Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : 2.0 Ghz Mémoire vive : 4 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Reasonable DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 11 Processeur : 2.0 Ghz Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : Reasonable DirectX : Version 11 Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible
8 Ball by Pokerist™
Microtransactions surface repeatedly, appearing seven times in player discussions, and the game’s billiards core keeps players hooked. Overall, the title holds a Mostly Positive label on Steam, with 72% of the 127 sampled reviews rating it favorably.
What it's about: Jouez au jeu de billard aux graphismes les plus réalistes du moment ! Jouez gratuitement avec des millions de joueurs du monde entier !
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In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 18 | 13 | 1 | 4 |
| Multiplayer | 9 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| Content / longevity | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Value for money | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Performance | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Stability / bugs | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Interface / UX | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Story / writing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 5.1 h on median; those who dislike it: 2.7 h.
🪤 47 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time
% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Gameplay draws most praise: 13 positive mentions out of 18
- Players who invest 2–10 hours report the highest satisfaction, 81% positive among 27 reviewers
- Long‑term engagement is strong: 38 reviewers logged over 25 hours, with 74% positive sentiment
- Overall Steam sentiment is solid, 72% of the 127 total reviews are positive
Weaknesses
- Performance is a pain point: 3 negative mentions out of 3
- Price is widely criticized: 5 negative mentions out of 5
- Bugs generate consistent complaints: 3 negative mentions out of 3
- Multiplayer suffers: only 1 positive versus 8 negative mentions
Who is it for?
Casual players who enjoy quick billiards matches and don’t mind a micro‑transaction model will find plenty to play. Those seeking flawless performance or a deep narrative should temper expectations.
Is 8 Ball by Pokerist™ worth it in 2026?
Yes for the right audience, despite some caveats: 72% of 127 Steam reviews are positive (player score 65/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay draws most praise. The game is free to play.
Verdict
8 Ball by Pokerist™ delivers solid core gameplay that satisfies most casual sessions, as reflected by its 72% positive Steam rating. Yet technical hiccups, a criticized pricing structure, and a troubled multiplayer experience hold it back from broader acclaim. Players who can overlook these flaws will still appreciate the accessible, fast‑paced billiards fun.
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