About Pool 8 Ball
Pool 8 Ball gives you a clean, modern table and two very different ways to use it. Playing by yourself, you're up against a timer, which adds real pressure to what is usually an unhurried game. Sit a friend next to you and it becomes a classic head-to-head on a single device, played by the same rules you'd expect at a real pool hall.
The timed solo mode is where the game stands apart. You start reading the table faster, picking shots that keep the cue ball flowing into position instead of lining up perfect pots one at a time. Two-player matches are slower and more tactical, with room for defensive play and the occasional bold bank shot. Mouse controls on desktop and touch support on phones make it simple to jump into, and it works just as well for a quick round as for a long rivalry.
How to play Pool 8 Ball
- Pick solo play against the timer or a two-player game on the same device.
- Aim the cue with your mouse or finger and set the strength of your shot.
- In two-player games, follow standard 8-ball rules: pot your group of balls, then finish with the black 8.
- In solo mode, keep potting balls efficiently while the timer counts down.
Pool 8 Ball controls
| Input | Action |
|---|---|
| Mouse | Aim the cue and take your shot |
| Touch | Aim and shoot on phones and tablets |
Tips and tricks
- Against the clock, don't overthink each shot; take the clearest pot and keep the cue ball near the middle of the table so the next shot is easy.
- Use medium power most of the time, since hard hits send the cue ball flying and make your next position unpredictable.
- Against a friend, a safety shot that leaves them without a clear pot can be worth more than a risky attempt.
- Break up clusters of balls early, while you still have easier pots to fall back on.
