Ultimate 8 Ball Pool

About

"8 Ball Smash: Real 3D Pool" is a sport game that offers a realistic pool experience with its masterful gameplay and excellent 3D visuals. Challenge yourself in multiplayer or solo mode and become the pool royalty on the 3D pool table. However, it is important to note that the game has some bugs that may affect gameplay. The game is described as "3D 8 Ball Pool Table Games: Multiplayer & Solo Billiards, Pool Royale".

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,265 reviews

graphics231 positive mentions

monetization66 negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, with great graphics and smooth gameplay.
Offers a variety of game modes and challenges, making it enjoyable for both casual and competitive players.
No intrusive ads, allowing for a more immersive gaming experience.

The game often feels rigged, with opponents using pay-to-win cue balls that provide unfair advantages.
There are frequent connectivity issues and crashes, leading to lost matches and frustration.
The aiming mechanics can be inconsistent, causing players to miss shots that should be easy.

graphics
277 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
16%
1%
The graphics of the game are consistently praised as exceptional, with many users highlighting their realism and quality, often comparing them favorably to other pool games. Players appreciate the clean visuals and smooth animations, which enhance the overall gameplay experience. However, some users note that while the graphics are impressive, the gameplay mechanics could use improvement to match the visual quality.
- “The graphics are incredible!!!”
- “Absolutely gorgeous graphics and I can play a game after game without having to buy anything because I'm poor.”
- “The graphics are top shelf, and ads are pretty much non-existent.”
- “Actual play graphics, as usual, different (and inferior to) from ad graphics.”
- “The balls don't roll correctly, you can't cue the ball and make it go exactly where it's supposed to, a kind of has a mind of its own... again I wouldn't waste my time seeing how terrible the graphics are and the setup of the game itself.”
- “Unbelievably terrible graphics!!”
monetization
100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
4%
66%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the minimal presence of ads and the option to watch them for bonuses, while others criticize the game for hidden costs and deceptive practices related to in-game purchases. Some users report that the game is enjoyable without intrusive ads, but others feel that the monetization strategy can lead to a frustrating experience, especially when it comes to competitive play and the perceived need to spend money to progress. Overall, the game seems to balance monetization with user experience, though opinions vary widely.
- “There's no ads and no purchase for anything needed at all very fun, so many different events and modes to choose from, win games and get automatic upgrades, chat with users request other users as friends game is hands down the best pool game thus far 👍”
- “The fact that there are no ads in this game makes me give a five star rating.”
- “No ads, great play, great challenges, cool choices for cues and sticks.”
- “Be prepared to spend a lot of money on in-game purchases.”
- “Why ridicule the game of pool with absurd cue balls that are merely designed to squeeze out money by making you watch stupid ads? You all are just money-hungry fools that happen to know a little about software to develop a game... everything you touch is an ad to watch.”
- “Could be fun if it wasn't for the ads and the incessant paywall.”
gameplay
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
31%
6%
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with many praising the graphics and overall mechanics, highlighting the game's fun and realistic controls. However, several users report issues such as inconsistent controls, cheating AI, and frequent glitches that detract from the experience. While some find the gameplay engaging and challenging, others express frustration over repetitive elements and predatory microtransactions.
- “Just wonderful..advanced gameplay tactics, profile picture setup, in-app animations, feeling of a real game in the stadium as they clap after victory.”
- “Gameplay is fantastic, and the adverts are unobtrusive and simply get you a little more loot, which is already plentiful.”
- “Great mechanics, huge variety of balls and cues, constant events and chances to win goodies, and very generous to non-paying players.”
- “I would give it a better rating, perhaps a 3, if it weren't for the fact that the mechanics are laughably incorrect.”
- “What to expect from this game: ●begs for money at every turn ●cheating NPC opponents in every 'hustle' matchup ●inconsistent controls and gameplay ●excruciatingly repetitive and glitchy animation screens ●frequently fails to deliver winnings after events ●no way to minimize or turn off annoying emoji taunts.”
- “Instead it delivers ●inconsistent twitchy controls stop responding mid-game ●constantly cheating AI & gameplay in general ●excruciatingly slow, repetitive & glitchy animation screens ●fails to deliver winnings ●daily missions are often not even possible ●full page banners begging for money at every single menu change.”
stability
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
90%
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with numerous users reporting persistent glitches and freezing issues that disrupt gameplay and lead to forfeits. Many players express frustration over the game freezing during critical moments, causing them to lose matches unfairly. While some users enjoy the game overall, the recurring technical problems significantly detract from the experience, prompting thoughts of uninstallation for several players.
- “No glitches and a lot of content.”
- “Awesome game and no glitches! 😎”
- “It's a good game, and I'm enjoying it more than Miniclip's 8 Ball Pool 🎱 😎. Thanks, y'all! 😊 So far, no glitches or hackers!”
- “Won't even load, get as far as the hyp games logo on startup then freezes so the game doesn't even load.”
- “Every time I download this app it will not even let me play the game and it just sits there and the screen just freezes up. I've tried to download it over five times and I just can't get anything to work.”
- “Enjoying the game, but several times now the game freezes and I lose due to a forfeit.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
150%
Overall, users report that the game runs smoothly and offers a competitive and enjoyable experience, indicating effective optimization. However, there are concerns about the potential for wasted time on performance issues that could detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “The game is competitive, fun, and offers a great variety while running smoothly.”
- “The optimization really enhances the gameplay experience, making everything feel fluid and responsive.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it allows for seamless transitions and minimal lag.”
- “There's no point in forcing players to waste their time on a lost cause when the performance is so poor.”
- “The optimization is so lacking that it feels like the developers didn't even try to address the issues.”
- “It's frustrating to see such potential in the game, but the optimization holds it back significantly.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Users have mixed feelings about the music in the game; while some appreciate the music and sound effects, others report issues such as the music not playing at all despite volume settings. Overall, the music is generally well-received when functioning properly, contributing positively to the gaming experience.
- “Great game, incredible graphics, and I really enjoy the music and sound effects.”
- “The music doesn't play even when my volume is up on the game and my phone!”
- “I've been noticing a lot of glitches, and the music is just not working properly.”
- “It's frustrating that the music is completely absent while I'm trying to enjoy the game.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game useful for passing time in short bursts, such as during waits or breaks. However, the frequent ads can become tedious, leading to a likelihood of players losing interest and seeking alternatives.
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which quickly became boring.”
- “The amount of time required to level up is frustrating, and it often feels like a chore rather than fun.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being overshadowed by frustrating gameplay issues, including inconsistent controls, cheating AI, and repetitive animations. Players feel that the narrative is undermined by frequent glitches and monetization tactics, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The story is filled with inconsistent pacing and fails to engage the player.”
- “The narrative is poorly constructed, leading to a lack of emotional investment.”
- “Character development is shallow, making it hard to care about the outcomes.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is widely regarded as very funny, with players appreciating its humor throughout the experience.
- “This game had me laughing out loud with its clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
- “The humor is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into every aspect, from the characters to the storyline.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The atmosphere is praised for its impressive graphics, creating an engaging environment, although the zoom view feature received negative feedback.
- “The atmosphere is immersive, with stunning graphics that draw you into the game world.”
- “The ambiance created by the visuals and sound design truly enhances the overall experience.”
- “Every detail contributes to a captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged throughout the game.”