In 1989, Bruce Carver, President of Access Software, drew significant inspiration from the success of the Leader Board series, which had gained popularity on platforms such as the Amiga, Commodore 64, and ZX Spectrum. Among these titles, World Class Leader Board stood out as highly advanced, surpassing its competitors in quality. However, despite its innovations, it remained a traditional golf game, offering only a basic recreation of the sport with limited simulations of wind, terrain effects, and shot deviations.

Carver later cited the Leader Board series as the direct inspiration for his next project, one that would take golf simulation to the next level. Conceived and developed between 1989 and 1990, this new vision materialized as Links: The Challenge of Golf. Unlike its predecessor, Links was not merely an evolution of the Leader Board series but a groundbreaking and entirely new experience, redefining the genre with unprecedented realism.

Access Software, Inc. was an American video game developer headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. Founded in November 1982 by Bruce Carver and Chris Jones, the company became known for creating numerous popular and award-winning games. Below, you'll find a presentation showcasing the talented individuals behind Access Software and the innovative techniques they used to develop their state-of-the-art graphics.