Game guide · BJ-TYZ
Making your first moves in Eight-Ball Pool
Open Eight-Ball Pool, check the instructions and begin a round. Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. Use the example below to understand a decision. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Play casual eight-ball with the rules shown here. Called pockets and special tournament break rules are not used.
One thing to notice as you play
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you need to achieve
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Follow these playing steps
- 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. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Put the rules into context
Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Check the stated objective.
One detail worth checking
No object-ball contact is a foul. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Further help with the game
As a new player, what is the goal of Eight-Ball Pool?
Clear your assigned group, then legally pocket the eight.
While learning, how do I control Eight-Ball Pool?
Touch to aim/place cue ball; set angle and power; Shoot.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Eight-Ball Pool?
For clarity: Pocketing eight before clearing your group loses.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Eight-Ball Pool?
Keep this in mind: No object-ball contact is a foul.
As a new player, 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.
While reading the Guide, 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.
Where should I start with Eight-Ball Pool?
Break the rack.
For this browser game, 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 this browser game, 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.
For my first round, 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.