8 Ball Pool is a popular billiards game played on a rectangular table with six pockets. The objective is to pocket all your designated balls (either solids or stripes) and then sink the 8-ball to win. Setup: 1. Racks:The game starts with a triangle rack of 15 balls, with the 8-ball in the center. 2. Break Shot: One player breaks the rack by striking the cue ball from behind the head string. At least four balls must hit a cushion or a ball must be pocketed to make a legal break. Gameplay: 1. Choosing Groups: After the break, the player who pockets a ball chooses either solids (1-7) or stripes (9-15). 2. Turns: Players take turns, trying to pocket their balls. If a player fails to hit their designated ball first or scratches (cue ball goes in a pocket), the opponent takes their turn. 3. Winning: After all of one’s designated balls are pocketed, the player must call and pocket the 8-ball to win. Fouls: Common fouls include scratching, failing to hit the correct ball first, or not hitting a cushion. A foul usually results in ball-in-hand for the opponent. Enjoy the strategy and skill involved in 8 Ball Pool!