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Eight-Ball Pool: from controls to your first round
Make Eight-Ball Pool your next activity in the game library. Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Play casual eight-ball with the rules shown here. Called pockets and special tournament break rules are not used.
Practice with a purpose
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Notice the feedback after each input.
Understand the aim
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
How a round unfolds
- Break the rack.
- First legal group pot assigns solids/stripes.
- Hit your group first and pocket a ball or contact a rail.
- Fouls grant ball in hand.
- Play the eight after your group was cleared.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot. Use the control method described here for this activity. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
A closer look at one example
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Look for the relevant detail.
One detail worth checking
No object-ball contact is a foul. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
Further help with the game
When I return, what is the goal of Eight-Ball Pool?
Keep this in mind: Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight.
While learning, how do I control Eight-Ball Pool?
Keep this in mind: Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot.
What example helps explain Eight-Ball Pool?
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Eight-Ball Pool?
No object-ball contact is a foul.
As a new player, what format does Eight-Ball Pool offer?
Play casual eight-ball with the rules shown here. Called pockets and special tournament break rules are not used.
While learning, which play mode does Eight-Ball Pool use?
The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.