Some are even amusing, as anyone who has knocked a ball off the table can attest. Even with its detail, imagery, and sound, Maximum Pool has modest system requirements. G3 processor or better, 32MB available RAM, 4x CD-ROM drive, 70MB of disk space plus 60MB of swap space, and 800x600 monitor resolution with 16 bit color. Maximum Pool is solid and stable. Only one crash was experienced during the course of this review, though this crash occurred during some extreme multiple tasking.
Installation time is long or short, depending upon the size of the installation option chosen.
Learning to use Maximum Pool's interface elements is a simple, gratifying task, particularly when you begin to sink balls like a pro. Unfortunately, the simplicity of learning Maximum Pool may affect the game's long-term playability. Once all the games have been tried and basic skill becomes extreme prowess, Maximum Pool can seem a bit lacking. Still, Maximum Pool provides good, clean, relaxing fun. Click here for a list of today's stories Post your comments on this story.