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Follow the steps for Eight-Ball Pool
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Eight-Ball Pool. Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Look at what changes after your first action. 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.
A focus for your next round
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Keep the objective visible.
Aim for this result
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Start here and follow along
- 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 to interact with the game
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.
Follow the example
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the controls nearby.
A mistake to avoid
No object-ball contact is a foul. Check the rule before repeating the action. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Answers about the rules and controls
For my first round, what is the goal of Eight-Ball Pool?
The key detail is this: Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight.
When I return, how do I control Eight-Ball Pool?
The key detail is this: Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Eight-Ball Pool?
Keep this in mind: Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Eight-Ball Pool?
Keep this in mind: No object-ball contact is a foul.
When I return, 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.
For my first round, 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.
Before I begin, where should I start with Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: Break the rack.
For a quick reminder, do I need an account or a payment for Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: 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?
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?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.