About Arkadium's 8 Ball Pool
Arkadium, a long-time maker of browser card and board games, keeps things clean and simple in Arkadium's 8 Ball Pool. You play standard eight-ball against an AI opponent: sink your group of balls, then finish with the 8 ball to take the rack.
Two game modes let you choose between relaxed rounds for practicing your stroke and a series of levels that get steadily tougher. Aiming lines show where the cue ball and the target ball will travel, which helps newer players learn angles quickly. Several settings can be adjusted to suit the way you like to play.
How to play Arkadium's 8 Ball Pool
- Mouse - aim the cue and take your shot
- Aiming guide - shows where the balls will travel
- Menu - choose a mode and adjust settings
Playing Arkadium's 8 Ball Pool on a computer
Click Play now, followed by the distributor's PLAY button; a short ad sometimes runs before the table loads. Pick one of the two modes from the menu, where settings can also be adjusted. Every shot uses the mouse: swing the cue around the white ball, follow the aiming guide to see where each ball will travel, and take the shot. Pocket your whole group before going for the 8 ball.
Playing Arkadium's 8 Ball Pool on a phone or tablet
Touch play for this pool table has not been confirmed, and the controls are written for a mouse, where tiny cursor movements fine-tune the cue angle. A fingertip covers too much of the table to line up thin cuts. Rack up games on a computer or Chromebook instead, and when you are on a phone, browse titles labeled "Desktop and mobile".
On a phone right now? Try Basket Random, Amaze and Coreball - they are built for touch screens.
Tips and tricks
- Check the aiming guide to see where the target ball will go before shooting.
- Plan ahead by leaving the cue ball near your remaining balls.
- Save the 8 ball for last, since sinking it early costs you the game.
Game details
| Developer | Arkadium |
|---|---|
| Category | Sports Casual |
| Platform | Desktop (needs a keyboard or mouse) |
| Technology | HTML5 |
| Price | Free |
Arkadium's 8 Ball Pool FAQ
Who do you play against in Arkadium's 8 Ball Pool?
Matches are played against a computer opponent, in either of the two game modes.
Is Arkadium's 8 Ball Pool good for beginners?
Yes. The aiming lines show the path of each shot, which makes it easier to learn angles.
