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Rules, controls and help for 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. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. 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.
Practice beyond the first move
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your objective
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
The order of play
- 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.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
An example before you play
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Verify the rule before continuing.
Keep this in mind
No object-ball contact is a foul. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Clarifying the way this game works
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Eight-Ball Pool?
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight.
How do I control Eight-Ball Pool?
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.
While reading the Guide, 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?
Keep this in mind: Play casual eight-ball with the rules shown here. Called pockets and special tournament break rules are not used.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Eight-Ball Pool use?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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?
Keep this in mind: Break the rack.
While reading the Guide, 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.
Before I begin, how can I find Eight-Ball Pool again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
Before I begin, 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.