How to play 8 ball on imessage games

GamePigeon is one of the hottest iMessage apps to play right now, and this guide will show you how to install it to play 8-ball pool and a bevy of other games. We’ll also offer a few quick tips to make sure you’re the biggest shark amongst your friends.

How To Install : 8-ball pool comes included in a pack of 14 games called GamePigeon. Right now it’s exclusive to iOS 10 and the iMessage App Store. iMessage apps don’t install like a standard app, so we’ll walk you through the process

1. Open an active thread in iMessage and tap the small > icon by your keyboard
2. You should see an icon that looks just like the App Store one right near where you’d type a message. Tap that icon and a menu will unfold.
3. In the bottom left of the menu is a an icon that looks like a group of four dots. This is called the App Drawer. Tap it.
4. This displays all the iMessage apps you have on your device. For the purpose of this guide, hit the + sign labeled “Store.”
5. The store will open and you should be able to tap the little magnifying glass search icon to type in GamePigeon. It should display as a game controller icon.
6. This setup looks identical to the standard App Store. It’s a free download, so the button should read “Get.” Tap it and it will be added to your iMessage.

Playing The Game

1. Repeat steps 1-3 above to get to your App Drawer. This time, however, the GamePigeon option should be there. Select it and choose “8-Ball”
2. From there you’ll be presented with a message with a triangular play icon. Tap it and you can start making moves.
3. After each turn, tap the V-shaped button in the top right to shrink the gameplay screen. Send it just like you would a text message. Your friend replies the same way, and this process continues until the match is over.

A Few Quick Tips

• The basics of 8-ball pool are pretty simple. An indicator on screen displays if you are stripes or solids. It’s the player’s job to hit all of their balls in the corners using the white one as a base. It’s a game that’s easy to understand but pretty tough to master.
• Sometimes you might forget which side you’re on if the game progresses long enough. Make a mental or physical note to ensure that doesn’t happen.
• Power isn’t everything. When pulling back to take a shot, you may be tempted to fill the power meter that displays. 8-Ball Pool is a game of finesse. Sometimes the lighter shots actually have a higher chance of getting in the pockets.
• Don’t hit the white ball in the pocket or you’ll be penalized for it
• Practice is key to a game like this, so just keep playing
• Don’t forget that GamePigeon has lots of other stuff to play too. Try out some of those when you get bored of pool.
• GamePigeon requires iOS 10 or higher on both ends of the conversation. Malfunctions will sometimes happen if your device isn’t updated. Go to Settings>General>Software Update to check for the latest updates from Apple.

What’s your favorite game to play on iOS 10? Was this guide and its tips helpful? Tell us in the comments section!

Want to talk to your friends while playing? Check out this guide on how to play 8 Ball Pool on iPhone with iMessage’s GamePegion.

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With over 500 million downloads on just the Google Play Store, 8 Ball Pool is easily one of the most popular mobile games in history. If you want to enjoy 8 Ball Pool on an iPhone with features like iMessage, this guide will help you.

Thanks to its simplistic design and accurate gameplay, 8 Ball Pool is one of the most-played mobile games in the world. Over the twelve years of release, it has constantly been at the top with the likes of Clash of Clans, PUBG Mobile, and Pokemon Go.

8 Ball Pool can be played on Android, iOS, and web browsers. The core mechanics on all these platforms are the same but you can access additional features to improve your experience on iOS.

On that note, here’s how you can play 8 Ball Pool on your iPhone and also use iMessage to chat with your friends while playing.

How to play 8 Ball Pool on iPhone

Since 8 Ball Pool is available for iOS devices officially, you can simply download it from the Apple App Store.

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The compatibility requirements to run 8 Ball Pool on Apple devices are:

• iOS 10.0 or later on iPhones.
• iPadOS 10.0 or later on iPads.
• iOS 10.0 or later on iPodTouch.

How to play 8 Ball Pool on iMessage with GamePegion

iMessage is an app for Apple users to interact with each other through texts, and here’s how you can merge it with 8 Ball Pool:

1. Launch the Messages app on your iOS device from the home screen.
2. Tap on any conversation to open the chat window.
3. Tap on the grey App Store icon located right beside the text message box.
4. Select the blue App Store icon. This should open the iMessage store in an overlay window.
5. Click on the search icon and search for GamePegion.
6. You’ll have a ‘Get‘ option to download Game Pegion if you haven’t installed it. You’ll get a ‘cloud with an arrow’ icon if you have purchased it already.
7. To play 8 Ball Pool with your friends after installing Game Pegion, head to the Messages app again and open an active thread with the person you want to play with.
8. Scroll the app bar on the top of your keyboard sideways to find GamePegion. Tap on it and from the list of games, choose 8 Ball Pool.
9. Doing so will send a request to your friend. If they accept it, you’ll be put into a Pool game with the same rules and gameplay mechanics as a standard in-game 1v1 match.

You can customize your cues and also decide the game’s difficulty. The 8 Ball + mode increases the number of balls in order to increase the playtime.

Well, this was everything to know about playing 8 Ball Pool on your iPhone and iMessage app. For similar content on mobile games, check out the best Genshin Impact artifacts, Clash of Clans Queen Walk guide, and top undefeated Clash Royale decks.

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How do I play 8 Ball on GamePigeon?

Find the person you want to play with and open the chat with them. Find the game at the top of your keyboard. You might need to scroll through the icons to locate it. Once you find it, tap the GamePigeon Icon and select the 8 Ball Pool game for iMessage.

What is the point of 8 Ball on iMessage?

8-ball is a game played with a clue 15 "object balls". One player needs to pocket balls of the group numbered 1 through 7, while the other player has 9 through 15. To win, you must be the player to pocket either group first, and then legally pocket the 8-ball.