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Find your footing in Eight-Ball Pool
Eight-Ball Pool gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Use the example below to understand a decision. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Play casual eight-ball with the rules shown here. Called pockets and special tournament break rules are not used.
Try a more deliberate round
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Refer to the controls when needed.
The purpose of your moves
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Check the rules when you are unsure.
A walkthrough of the rules
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. A new-round button replaces the current round.
Try this example
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Take a moment to compare.
A useful caution
No object-ball contact is a foul. Check the rule before repeating the action. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Further help with the game
When I return, what is the goal of Eight-Ball Pool?
The key detail is this: Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot.
For my first round, what example helps explain Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Eight-Ball Pool?
No object-ball contact is a foul.
While learning, what format does Eight-Ball Pool offer?
Keep this in mind: Play casual eight-ball with the rules shown here. Called pockets and special tournament break rules are not used.
Which play mode does Eight-Ball Pool use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
For a quick reminder, where should I start with Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: Break the rack.
As a new player, do I need an account or a payment for Eight-Ball Pool?
The key detail is this: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For my first round, how can I find Eight-Ball Pool again?
For clarity: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
