The game's main new feature will be a dynamic and freely modifiable game system, with the help of Tiger Woods' personal trainer Hank Haney. Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 09 will also offer an upgraded version of EA SPORTS™ GamerNet, with improved intuitive controls and expanded customization options, as well as an all-new engine for online mode (requires internet connection).

Are you trying to make your ball fly far and straight? Are you trying to attack the hole with a pass? As you take to the course this year to fight for the FedEx Cup championship, Coach Haney, a brand new addition to this year's game, will be helping you develop your career. In Tiger Woods PGA TOUR 09, the player's skill level is dynamic and constantly adapts to the situation in the current round, just like on the real course. After each round, Haney summarizes the player's performance. Thanks to this rating system, everyone from beginners to golf masters will enjoy the game to the fullest.

EA SPORTS GamerNet is an online technology that has been significantly redesigned for Tiger Woods 09, especially in terms of the user interface. EA SPORTS GamerNet competitions, such as drive length, passing accuracy and putting, are available directly in all game modes, and players will be able to instantly upload their fairway scores. EA SPORTS GamerNet also offers brand new daily scoreboards and other user-modifiable competitions to suit all individual player styles.

The online mode has also been expanded to include Simultaneous Play. This all-new game engine allows up to four players to play on a single hole at the same time, allowing them to get into their rhythm and tee off when they are ready, making each round much more exciting and faster than ever before.