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Getting started with Eight-Ball Pool
Try Eight-Ball Pool at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Play casual eight-ball with the rules shown here. Called pockets and special tournament break rules are not used.
Practice with a purpose
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Notice the feedback after each input.
What counts as success
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Work through the instructions
- 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.
Controls
Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
An example before you play
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Consider the next action carefully.
Avoid this misunderstanding
No object-ball contact is a foul. Compare the situation with the worked example. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Game-specific help
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Eight-Ball Pool?
Keep this in mind: Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight.
Before I begin, how do I control Eight-Ball Pool?
Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot.
While learning, what example helps explain Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses.
What should I watch out for in Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: No object-ball contact is a foul.
Before I begin, 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.
As a new player, which play mode does Eight-Ball Pool use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Where should I start with Eight-Ball Pool?
Break the rack.
Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Eight-Ball Pool?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For a quick reminder, how can I find Eight-Ball Pool again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
When I return, how do I report an issue with Eight-Ball Pool?
Keep this in mind: 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.