@PalomaMarvel24 First I don't consider myself a cool SIM level player. I just play on SIM settings. And these games should cater to all levels of players... and we should respect each others opinions regardless if we agree or not.
Sometimes if we just listen we learn something. I may not agree with your opinion initially but that doesn't mean you can't change my mind.
As far as what you are experiencing with the game, I agree 100%. The shot types you use are my mainstays in the game. And once inside 72 yards you have a good chance to get the ball up and down.
I do think however the changes with the putting was needed. The hole was way too receptive, where you could pretty much hit the ball as hard as you wanted and it would go in.
I don't have a problem with the lip outs as much as I do with the rollovers we see now.
To make the game challenging we are now playing with stock avatars... no skills or specs. Now getting up and down from anywhere can be a challenge.
Now only chips and putts guarantee that you can leave the ball close to the hole.