Backstreet Billiards

About

Backstreet Billiards is a pool simulation with a focus on variety and arcade-style play. It includes 8-Ball, 9-Ball, and several lesser-seen formats like Cutthroat and 141 Continuous. Players can compete in single matches or work through a story mode where they track down a missing pool cue while collecting items. Controls are straightforward with a focus on angle and power adjustments. Multiplayer options let you play locally with friends or in co-op challenges. The game stands out for its mix of traditional and experimental rulesets, letting players switch between pool, carom, and hybrid variants. The story mode adds a light narrative layer without slowing the action. While not a technical showcase by modern standards, its 1998 release offered a surprising amount of replay value for the genre. Some community posts note the charm of its offbeat modes like Bowlliards, which swaps pool balls for bowling pins.