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Licensed by snooker player Jimmy White, this game is a simulation of not only the British game of snooker, but also of the three main variations of pool. The game is viewed in detailed 3D, allowing you to rotate the table at all angles, either from overhead or using the cue position as a base. Taking a shot involves setting the exact pace and spin of it, and considering what each contact will do to the position of the cue ball, and any balls you may wish to pot afterwards. In the snooker mode playing accurate 'safety' shots (to prevent your opponent scoring) becomes important as well). In each mode there are 10 computer opponents, and matches can consist of up to 9 frames. A trick-shot editor is also included, allowing you to practice shots and set up challenges. Replays and an undo mode are also included.
A game of pool (billiards) developed by William George Brown and Ted Lewis in 1954 on the MIDSAC computer, intended primarily to showcase the computing power of the MIDSAC. "The game displayed a 2-inch rendition of the pool cue for the players to line up their shots and ran a simulation of the colliding and ricocheting balls in real-time, implementing a full game of a cue ball and 15 frame balls for two players. Graphics were drawn in real-time on a monochrome 13" point plotting X-Y display, the screen being updated by the program 40 times a second (that is, in a normal in-game situations with 2 to 4 balls moving at once). However, for time constraints, the table and its pockets weren’t drawn by the computer graphics, but were rather drawn manually onto the display using a grease pencil." - Norbert Landsteiner for masswerk.at
Women's Professional Billiard Association's star sensation Jeanette Lee teams up with developer Celeris, Inc. to create the third installation of the Virtual Pool series by publisher Interplay. Featuring a new single player mode and online gaming capabilities to accommodate multiplayer action over a LAN or a modem, Virtual Pool 3 Featuring Jeanette Lee continues the tradition that made previous installments a commercial success. The game offers numerous game modes from which to choose, including a career mode that allows you to begin as a local player and move up through six stages on the proverbial success ladder. You can also play head-to-head against Jeanette Lee (aka "Black Widow"), adjust camera angles, set up shots, play in a tournament with 4, 8, 16 or 32 players and choose from 9-ball, 8-ball, straight pool and several other game configurations.
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An arcade-style 8-ball pool game with rotating score multipliers assigned to the table's pockets.
Billiards, as the title suggests, is a billiards game. The game features a pocket gamemode and a trickshot gamemode. There is also a tutorial mode where the mechanics of the game are explained to the player.
One of the most popular games in the world has now been accurately recreated for you to enjoy at home. Using state of the art physics combined with easy to use control systems, International Pool Championship will son have you playing like a Pro as you move through the tables with intuitive game guides. TV style camera angles allow you to get the most from the game play and you can even play head to head in the competitive 2 player mode. Game Features - Play US,UK or 9 Ball Pool against up to 32 opponents! - Play in multiple game modes from Novice through to actual Pro-Style pol tournament tables. - Pick the game type to suit your skill level. From Rookie through Pro to Championship level, you’ll soon rise through the ranks. - Play against friends, family and a huge data base of computer players – or even against the clock. - Choose between knockout or compete in leagues. - Fantastic stats and facts options provide detail as you progress.