Side Pocket

Side Pocket

Side Pocket is a classic billiards simulation game published by Data East for the NES, released in 1989, and it is a port of the popular arcade game. You play pool, using a cue stick to pot balls in various game modes, including 8-ball, 9-ball, and a trick shot mode, with a focus on aiming, power control, and spin. A unique feature is the "trick shot" mode – you must complete a series of predetermined trick shots, each with a specific solution, which is a fun and challenging way to test your pool skills. The game includes a two-player mode where you can compete against a friend. The graphics are colorful and detailed, with a top-down view of the pool table, and the balls and cues are well-rendered. The music is light and jazzy, with a relaxing and sophisticated feel. Critics praised the realistic physics and the trick shot mode. It supports two players. Side Pocket is a classic and enjoyable pool simulation.