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Read before your next round of Eight-Ball Pool
Make Eight-Ball Pool your next activity in the game library. Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. 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.
Take a closer look while playing
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Make the next step deliberately.
What you are aiming for
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Making your moves
- 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.
How your actions work
Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. A new-round button replaces the current round.
A closer look at one example
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Check the stated objective.
Where a round can go wrong
No object-ball contact is a foul. Compare the situation with the worked example. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Further help with the game
As a new player, what is the goal of Eight-Ball Pool?
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight.
As a new player, how do I control Eight-Ball Pool?
The key detail is this: Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot.
For my first round, what example helps explain Eight-Ball Pool?
The key detail is this: Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: No object-ball contact is a foul.
When I return, what format does Eight-Ball Pool offer?
For clarity: Play casual eight-ball with the rules shown here. Called pockets and special tournament break rules are not used.
Before I begin, 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.
For my first round, where should I start with Eight-Ball Pool?
Break the rack.
While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Eight-Ball Pool?
No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
How can I find Eight-Ball Pool again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While reading the Guide, 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.
