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Learn the rules of Eight-Ball Pool
Make Eight-Ball Pool your next activity in the game library. Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. 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.
A focus for your next round
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The purpose of your moves
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.
How a round unfolds
- 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.
Keyboard and screen controls
Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot. Use the control method described here for this activity. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
Work through an example
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Notice the change in the playing area.
Pay attention to this rule
No object-ball contact is a foul. Check the rule before repeating the action. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Helpful answers for players
While learning, what is the goal of Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight.
For this browser game, how do I control Eight-Ball Pool?
Here is the relevant explanation: Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot.
For this browser game, 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?
Here is the relevant explanation: No object-ball contact is a foul.
For my first round, what format does Eight-Ball Pool offer?
For clarity: Play casual eight-ball with the rules shown here. Called pockets and special tournament break rules are not used.
For my first round, which play mode does Eight-Ball Pool use?
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?
The key detail is this: Break the rack.
As a new player, do I need an account or a payment for Eight-Ball Pool?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
How can I find Eight-Ball Pool again?
Keep this in mind: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
For this browser game, how do I report an issue with Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: 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.