Update launches April 2nd as largest content addition since release
EA Play members gain access starting April 4th
Four major courses and Jack Nicklaus join at no additional cost
Major Course Additions
Valhalla Golf Course joins as 2024 PGA Championship venue in Louisville, Kentucky. The Nicklaus-designed course features wide fairways, large undulating greens, and strategic water hazards. Career mode rotates PGA Championship between Valhalla, Oak Hill, and Southern Hills. The parkland-style layout reflects modern championship design standards.
Historic Course Integration
Pinehurst No. 2 enters with its Donald Ross-designed crowned greens and strategic bunkers. The North Carolina course leads America in hosting single golf championships, including U.S. Open and PGA Championships. Royal Troon introduces its famous “Postage Stamp” eighth hole, deep bunkers, and Scottish coastal challenges. Augusta National Par 3 Course arrives as traditional venue for Masters week Par 3 Contest.
Course Availability
All new courses feature in:
Quick Play mode
Private Match options
Online tournament rotation
Tournament playlist selection
Ryder Cup formats (Pinehurst No. 2 and Valhalla only)
Golden Bear Integration
Jack Nicklaus joins with:
Custom swing animation (available in store rotation)
Four unique outfits
Personal golf club set
Playable in all pro golfer modes
Season 11 Pro Pass Features
Premium tier includes:
Spring-themed apparel
Nicklaus club collection
Signature outfit options
J.LINDEBERG “KV Tour – Azalea” outfit completion reward
’65 Masters Ball Spec (free tier)
New Challenge Modes
Two series added:
“Drive Chip and Putt” junior competition experience
“Jack Nicklaus” career highlights featuring major victories
Technical Updates
Game improvements include:
Extended matchmaking search (5 minutes)
Updated swing animations
Equipment color corrections
Course detail refinements
Career mode outfit selection fix
Updated player imagery
Stability enhancements
Bottom Line
EA Sports PGA Tour Season 11 delivers comprehensive expansion on April 2nd. The update increases course total to 39 and playable pros to 23. All content remains free for existing players with EA Play members accessing updates starting April 4th.
Mark Perry: Editor-in-Chief of Golf News Nation
Mark Perry, with 15 years in sports journalism, is the latest addition to Golf News Nation, bringing deep experience despite only starting golf in 2021. His fresh love for the game complements his expertise in sports analysis, offering a novel perspective to golf journalism. Even as a new golfer, Mark's dedication to providing insightful, factual, and engaging content is unwavering. He adeptly blends respect for golf's traditions with an understanding of its evolving aspects. At Golf News Nation, he's become instrumental in nurturing a community for golfers of all levels. Mark's passion for the sport and commitment to its community enriches his writing, ensuring a broad appeal to all golf enthusiasts.
EMAIL: mark.perry@golfnewsnation.com
Quote from Mark Perry
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