THE PLAYBOOK · DP2SX
Know the goal in 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. 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.
An idea for your next attempt
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
The goal to keep in mind
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.
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.
Your inputs
Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Work through an example
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Consider the next action carefully.
Avoid this misunderstanding
No object-ball contact is a foul. A different version of the game may use a different rule. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Read these answers for extra help
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Eight-Ball Pool?
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight.
On this playing page, how do I control Eight-Ball Pool?
Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Eight-Ball Pool?
The key detail is this: Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: No object-ball contact is a foul.
For a quick reminder, what format does Eight-Ball Pool offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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?
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.
