# Pool Ace - 8 and 9 Ball Game

> World#1 8 ball and 9 ball game

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.igs.poolace](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.igs.poolace)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.igs.poolace`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** International Games System Co., Ltd.
- **Category:** GAME\_SPORTS
- **Downloads:** 1,598,573
- **Rating:** 4.28 / 5 (15,628 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.22.0
- **Last updated:** 2025-07-17
- **First published:** 2017-01-03
- **Size:** 113 MB
- **Data as of:** 2025-12-17
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.igs.poolace)
- **Website:** [https://www.poolace2.com/](https://www.poolace2.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.poolace2.com/privacyterms](https://www.poolace2.com/privacyterms)

## Description

**Pool Ace - 8 and 9 Ball Game** is designed for true billiards lovers, delivering the most authentic experience with its world-class physics simulation. Enjoy exciting real-time multiplayer battles set in iconic locations around the globe, where you can challenge the best players and climb global rankings.

This free-to-play game rewards daily logins with free chips, treasure chests, and unique cues. It also features a relaxing challenge mode with special trick shots suited for all ages, and offers an enormous variety of over 10,000 customizable cues, tables, and emoticons to personalize your pool club. Social network integration lets you play seamlessly with friends and showcase your skills. Join the Pool Ace community now for endless pool fun and thrilling competitions!

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.igs.poolace.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`

## Review summary

Overall, reviews praise Pool Ace for realistic physics, graphics, and varied gameplay, often calling it the best pool experience on tablets. The most common drawbacks are connectivity/sync problems and perceived pay-to-play/rigging. When functioning properly, it’s addictive and visually appealing, earning positive mentions from many players, though bugs and paywall concerns prevent universal endorsement.

### Pros

- Realistic physics and pool feel
- Very addictive and engaging gameplay
- High-quality graphics and visuals
- Variety of cues, accessories, and game options
- Long-standing favorite with positive overall sentiment on the app's quality

### Cons

- Connectivity and synchronization issues (stuck at 84%, update prompts, and frequent reloads)
- Perceived pay-to-play model and concerns about it being a scam or rigged

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.igs.poolace)