Pure Pool

Pure Pool has a good foundation, however, the rest is filled with holes.

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"Pure Pool" is a realistic pool simulation game that features several modes, including online and local multiplayer, challenging AI opponents, and various customization options. The game boasts impressive graphics and fluid physics, allowing players to experience a lifelike pool game with intuitive controls and immersive gameplay. Whether you're a seasoned pool player or new to the game, "Pure Pool" provides an enjoyable and engaging experience for all.

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65%

Audience ScoreBased on 315 reviews

graphics56 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

Stunning graphics and immersive atmosphere that enhance the overall experience.
Realistic physics engine that accurately simulates the movement of the balls, appealing to both casual players and pool enthusiasts.
Variety of game modes, including online multiplayer, which adds replayability and caters to different skill levels.

Limited single-player content and progression system, which may feel lacking over time.
Frequent technical issues, including connection problems in online play and occasional bugs that disrupt gameplay.
Controls can be sluggish and unintuitive, particularly when using mouse and keyboard, leading to a frustrating experience.

graphics
81 mentions
69 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and realistic physics, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Many reviewers highlight the beautifully rendered environments and detailed pool tables, making it one of the best-looking pool games available. However, some users report issues with optimization and control responsiveness, which can detract from the gameplay experience.
- “Stunning visuals: the game features beautiful graphics, with detailed pool tables and vibrant environments.”
- “The game boasts beautifully rendered graphics that create a realistic atmosphere.”
- “The graphics are stunning, the gameplay is smooth and the physics are spot on.”
- “Despite having a dedicated graphics card, the game will only recognize my integrated graphics, which is fine because the game does not need that much to run, but it is annoying, especially since I told my computer to use my dedicated graphics to run it and the game immediately had a stroke and would not open.”
- “Graphics are ok-ish, balls don't move realistically, camera moves around in a fashion that makes a person want to puke.”
- “I don't know why a developer would put out a game, boasting about its graphics when you can't even utilize the hardware you need to for those graphics to not hinder the gameplay.”
gameplay
43 mentions
51 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The gameplay in Pure Pool is praised for its realistic mechanics and impressive physics, providing an engaging and immersive billiards simulation. While the controls are intuitive and the graphics are stunning, some players note a learning curve for newcomers and frustrations with AI behavior and menu navigation. Overall, the game offers a satisfying experience, particularly for simulation fans, despite some rough edges and limitations in single-player content.
- “This variety keeps the gameplay fresh and caters to different skill levels and preferences.”
- “The physics engine is impressive, accurately replicating the behavior of balls on the table, which adds depth to the gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is great and really enjoyable to play.”
- “Learning curve: new players might face a bit of a learning curve when mastering the mechanics and strategies of the game.”
- “Ui and menus are very delayed, laggy, inputs are delayed, gameplay is wonky, physics don't even seem right.”
- “It's a fun little game, but there isn't much to it gameplay-wise; get it at a sale.”
music
38 mentions
50 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized by a laid-back jazz/lounge soundtrack that many players find relaxing and immersive, complementing the game's realistic pool hall ambiance. However, some users note the limited variety, with only a few songs looping, and express frustration over the inability to turn off the music independently from other audio settings. Overall, while the music enhances the atmosphere, opinions vary on its repetitiveness and the lack of customization options.
- “The ambient sounds of a bustling pool hall, the clack of balls colliding, and the subtle background music create an immersive environment.”
- “The music is absolutely amazing and the devs have given quite a bit of extra content for free.”
- “There's quite a nice jazz soundtrack with a subtle but convincing crowd ambience and along with the great visuals and lack of UI creates a really engaging atmosphere.”
- “The music is laid back elevator smooth jazz/lounge type stuff.”
- “It's actually pretty good except for the fact that there are only about five songs that constantly loop.”
- “This game is nowhere near a full playable game, the 3D graphics may be an exception but all in all this game lacks a bunch of options such as modifying the controls, mouse sensitivity, switching the guidelines on/off or even choosing the music to name a few, not mentioning the ugly user interface it has.”
stability
12 mentions
17 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
83 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and connection issues, particularly in online play. Many users experience significant freezing, difficulty accessing menus, and poor server performance, leading to an overall frustrating experience despite some players finding it enjoyable at times. Overall, the game appears to be poorly optimized for PC, resulting in a lack of stability that detracts from gameplay.
- “Also, the game runs great for me.”
- “The game is not optimized for PC; there are glitches all over the place, and I can't even access the main menu.”
- “I could live with all of that, but what really makes me hate this game is the freezing issue. Every 5 minutes or so, the game freezes and needs to restart. This is unacceptable given that my PC meets the recommended settings, and I have never experienced such a problem with other Steam games.”
- “Multiplayer is laggy and buggy.”
atmosphere
11 mentions
64 % positive mentions
9 % neutral mentions
27 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its beautifully rendered graphics and immersive atmosphere, which features a lively crowd and a classy, mature vibe. The combination of realistic physics, a relaxing ambiance, and a subtle jazz soundtrack enhances the overall experience, making it engaging and enjoyable for players. Despite some minor difficulty issues, the atmosphere remains a standout aspect of the game.
- “The game boasts beautifully rendered graphics that create a realistic atmosphere.”
- “There's quite a nice jazz soundtrack with a subtle but convincing crowd ambience, and along with the great visuals and lack of UI, it creates a really engaging atmosphere.”
- “Pure pool is very realistic and the atmosphere is quite relaxing.”
- “The atmosphere feels lifeless and lacks any real immersion.”
- “Despite the impressive graphics, the atmosphere is flat and uninspired.”
- “The game fails to create a compelling atmosphere, making it hard to stay engaged.”
optimization
8 mentions
38 % positive mentions
25 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues on PC, with users reporting frequent glitches, low FPS, and crashes, particularly on lower-end systems. Many players express frustration with long load times when minimizing the game and hope for future updates to address these performance problems. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, the current state of optimization detracts from the experience.
- “If I'm playing the game to improve my real-life performance, it would be helpful, actually essential to have the option of toggling guidelines.”
- “I do get where they are coming from, but I have hope that Voofoo and the publisher will be releasing optimization updates and patches for improving those situations, and hopefully an improvement to the UI is in the works.”
- “- A graphic optimization for lower PCs (I got a 2.1 MHz processor, but it goes slow also with low settings).”
- “The game is not optimized for PC; there are glitches all over the place, and I can't even access the main menu.”
- “Not optimized; I get low FPS on NVIDIA graphics.”
- “It's a good pool game, but it is poorly optimized for PC. I experienced a lot of crashes until I found the optimal configuration.”
replayability
4 mentions
75 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
25 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is enhanced by competitive elements and social features, making it suitable for gatherings. While the career mode provides numerous tasks to engage players, some reviewers express a desire for a deeper progression system beyond cosmetic rewards.
- “This feature adds a competitive element and extends the game's replayability.”
- “This feature is perfect for social gatherings and adds to the game's replayability.”
- “Career mode does offer a lot of tasks for people to dig into for replayability's sake, though it would've been nicer if there was a deeper layer of progression beyond just cosmetics.”
- “I just wish it was more replayable.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the emotional aspect of the game, citing a lack of effective support and sluggish controls that hinder gameplay. The inability to successfully interact with the game mechanics, such as hitting the ball, contributes to a sense of disappointment and disengagement.
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players find that grinding for stars and achievements in the game can be quite challenging, often leading to a frustrating experience due to the difficulty level.
- “The game can prove to be pretty difficult if you are grinding for stars and achievements.”
story
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The story aspect of Pure Pool is minimal, as the game focuses on the experience of playing rather than a narrative, allowing players to immerse themselves in the competitive nature of each match without the distraction of a defined storyline or ending.