Economy/reward confusion and explanation
I thought it wasn’t giving me all of my gold, so I tested it by collecting rewards slowly, adding up what I should receive, and comparing it to what actually showed up. Sure enough, the gold I calculated from the individual rewards plus the gold from the loot boxes didn’t seem to match. It looked like I was missing about half of it.
However, I think what’s really happening is that the gold and other rewards you collect are being rolled into the loot box you open afterward. In other words, everything, including unopened loot boxes, gets consolidated together.
Other than that, Ultimate 8 Ball is really fun and addicting. The different cue balls and cue sticks provide a neat sense of progression. I also enjoy being able to customize the pool table and am looking forward to seeing what other customization options they may have planned.
The system of waiting for boxes to unlock before you can open them is pretty annoying. You also can’t realistically keep collecting the head-to-head rewards after four wins because it doesn’t make much sense to spend money just to open loot boxes a few hours early.
One feature I’d love to see is the ability to buy or unlock specific ball sets. Imagine being able to use a set themed around your favorite sports team or a particular style. For example, I have a pirate-themed table and room, so it would be awesome to have a matching pirate-themed ball set to complete the look.
The different play styles and tournaments also help keep the game fresh and replayable every day. Overall, I recommend it, especially since it is free to play for Arcade members.
DISCORD! And critique.
As for gameplay, I notice that aiming is hard to be precise due to sudden angle changes. What I mean is that sometimes, when aiming, there are gaps in the adjustment angle when lining up shots, and the minimum aim speed is too high. I know this game is still kind of in its infancy compared to 8-ball pool, I can't wait to see more from y'all!!!
Response from developer
Hi Zachary, tfor the feedback. We actually do have a Discord (along with a FB Group) that you can find a link to in the app. Just tap on the People icon in the lower right of the bottom Nav Bar and then choose the Messages tab at the top.
Rules are not on point
Response from developer
The rules are rolled out as players gain experience.
This shouldn’t be an Apple Arcade game
Response from developer
You can play Practice matches if you are offline. Otherwise there are a lot of online features, and those require permission, but the choice is (always) yours.
Doesn’t Work
Best Pool Game on the App Store!
I can’t play online
Season Pass and Privacy Issues
Friends
Response from developer
There is a Friends icon on the bottom right of the main menu. You will need to be Friends with your brother in Game Center. Have fun! PS - Beating up on your brother in pool has gotta be worth 1 or 2 more stars... right?
AMAZING
Ye
Add this please
Response from developer
Great feedback and we are actually planning to release an offline practice mode (very) soon... probably by next week. So keep those extra 3 Stars hands, because we want 'em. :-)
Addicting Game
Need more offline play options
Response from developer
There is actually no paywall in the game... as all Apple Arcade games are totally free. That said we do have a reward system in the game requires winning matches to earn better gear, but it's tuned to ensure all efforts are rewarded. In either case, we also have an offline practice mode coming in about a week that will allow you to just play against bot opponents... or just hit some balls around without any opponent. So be on the lookout.
No single player.
Response from developer
Single player offline mode is coming next week... because we want those other 4 Stares. :-)
Emotes?!
Not a requirement just a suggestion from a daily player. Thanks for what we have so far, keep up the good work please.
Response from developer
Good idea. We actually have that in the Free-to-Play version so I'm sure we can bring that feature over.
Finally! A great pool game worthy of the Apple Arcade.
Too many tryhards in the first level
Nicely Done
Awful
Response from developer
You earn cue balls by playing and they have different "assists" to help you visualize your shot. You can swap them whenever you want in a match.