Item: Vegas Pool Watch
Rating: 78
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

78/100

Vegas Pool Watch is a surprisingly capable pocket billiards simulator that lives right on your wrist. For an Apple Watch game, the level of detail is impressive—it features full 3D viewing with tilt and zoom, which is essential given the small screen size. The physics feel realistic, and the addition of 'English' (spin) allows for much more technical play than you'd expect from a watch app.

The 'Lite' version is a great way to test the water, but the full version is where it really shines, offering longer matches and a much-needed 'undo' feature for those accidental slips. It’s the perfect 'waiting in line' game. The controls are intuitive, using the Digital Crown or touch to aim and shoot. If you're looking for a way to turn your Apple Watch into a gaming device, this is one of the more polished and playable options available.

Reviewed on: Wed Feb 26 2025

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here. I’m a fan of efficiency, but playing pool on a postage-stamp-sized screen is where I draw the line. This is a gimmick. The physics are surprisingly decent for what it is, but the actual act of aiming and shooting using the Digital Crown is a lesson in frustration. My fingers are simply too big for this to be a serious gaming experience.

It’s the kind of thing you show off to your friends for thirty seconds to prove your watch can do more than track your heart rate. After that, you'll never touch it again. It’s cramped, it’s fiddly, and it’s a waste of battery. If you want to play pool, use your phone. If you want to use your watch, check the time.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Impressive use of Apple Watch hardware
Surprisingly good physics for a wearable
Digital Crown integration is clever

Extremely difficult to aim precisely
Screen is way too small for the genre
Drains watch battery quickly

Technical Report

Performance: Runs smoothly on Apple Watch Series 4 and later; older watches may struggle.

Accessibility:

Haptic feedback for shots

Audience Fit

Buy if: You are a tech enthusiast who loves showing off niche Apple Watch apps.

Skip if: You actually want to enjoy a game of pool.

Similar Games:

8 Ball Pool
POCKET BILLIARDS
Watch Quest

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative gamer
Hardware: Apple Watch Series 9
Playtime: 1 hours
Status: Won one game of 8-ball

The Game

Available on: Apple Watch, iPhone, iPod

1439234398

$4.99 13+★5 2 reviews

Author : RESETgame

Pubish Date : Fri Oct 26 2018

Last Update Date : Fri Sep 16 2022

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 2.1.17Fri Sep 16 2022

Apple Watch Ultra support
Welcome to Vegas. How about a nice little game of pool? But soon those friendly locals you met in the casino are showing a certain predatory side. Congratulations, you are now playing Vegas Pool, with your car title, mortgage, and kids' college fund on the table.
- Four opponents with increasing skill levels.
- Four game types: Straight pool, 8 Ball, 9 Ball, and Practice.
- Realistic physics.
- Full 3d viewing with tilt and zoom.
- Aim assist.
- Save / Resume game.
- 'English' spin.
- Tally sheet showing wins and losses.
- Vegas Pool Watch plays on the Apple Watch.
Requires iOS 12.0 and watchOS 5.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Welcome to Vegas. How about a nice little game of pool? But soon those friendly locals you met in the casino are showing a certain predatory side. Congratulations, you are now playing Vegas Pool, with your car title, mortgage, and kids' college fund on the table.
- Four opponents with increasing skill levels.
- Four game types: Straight pool, 8 Ball, 9 Ball, and Practice.
- Realistic physics.
- Full 3d viewing with tilt and zoom.
- Aim assist.
- Save / Resume game.
- 'English' spin.
- Tally sheet showing wins and losses.
- Vegas Pool Watch plays on the Apple Watch.

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5 with 2 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 13+

Vegas Pool Watch brings the pool hall to your Apple Watch. This billiards simulator features a full 3D viewing engine that allows you to tilt and zoom to get the perfect angle. Players can use 'English' spin to control the cue ball, utilize aim assist for precision, and track their progress with a detailed tally sheet of wins and losses. Whether you're playing the Lite version for a quick 4-point game or the full 'Pool Sharks' version with undo features, it's a high-quality gaming experience on your wrist.