Cheats, hints, tips, and walkthroughs for the latest and greatest way to play pool wherever you go! Do you love playing a heated game of pool but hate leaving the house, or at least interacting with people in face-to-face social situations? Did you get banned from the local pool hall for being “too aggressive”? Never fear, because the good people at Miniclip are here to make sure you never have to go another day without playing your favorite barroom game, as long as you have your iOS or Android device close at hand. Keep reading for our complete guide to this fun and competitive online pool game!
Miniclip has produced some pretty great sports games in the past like iStunt and Ping Pong, so it’s no surprise to see them adapt another beloved game for mobile devices. 8 Ball Pool is a very simple game that will come naturally to anyone who has ever played a video golf game, as its method of aiming and powering your cue is similar (but simpler) to these types of games. Unless you unlock practice mode, you’ll be honing your skills against real players from around the world. This might seem like a daunting and embarrassing way to start playing the game, but in reality, it will make you that much more savvy a player by necessity. Instead of competing against a computer, you’ll be seeing how real people react to situations and learning from that experience, which is much more valuable in the long run. If you’re still nervous or can’t seem to get the better of your human opponents, read on for our 8 Ball Pool tips and tricks.
8 Ball Pool Tip #1: Take the Tutorial Slowly
- You’ll only get one practice shot when you load up 8 Ball Pool for the first time, so make sure you use it wisely to get a handle on the controls. They’re pretty simple, but you want to be your best for your first opponent!
- Drag your finger around the screen to change the angle of your cue. The circle next to the point of impact for the cue ball will indicate which direction each ball will travel after the collision. Line the outside line up with the pocket to sink your first ball.