Pretty much every pool table game is similar in the way its played, but the the various rules, ball count, and techniques used can vary drastically.

While its true that 8-Ball and 9-Ball are the most popular here in the states, there are lots of other billiard games that are just as much fun. If you’re new to the world of billiards, it may come as a surprise to you as to how many different billiard games there are. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Disclosure: Some of the links below are affiliate links.