Shot Online was originally created as a Korean title, then later marketed to the United States.

Debuting in 2004 as a free online download, this game worked its way onto store shelves in 2006 when a retail version was made available.

For each hole completed, the character earns both experience points and in-game currency called NG ("Not Gold").

This classification is based on both a player's level and handicap achievements on specific courses.

There are a wide variety of courses based on real-world locations and fictional designs.

[3] Courses have different green fees, and playing them provides varying bonuses and experience points depending on the difficulty.