Augusta National goes to the gamers

I haven’t been big on video games — at least in the past 10-12 years or so. (I was unbeatable on NHL95 on Sega Genesis).

But our family recently stepped into the 21st century of video gaming and got an XBOX360. We got it for the Kinect, because we thought our 4-year old would have fun playing some of the games, which he has.

But now — probably much to the disliking of my wife — comes this: “Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12: The Masters“.

They’ve added Augusta National to the list of courses on the wildly successful Tiger Woods video game franchise. The game will feature the voices of David Feherty and Jim Nantz. You’ll be able to choose from more than 20 pro golfers and play 16 courses (Augusta, Royal Melbourne, St. Andrews, Pebble Beach, etc.).

It comes out March 29, 2011. I may put the controller down sometime on MAY 29.

– Assistant Sports Editor Ryan Sharp (rsharp@opubco.com)

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