Summary
- Release Year: 2003
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: Nintendo GameCube, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 2, Xbox
- Developers: Blade Interactive
- Publishers: Jaleco
World Championship Pool 2004: The Ultimate Pool Simulation
World Championship Pool 2004 is a pool simulation video game developed by Blade Interactive and published by Crave Entertainment. It was released in 2003 for PlayStation 2, Xbox, and Windows. The game features realistic physics, a variety of game modes, and a roster of professional pool players.
Gameplay
World Championship Pool 2004 is a realistic pool simulation game that allows players to compete in a variety of game modes, including 8-ball, 9-ball, and snooker. The game features a variety of different pool tables, each with its own unique characteristics. Players can also choose to play against computer opponents or human opponents online.
The game’s physics engine is one of the most realistic in the genre. The balls move and interact with each other in a very realistic way, and the game takes into account factors such as spin, speed, and the angle of the shot. This makes the game very challenging, but also very rewarding.
Game modes
World Championship Pool 2004 features a variety of different game modes, including:
- 8-ball: The classic 8-ball game, where players must pocket all of the balls of their assigned color (either solids or stripes) before pocketing the 8-ball.
- 9-ball: A variation of 8-ball, where players must pocket the balls in order from 1 to 9, before pocketing the 9-ball.
- Snooker: A more complex game than 8-ball or 9-ball, where players must use a cue ball to pocket colored balls into specific pockets.
- Tournament mode: A mode where players can compete in a tournament against computer opponents or human opponents online.
- Practice mode: A mode where players can practice their skills against computer opponents or human opponents online.
Roster
World Championship Pool 2004 features a roster of professional pool players, including:
- Earl Strickland: A six-time world champion and one of the greatest pool players of all time.
- Efren Reyes: A two-time world champion and one of the most decorated pool players in history.
- Mika Immonen: A two-time world champion and one of the most successful European pool players of all time.
- Allison Fisher: A seven-time world champion and one of the most successful female pool players of all time.
- Kelly Fisher: A three-time world champion and one of the most successful female pool players of all time.
Graphics and sound
World Championship Pool 2004 features realistic graphics and sound. The pool tables are rendered in great detail, and the balls move and interact with each other in a very realistic way. The game also features a variety of different sound effects, such as the sound of the balls hitting each other and the sound of the crowd cheering.
Reception
World Championship Pool 2004 was released to critical acclaim. The game was praised for its realistic physics, its variety of game modes, and its roster of professional pool players. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
World Championship Pool 2004 is considered to be one of the best pool simulation games ever made. The game’s realistic physics, its variety of game modes, and its roster of professional pool players have made it a favorite among pool fans for over 15 years. The game is still played by many people today, and it is still considered to be one of the best pool simulation games available.
Conclusion
World Championship Pool 2004 is the ultimate pool simulation game. The game’s realistic physics, its variety of game modes, and its roster of professional pool players make it a must-have for any pool fan. Whether you’re a casual player or a serious competitor, World Championship Pool 2004 is the perfect game for you.
Review Score
8/10
