Summary
Champion Billiards (1986): A Unique and Challenging Billiards Game for the SG-1000
Champion Billiards is a simplistic billiards game built for the SG-1000. It is the second game in Compile’s “Lunar Pool” series. It was not released outside of Japan.
Unlike the other Champion Sports games, Champion Billiards is not an accurate representation of its sport. Instead, Champion Billiards is a level-based physics game. The goal of each level is to use the red cue ball to sink the other balls.
The game’s physics are simple but effective. The balls move realistically, and the player has a good amount of control over the cue ball. This makes for a challenging and rewarding gameplay experience.
There are a total of 10 levels in Champion Billiards. The first few levels are relatively easy, but the difficulty ramps up quickly. By the end of the game, players will be faced with some truly challenging puzzles.
In addition to the main game, Champion Billiards also features a practice mode. This mode allows players to practice their shots without having to worry about losing.
Gameplay
The gameplay of Champion Billiards is simple to learn but difficult to master. The player uses the D-pad to move the cue ball and the A button to shoot. The player can also use the B button to apply backspin or topspin to the cue ball.
The goal of each level is to sink all of the other balls into the pockets. The player can do this by hitting the cue ball into the other balls. The cue ball will then bounce off of the other balls and into the pockets.
The player can also use the environment to their advantage. For example, the player can bounce the cue ball off of the walls or off of other objects in the level. This can help the player to sink balls that would otherwise be difficult to reach.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Champion Billiards are simple but effective. The game’s characters and objects are all well-defined and easy to see. The game’s backgrounds are also well-designed and add to the game’s overall atmosphere.
The sound in Champion Billiards is also simple but effective. The game’s music is catchy and upbeat, and the sound effects are realistic.
Overall
Champion Billiards is a unique and challenging billiards game for the SG-1000. It’s not a realistic simulation, but it’s still a lot of fun. The game’s simple physics and level-based gameplay make it easy to learn but difficult to master.
If you’re a fan of billiards games or puzzle games, then you should definitely check out Champion Billiards. It’s a challenging and rewarding game that will provide hours of entertainment.
Trivia
- Breaking open the yellow ball can release a yellow Flicky.
- Champion Billiards is the only game in the Champion Sports series that was not released outside of Japan.
- The game’s music was composed by Yuzo Koshiro, who would later go on to compose music for the Streets of Rage and Sonic the Hedgehog series.
Tips for Playing Champion Billiards
- Use the environment to your advantage. Bounce the cue ball off of the walls or off of other objects in the level to sink balls that would otherwise be difficult to reach.
- Use backspin or topspin to control the cue ball. Backspin will cause the cue ball to stop moving forward after it hits another ball. Topspin will cause the cue ball to continue moving forward after it hits another ball.
- Be patient. Some of the levels in Champion Billiards can be very challenging. Don’t get discouraged if you can’t beat a level right away. Just keep practicing and you’ll eventually get it.
Review Score
6/10
