The game uses a course-focused golf presentation in which the player advances through the holes of St Andrews. The objective is to complete the round in as few strokes as possible while avoiding hazards and positioning shots for the next stroke.

Play centers on choosing an appropriate club, aiming, setting shot power, and responding to the course layout. Progression follows the hole sequence rather than a character or equipment-driven campaign. Specific alternate modes and multiplayer options are not documented reliably for the DOS release.

Study each hole before committing to a shot. Favor safe landing areas over maximum distance when bunkers, rough, or other hazards make an aggressive line risky.

Use conservative club selection around the greens and plan the next stroke before taking the current one. Because the exact interface and shot-setting model can vary by version, rely on the on-screen indicators rather than undocumented input assumptions.