8 Ball Pool is a very strategic game. Remember to use all of the resources that you possibly can. This includes putting spin on the ball to get different angles, as well as using the edges of the table to get different shots. This is one of the parts that beginner’s often overlook - the edge of the table can be one of your best friends if you know how to use it correctly. Another tip - 8 Ball Pool is as much a defensive game as it is offensive. There will be times when you won’t have any real chance of making a shot. Instead of just hitting the cue ball hard and hoping you get a lucky ricochet, try placing the ball in an area that won’t give your opponent a good look at sinking any shots.