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Rules, controls and help for Eight-Ball Pool
Start Eight-Ball Pool by looking at the playing area and its controls. 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. 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.
An idea for your next attempt
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. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.
The playing sequence
- 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Try this example
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the controls nearby.
Pay attention to this rule
No object-ball contact is a foul. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Questions that come up during play
Before I begin, what is the goal of Eight-Ball Pool?
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight.
Before I begin, how do I control Eight-Ball Pool?
Here is the relevant explanation: Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot.
On this playing page, 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?
Keep this in mind: No object-ball contact is a foul.
When I return, 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.
When I return, 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.
While learning, where should I start with Eight-Ball Pool?
Here is the relevant explanation: Break the rack.
On this playing page, 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 my first round, 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.
For my first round, 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.