8 Ball Live - Billiards Games | Game Brain

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"8 Ball Live - Billiards Games" is a sport game that offers single-player action with great graphics, but can be hindered by occasional bugs. The game is described as an online 8-ball pool billiards game, allowing you to compete with other players in real-time. With its immersive gameplay, you can enjoy the thrill of playing 8-ball pool anytime, anywhere.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

8 Ball Live - Billiards Games screenshot

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,906 reviews

graphics70 positive mentions

monetization113 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and engaging experience with the ability to play against real players, enhancing the competitive aspect.
The graphics and controls are generally well-received, providing a realistic pool experience.
The voice chat feature allows for interaction with opponents, making the gameplay more social and enjoyable.

The game suffers from frequent glitches and connection issues, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
Many players report unfair matchmaking, often being paired against significantly higher-ranked opponents.
The presence of excessive ads disrupts the flow of the game, detracting from the overall enjoyment.

graphics
120 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
58%
32%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their quality and realism, while others criticize them for being glitchy or lacking clarity. Some users express a desire for improvements, particularly in distinguishing between different ball types and enhancing overall visual fidelity. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good, there is a consensus that further upgrades and fixes are needed to elevate the gaming experience.
- “Great graphics, very realistic.”
- “Awesome graphics, ball action, and rewards!”
- “Excellent graphics and good control over the shots.”
- “Horrible graphics and way too much going on the main screen.”
- “Graphics absolutely rubbish.”
- “The graphics of this game are so useless, that's why I will give 1 star to this game.”
monetization
118 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
4%
96%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for its excessive and intrusive advertisements, which disrupt gameplay and frustrate users. Many players report being bombarded with ads after every match, often leading to game freezes and a poor overall experience. While some acknowledge the necessity of ads for funding, the overwhelming frequency and length of these ads have driven many to uninstall the game.
- “Very good game quality, lovely! I'm very happy this pool gives me the experience to grow in skill and body movements. I'm happy there's no ads or funny tricks. I give this game a 5 stars! 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩”
- “Good game! I love this game because there are no ads, and I got 1,000,000 coins and 20,000 cash.”
- “Great game with no ads.”
- “This is the worst 8 ball game I ever played. Literally couldn't do anything at all, couldn't shoot the pool stick, couldn't do anything besides get bombarded with ads. Absolute trash.”
- “The game is good but too many ads and for too long. The only reason why I didn't give you guys a higher rating is that there are way too many ads. I understand you have to pay the bills, but pop-up ads in the middle of your shot... not cool.”
- “Ads are just thrown in your face at the main screen, and it seems like not all of them can be skipped. It's irritating compared to 8 Ball Pool, where you only watch ads when you want to get free stuff.”
stability
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
97%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent freezes and glitches that disrupt gameplay, often resulting in lost turns and frustration for players. Many users report being kicked out of games unexpectedly, experiencing lag during critical moments, and encountering buggy ads. While some players enjoy the game, the overwhelming consensus is that the stability problems detract from the overall experience.
- “No glitches, no interruptions, amazing results.”
- “The graphics are good and the gameplay is smooth, making it enjoyable to play.”
- “The game is fun but it has many glitches.”
- “This was the best app at first, but ever since you guys started all the updates, there are so many glitches now... I'd be in the middle of a game, winning or losing, and I'd just get kicked completely out of the app.”
- “The game freezes up a lot; if it didn't freeze, it would be a good game.”
gameplay
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
35%
18%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players praising the graphics and overall experience, while others criticize lag, bugs, and poor mechanics. Many users express frustration over matchmaking imbalances and the need for improvements in aiming controls and physics. Despite these issues, a portion of players still find the gameplay enjoyable and engaging, indicating potential for future enhancements.
- “The realest closest gameplay from an actual table.”
- “Good graphics and gameplay.”
- “Excellent & fair gameplay.”
- “Don't understand why you are receiving such positive feedback because, in my opinion, there are so many things that need to be fixed before you can have something that is above a 1/2 star rating. The physics of this game are not very good, the graphics I've seen are better, and the control for aiming is absolutely atrocious. The time for shot is terrible considering the amount of time wasted aiming. Gameplay is glitchy, so all in all, it's poor quality and a poor game.”
- “The gameplay is so laggy and has a lot of bugs. I will never play it again until you fix it.”
- “Love the game graphics, but the gameplay sucks... run.”
humor
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with many users finding it entertaining and funny, often describing it as "very funny" or "hilarious." While some players express frustration with certain aspects of the game, the overall sentiment highlights that the humor adds to the enjoyment and engagement of the experience.
- “It's pretty funny next to 8 ball mini clip pool.”
- “Funny, entertaining app.”
- “This game is very funny.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The game's optimization has been criticized for its inconsistent performance, with frequent lags, freezes, and poor network connectivity affecting gameplay. Users have noted unrealistic ball movement and overall sluggishness, indicating a need for significant improvements in this area.
- “Unrealistic ball movement very often; needs improvement. Also, network connection performance is poor, with lags and hangs occurring frequently.”
- “This game sometimes freezes, with the opponent not shown for the next few minutes. Additionally, it is running slowly.”
- “Not smooth performance.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by moments of frustration and heartbreak, particularly when players experience missed opportunities, such as a shot that fails to connect and results in a turnover. These instances evoke strong feelings, reflecting the highs and lows of competitive play.
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The reviews on the music aspect are largely incoherent, but it seems that users express a strong emotional connection to the game's soundtrack, with mentions of favorite songs and a desire for more music options. There is also a suggestion that different versions of the game may offer varied musical experiences. Overall, the music appears to be a significant and appreciated element of the game.
- “Listen to music a lot; it had another version of the game by a different maker.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
The story is generally well-received, with users finding it enjoyable and engaging, particularly noting the interesting missions.
- “The story is really engaging and keeps you hooked.”
- “The narrative is well-crafted and full of unexpected twists.”
- “I loved how the characters developed throughout the story.”