Underplayed Gems

Pool Academy (1998)

Pool Academy cover
Platforms
Win
Where to get it
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How it feels

The game feels like a calm, self-paced tutorial where you learn pool fundamentals in a no-stakes digital environment.

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About

Released in 1998 for Windows, Pool Academy is an educational title designed to teach the mechanics of pool and billiards through interactive gameplay. The software offers a simulated environment where players can practice their skills at their own pace without external pressure.

Screenshots

Pool Academy screenshot 1

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