# Cueist > Realistic pool and snooker simulation game with multiple ball and cue sport variations. (iPhone/iPad app by Natsuko Asakura.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cueist/id1044819635 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Natsuko Asakura](https://appshunter.io/developer/324541582) - Category: Games, Entertainment, Simulation, Sports - Price: $4.99 - Rating: 2.00/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 9.0 · 167 MB - Languages: English - Released: 2015-10-29 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cueist/id1044819635/reviews.md ## What is Cueist? The worldwide hit pool/snooker game first seen on the Apple TV arrives on iOS, and now playable in Virtual Reality! Cueist brings the atmosphere and realism of your favourite cue sports to your mobile device. 8 Ball, 9 Ball, UK 8 Ball and Snooker games are included, along with custom pool tables to play them on. Previously unseen in this type of game - jump shots, curve shots, screw shots and other spin shots are simple to attempt using only swipes, taps and device tilt. Simple to attempt but tricky to perfect. Just like the real thing. As well as human vs human matches, you can play against a variety of CPU controlled opponents of increasing skill levels. Or start a CPU vs CPU game so you can relax and concentrate on your camera work. ## Key features - 8 Ball, 9 Ball, UK 8 Ball, and Snooker - Virtual Reality support - Jump shots, curve shots, and spin shots - CPU opponents of varying skill - Customizable pool tables - Human vs human matches ## Recent user reviews (10 of 11) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cueist/id1044819635/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Deserves zero stars *2022-07-17, version 2.01* Nearly unplayable. Very very bad. ### 2/5 — Frustrating !!! *2021-04-24, version 2.01* The only thing going for this app are the graphics. The gameplay and the vague instructions make it a disappointment. No need to reinvent the wheel. With such good graphics makes one wonder what went wrong with the dismal game physics. Compared to Virtual Pool 4 this a real flop ### 2/5 — Not good *2021-04-07, version 2.01* There is only one truly good pool game for iOS and that is Pool Break. I originally got this game on my Apple TV. I think the developer of this game REALLY wants you to use a controller because on tvOS with the SIRI remote the game is unplayable. You’re supposed to be able to aim by tilting the remote. This does work to make the aiming lines appear but to move it around is impossible. This iOS version is even worse because touch should be easier than this. It is to easy to initiate an errant shot and aiming, forget it. I also think the Spartan help and the size of the fonts are hinderances. It is almost impossible to read the guidance on screen on my iPhone 11. The graphics are good. Gameplay not so much. Get Pool Break it’s fully baked. Cueist ain’t. ### 1/5 — Broken! *2021-02-20, version 2.01* Do not buy for appletv!!!!! The controls for the Apple TV remote don’t work. There’s no way to aim. Tilting the controller doesn’t do anything! ### 5/5 — It's pretty sick *2017-03-05, version 2.01* At first I couldn't figure out how to switch it out of it playing it self. It's pretty sick. I can't wait to play it in VR. ### 1/5 — I lost patience *2016-06-04, version 1.0* You can not play with graphic constantly moving. ### 1/5 — Control issues *2016-02-06, version 1.0* Have not played this on my phone or iPad, but on my appletv, the game loses input from the touch pad, so you can't place a cue ball or apply english, and exiting the game and reentering doesn't fix it, it will come back when it wants to. Needs fixed! Update: now the game won't even recognize the touch surface of the Siri remote, one star until you repair this! Yes, my remote is fully charged! Yes, I've forced the game to close and restarted the appleTV too, nothing fixes it anymore ### 4/5 — Updated *2016-01-13, version 1.0* The graphics are amazing, either the reviews are old or people have not figured out the game setting controls. There is a casual setting that makes it much easier to aim although it isn't quite as easy as point and click, still challenging and fun. ### 1/5 — Horrible controls *2015-12-20, version 1.0* This app has the worst controls I've ever experienced in a pool app. At this point it's not even worth the $3 charge for the app. To make a suggestion, look at the controls for the Miniclip 8 Ball app. Very smooth for that app.Comparatively the controls sway a bit after your intended aim. I spend more time aiming the cue than in any other point of the game in this app. Another suggestion, I don't need to see where the target ball is going to go, only where the cue ball is going to travel, and maybe in what direction the target ball will go. In this state tho, the app needs an upset and overhaul of the controls. Not touching this app again until I see an update available. ### 3/5 — Awesome graphics, horrible controls. *2015-11-24, version 1.0* This is a beautiful looking simulator and has lots of potential. That said the gameplay is very difficult to control. On the iPhone and iPad zooming in and out should be done with pinching not with dragging your finger up and down. It is very counterintuitive. On top of that the camera keeps drifting around even when I adjust the angle, very very difficult to control. There are all kinds of things that need to be adjusted in terms of the controls to make this even playable. It is by no means intuitive. Gameplay on Apple TV is similarly difficult. Once these controls are improved and made more intuitive, this could be one of the best pool simulators out there. It has a lot of potential, I will keep watching out for updates. Good start! ## Frequently asked questions about Cueist ### What pool and snooker games are available in Cueist? Cueist includes 8 Ball, 9 Ball, UK 8 Ball, and Snooker. Players can also enjoy custom pool tables for these game modes. ### Can I play Cueist in Virtual Reality? Yes, Cueist is playable in Virtual Reality, offering an immersive cue sports experience on compatible VR devices. ### What advanced shots can I perform in Cueist? Cueist allows for jump shots, curve shots, screw shots, and other spin shots using simple swipes, taps, and device tilt controls. ### Does Cueist have ads? No, Cueist is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted gaming experience for players. ### How does Cueist compare to other pool games? Cueist offers advanced shot mechanics like jump and spin shots, along with VR support, which may differentiate it from simpler pool simulations. ### What devices does Cueist support? Cueist is available on Apple TV, iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It was originally released on Apple TV before coming to iOS. ### How often is Cueist updated? The latest version is 2.01, released on December 12, 2016. The app has not received updates since then. ### What is the price of Cueist? Cueist is a paid application, available for $4.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions. ## Version history (last 3 releases) ### 2.01 — 2016-12-12 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. * Fixed the "Best Run" score sometimes not updating while playing Pool * Changed to a less embarrassing photo of Spike the dog ### 2.0 — 2016-11-22 * Brand new VR Mode - Use your VR headset and an MFI game controller to immerse yourself completely in the game * Completely rewritten from scratch for improved AI, ball physics and graphics... as real as it gets! * Play local Ranking Matches to unlock more cues and become #1 * New switchable camera positions * Easier to play jump shots and masse (swerve) shots * Lots of new cues and hundreds of table variations ### 1.0 — 2015-11-21 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Cueist | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Real Swimming Pool Season 2018](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-swimming-pool-season-2018/id1391610620) | 2.8 (34) | Free | Games | | [AEW Elite General Manager](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aew-elite-general-manager/id1478161080) | 3.7 (1,052) | Free | Games | | [Real Parking Master](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/real-parking-master/id1454359640) | 4.5 (2) | Free | Games | | [Ball Tenies Master](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ball-tenies-master/id1176376660) | — | Free | Games | | [Rope Trap](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rope-trap/id1610928341) | 3.6 (5) | Free | Games | | [Snooker Pro Online](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snooker-pro-online/id1672847321) | 4.9 (71) | Free | Games | ## More apps by Natsuko Asakura - [AC-X Mini](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ac-x-mini/id832673361) - [AC-X](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ac-x/id928094549) - [Bullist](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bullist/id1057655604) - [ReFlexFX](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reflexfx/id1562441223) - [Cueist 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cueist-2/id1628924488) All apps by Natsuko Asakura: https://appshunter.io/developer/324541582 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*