3D Live Pool for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffApril 30, 2019

With its realistic graphics and attractive interface, 3D Live Pool makes playing pool on the computer just as fun as the real deal.

The game controls are easy to use, with helpful directions in the bottom left of the screen. Gameplay depends heavily on the use of the mouse, which allows users to adjust their view of the table and cue position. The speed of the mouse movement determines the force with which the cue hits the ball, a feature that does a nice job of simulating the real thing. Users can play against the computer or another player, and we found the computer to be a fair adversary. Users of the trial version can choose between three difficulty levels; purchase of the game adds two more. The trial version also limits users to 8-ball and a bonus game; purchase of the full version adds eight more. Players can participate in network play with other users, although the game must be hosted by a player using the full version of the software.

The Help file contains simple instructions for gameplay as well as rules for the various games. Our only major complaint is that the manual opens in Internet Explorer, which can be slow and annoying for users of other browsers. In addition to the limitations on difficulty levels and game types, the trial version of this game is good for only 15 days. The program leaves a folder in the program files upon uninstallation. However, we highly recommend this program for any user looking to pass the time with a game of pool.

What’s new in version 2.70

Version 2.70 has fixed a few bugs and improved the graphics.

3D Live Pool for Windows

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GENERAL

Release: January 14, 2009

Latest update: April 30, 2019

Version: 2.70

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 2003
Windows 98
Windows 2000
Windows Vista
Windows 10
Windows ME
Windows XP

Additional Requirements: Windows 98/Me/2000/XP/2003 Server/Vista

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 874,277

Downloads Last Week: 1

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User Reviews

3.3/5

25 User Votes

So far for a freebe it's the best I've used.
ricksinn1December 21, 2012
Pros
Has a little stick control and cue strike spot
Cons
but can't finesse stick drive on a cue draw back shot. Still hard to get accurate aim after all it is a flat screen.
Summary
One of the best 'pool-lite' I hope I read that part right, where "lite" implies you can play the limited version forever. If not thank you. RickS
Pretty good ont great
misterdownloaderDecember 24, 2009
Pros
It haves a 3D environment,Much better than those old looking 2D pool games that were common 10 years ago and still common today.Keys and mouse configuration to aim and add english are very good
Cons
Online play dosn't have it's own server where everyone can join in .You have to host a game and play against a friend .Send your friend isp address and they can join your game.Bumpers are a little dead.
Summary
Not bad but needs improvement<br /><br /><span class='notifyMsg'> Updated </span>on Dec 24, 2009<p/>Pretty good not great
not very accurate
Majadi655July 3, 2009
Pros
nice background
Cons
not easy to line up shots
Summary
Just too hard to line up shots
would not load properly, cue would not strike
GeoffDon81June 19, 2009
Pros
?what was to like?
Cons
couldn't run it to either like it or worry about it.
Summary
scrubbed it off the diski
Good software
FroggeryJune 17, 2009
Pros
Responsive
Cons
Limited views
Summary
Worth playing
Excellent program been having fun for several versions
deejay4252June 9, 2009
Pros
probably as realistic as you can get without actually holding a stick and bending over a table. is LISPS sure he is playing the same programme !!
Cons
can't really think of any
Summary
very good graphics, excellent and easy configuration to your own taste plenty of option for differnet games could quite easily play for hours on end given the chance
Great if you like losing!
hcreeksideMay 30, 2009
Pros
The graphics are great and the sounds realistic.
Cons
Playing it, I felt like I was being hustled. Miss the ball once and then the computer takes over and often sinks all the remaining balls rarely giving me a 2nd chance.
Summary
It's great if you like having high blood pressure. I've played other pool games and while I'm not great at it, I'm not as bad as with this one. I need to play about 30 games before the computer will let me win one. It's addictive because of the graphics but I often feel as if the computer is programmed to cheat. It didn't matter how soft I hit the balls, my ball would often bounce off the edge or just sit on the edge and go in, that hardly ever happens when the computer shoots. It was as if every other shot I took was either a foul or a scratch, something the computer doesn't do. I've got it set at the basic level but I feel like I'm playing against a pro. Not everyone is a professional, if I was then I'd be in a real pool hall instead of playing this at home. Basic to me should be for everyone's enjoyment. I'm looking for a new pool game, the graphics too me aren't worth the frustration I feel everytime I try to play this game. I've had this game for a number of months and I really tried to win and really tried not to get upset but it's not possible, I now understand why people get so fed up they want to throw their computer out the window. I didn't but I've been tempted. It basically boils down to what you like, if you don't mind not winning then go for it, if you like a challenge and can handle not winning, again, go for it. If you really like to win once in a while, don't. I know, it's a computer game, if you want to win play the game for real, not against a computer. Like I said, for me it's supposed to be just a fun family game. So far, no one in my family likes it and it really is only because you have such a small chance of ever winning. Other than that, it's fun and the graphics are spectacular, but I want to occassionally win, especially when I'm trying my best. And if I choose basic level then I expect to play against a mediocre player, not a pool hustler.
WASTE OF TIME
lispsMay 27, 2009
Pros
THEY WILL ALWAYS WIN
Cons
THEY WILL ALWAYS BE IN EASY SET-UP OF THE WHITE BALL BUT YOU CAN ONLY HAVE A OVERHEAD SHOT AT THE WHITE
Summary
SORRY I WASTED MY MONEY ON THIS GAME
its good
reek55August 7, 2008
Pros
3d
Cons
none
Summary
thanx
18.apurvaDecember 14, 2007
Pros
it is cool
Cons
dnt kne
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By Top Pop Games

Play a 3D game of pool on your computer.