Battle Pool 1.6

• License:

  Free to try; $19.95 to buy

• Editor's Rating:

  4.0 stars

• Average User Rating:

  4.0 stars (out of 1 votes) Rate it!

• Downloads:

  52,962

• Operating Systems:

  Windows 95, Windows Me, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 98

• Additional Requirements:

  Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP

• Limitations:

  15-use trial

• Date Added:

  April 25, 2004

• Previous Versions:

  Select a version Battle Pool 1.5 Battle Pool 1.1 Pool Wars 3.00 Pool Wars 2.3 Pool Wars 1.2

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Publisher's description of Battle Pool

From Top Pop Games:

Line up your shot and take down your enemy's king in this exciting mix of the classic gameplay of pool and the intriguing strategy of chess. A pulsating, futuristic soundtrack sets the tone as soldiers, magicians, and kings do battle in a mythical 3D landscape. You control the action by using your cue to send the enemy's balls straight to the cemetery. Use magic and power-ups to protect your troops and king. Leave the battlefield free of the enemy and you'll be victorious. This nonviolent game is entertaining and intriguing for the whole family.

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Editor's review of Battle Pool

• 4.0 stars

• "Battle Pool"

• Reviewed by: CNET Staff
• Version reviewed: Battle Pool 1.6

This game both innovates and entertains by combining elements of billiards and chess. However, in Battle Pool, the contest takes places not on a felt table or a gameboard but on one of several different islands. Your job is to capture your opponent's king by first sending his or her soldier and magician balls into the graveyard. Firing your balls into certain places give you various power-ups and special powers. When playing against the computer on the medium difficulty setting, we found Battle Pool to be quite challenging, and it took a good deal of strategy to retain the upper hand. The 3D graphics are merely adequate, but the game makes up for this with its large number of customization options. You can alter quite many aspects of the game's appearance, including sky color, island shape, moon style, obstacle type, and ball texture. You also can play against a friend, pick from three difficulty levels, change the ball speed, and disable the sound effects and music. We think a wide range of folks will have a ball with Battle Pool, though fans of billiards or chess will especially appreciate it.

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  Version: Battle Pool 1.6

  "Classy game made into fun-to-play characters."

  by Maverickson on February 16, 2005

  Pros: Fast and simple game based on precission and a little bit of luck. Unique game mix between pool and chess.

  Cons: You cannot develop your own worlds, change music or make your own characters, thus not many options to set.

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