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International Open Golf Championship is a golf simulation game released in 1993 for the MS-DOS platform. Developed by RISC and published by Ocean Software Ltd., the game presents a behind-the-view perspective of the golfer and the course. It is structured as a comprehensive golfing experience featuring multiple game formats and competitive tiers.

Players control a golfer across various terrains and locations, with the primary objective being to complete rounds under different rule sets. The game includes several modes such as skins, foursomes, matchplay, strokeplay, practice, and fourball. Progression is tied to skill levels, starting from amateur and advancing through professional to master standards. A key gameplay system involves planning and executing shots, with the game providing a bird's eye tracking view of each stroke to help players analyze their performance on each hole. The simulation also incorporates a handicap system, and player statistics can be saved to a floppy disk for portability between computers.

The game world is rendered in real-time 3D, aiming for a realistic depiction of the golf course landscapes. This visual presentation supports the core gameplay of assessing each shot and understanding the layout and challenges of every course. The ability to transfer a player's character and statistical data facilitates continuity when playing on different systems, which is integrated into the game's handicap and progression mechanics.