i love these games but feels like they get harder to play 😔

[@mikeh.9954]

Great content!