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Making your first moves in Eight-Ball Pool
Take a moment with Eight-Ball Pool before moving to another game. 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.
Take a closer look while playing
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Understand the aim
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Making your moves
- 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 use the controls
Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use one clear input at a time.
See how the rules apply
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Consider the next action carefully.
Check this before moving on
No object-ball contact is a foul. Check the rule before repeating the action. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
Questions that come up during play
What is the goal of Eight-Ball Pool?
Keep this in mind: Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight.
On this playing page, how do I control Eight-Ball Pool?
Keep this in mind: Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Eight-Ball Pool?
Here is the relevant explanation: Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Eight-Ball Pool?
Keep this in mind: No object-ball contact is a foul.
While learning, 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.
As a new player, 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 a quick reminder, where should I start with Eight-Ball Pool?
Here is the relevant explanation: Break the rack.
When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Eight-Ball Pool?
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?
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.
While learning, 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.