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Controls

Use the mouse
Tap the screen
Use the keyboard
Arrow keys to move
W A S D to move
Space to jump or act

About the game

Cue Critters is a cosy cartoon pool game with real 2D billiard physics. Drag on the table to aim, follow the guide line that shows where the white ball and the ball you hit will go, add back spin, top spin or side spin and pull the power bar to shoot. Balls roll, spin and click like the real thing, and every pot gets sparkles and a cheer.

Climb the Career ladder against eight cute animal champions, from Nibbles the hamster in the Seed Café to Duchess Velvet in the Velvet Palace, in 8-ball and 9-ball matches that get tougher every step. Earn up to three stars per match (win, no fouls, pot three balls in one turn) and coins for new cues and table cloths. Play a quick match against an Easy, Medium or Hard computer, or challenge a friend on the same device in 2 player mode.

How to play

Press the cue and move it around the ball to aim (or tap a ball). Use the fine aim wheel for tiny moves.
Pull the power bar and let go to shoot.
Tap the white ball button to add spin: low spin pulls the ball back, high spin rolls it on.
8-ball: pot your group (solids or stripes), then the black 8. 9-ball: always hit the lowest ball first and pot the 9 to win.
After a foul your rival gets ball in hand and can place the white ball anywhere.
Keyboard: ← → aim (Shift = slow), hold Space for power, W A S D spin, P pause.

Tips and tricks

Trust the guide line: it shows where the white ball goes and which way the ball you hit will travel. Line that path up with the pocket first, then think about power.
Don't blast every shot. A medium hit keeps the white ball near the middle of the table and leaves an easier next shot; use the fine aim wheel for thin cuts.
Use spin to set up your next shot: low spin pulls the white ball back, high spin makes it roll on after contact, and side spin changes how it bounces off the cushions.
In 8-ball, sink your whole group (solids 1–7 or stripes 9–15) before you go for the black 8. Potting the 8 too early loses the frame.
In 9-ball you must always hit the lowest ball first, but potting the 9 on a legal shot wins straight away, so look for combinations that knock it in early.
Every foul gives your rival ball in hand anywhere on the table. When there is no safe pot, a soft shot that touches the right ball is better than a risky one.

Features

Career against 8 animal champions in 8 venues, from Nibbles in the Seed Café to Duchess Velvet in the Velvet Palace
8-ball and 9-ball rules with fouls and ball in hand
Quick match against an Easy, Medium or Hard computer, first to 1, 2 or 3 frames
2 players mode for two people on the same device
Real 2D billiard physics with back spin, top spin and side spin
Pro shop with 6 cues and 6 table cloths; the Golden Crown cue is the reward for beating the champion
Long or short aim line, fine aim wheel and your own stats
Mouse, touch and keyboard controls

Frequently asked questions

Is Cue Critters free?

Yes. It is a free online pool game that runs in your browser on computer, tablet and phone, with no download and no account. It is made for landscape, so turn your phone sideways.

Can I play pool with a friend?

Yes. Choose 2 players and pass the device back and forth: you can pick 8-ball or 9-ball and play first to 1, 2 or 3 frames. There is no online play.

How do I get 3 stars in a Career match?

Each star has its own goal: win the match, make no fouls in the whole match, and pot 3 balls in one turn at least once.

How do I earn coins for new cues?

Career wins pay the most, especially the first time you beat an opponent, and extra stars add more. Quick matches pay 15, 25 or 40 coins on Easy, Medium or Hard, and even a loss gives 5 coins.

Is my progress saved?

Yes. Career stars, unlocked opponents, coins, cues, cloths and stats are saved automatically in your browser on that device.

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