Power Golf is played primarily with a top-down view of each hole, and a third-person perspective for hitting the ball. There is also stroke and match play, in addition to a competition mode for up to three players.

The object of the game is simply that of golf: To complete the course with the fewest shots and lowest score.

Game modes:

Stroke Play -- Regular mode where competition is based on the total strokes, lowest number of course, is the winner.
Match Play -- This mode can be against the computer or another player. Players compete for each hole or in Club Match, for each other's clubs.
Competition -- This is the three-player mode. The game operates in the form of a contest and is recommended for players of differing abilities. Driving and pin contests are also included in this mode.