8 Ball Pool is based on the simulated pool games with a strong focus on the PvP gameplay. However, it doesn’t necessarily rule out new players who are neither familiar with pool games in real life, nor confident about the thrilling PvP mode. There are a few things new gamers can bear in mind to kick a good start on 8 Ball Pool without many detours and struggles.

The first thing to do is of course to learn about the basic rules of the game. Although this game is based on realistic pool games, it is also a fast-paced mobile version which to some degree simplifies many tedious technicalities. Therefore, it is definitely worth a few minutes to prime yourself with the basics. Among those rules, the most important one is the time-limit. This game is played with a ticking clock and any time violation would cause penalties and fouls. Sometimes even if you are not sure what movement should be taken, it is still better to make one move rather than doing nothing at all, because a violation would only bring advantage to your competitors.

Another important factor in this sports simulation game lies in the control of movements. Namely, the precision of your shots is critical in your game performance. The bottom line is that each shot must touch your own ball first before it hits your competitor’s. At the same time, the shooting ball also needs to touch the fringe of the pool table. On top of that, you can practice and refine your shooting accuracy in three dimensions: straight, curve and spin.

For new players who are not very familiar with the game control, it is always recommended to play the practice mode before diving into the intensive PvP games. Although it takes 25 coins to play the practice mode, it is definitely worth the cost. Doing so can bring players with a good sense of control and concentration right before a real game. This also increases your chance of winning which in return brings much more rewards than the coins you spend on practice.