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Backspin: Snooker & Pool
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Backspin: Snooker & Pool

by Portus Labs · Released January 8, 2026
★★★★★3.916 reviews
Quest 3S · Quest 3 · Quest Pro · Quest 2

About this game

Backspin

Play cue sports your way in Mixed Reality or full VR. Backspin delivers accurate tables, spin-true cue ball physics, realistic throw, and natural table roll.

Real cue-sports variants

Play full-size snooker, American and English 8-ball, Chinese 8-ball, and American 9-ball. Each table is tuned to real dimensions and authentic pocket geometry.

Natural cue handling

Use intuitive controller-based cueing or enable Real Cue Mode to play with your own physical cue, featuring one-handed table adjustment and optional mixed reality support. Choose between simulation and arcade cueing styles.

Choose how you play

Practice in Sandbox, challenge AI opponents, or play online through random matchmaking and private rooms. Mixed reality and full VR support, spatial audio, and optional aim guides make every frame feel shared.

FAQ

Does it include full-size snooker?

Yes. You can play full-size or 3/4 snooker, along with American and English 8-ball, Chinese 8-ball, and 9-ball.

Can I use my own cue?

Yes. Real Cue Mode lets you play using your own physical cue, with one-handed table adjustment and optional mixed reality support.

Do I need a real table or cue?

No. Everything can be played entirely virtually using the controllers.

Can I play solo and online?

Yes. Practice in Sandbox, face AI, or compete online through random matchmaking or private room codes.

Details

Developer
Publisher
Release date
January 8, 2026
Genre
Sports, Simulation
Category
GAMES
Modes
Multiplayer, Single User
Play area
Sitting, Standing, Room-scale
Comfort
Comfortable for most
Age rating
Everyone
Headsets
Quest 3S, Quest 3, Quest Pro, Quest 2
Controllers
Touch Controllers
Hand tracking
Languages
English
Internet
Required
Ratings
★ 3.9 (16 reviews)
Download size
649 MB
Version
0.2.10
In-app purchases
No
In-app ads
No
Giftable
✓ Yes

Frequently asked questions

How much does Backspin: Snooker & Pool cost on Meta Quest?

Backspin: Snooker & Pool currently costs $17.09 (down from $18.99)€16.19 (down from €17.99)£13.49 (down from £14.99)¥2,700 (down from ¥3,000)CA$23.39 (down from CA$25.99) on the Meta Horizon Store. That price already includes the exclusive 10% creator discount, applied automatically at checkout through our link.

Is Backspin: Snooker & Pool on sale right now?

Not at the moment, but our creator link takes 10% off at checkout automatically, so you never pay the full sticker price. Store sales come around regularly, and every new discount appears on our deals page the moment it goes live.

Does Backspin: Snooker & Pool work on Quest 3, Quest 3S or Quest 2?

Backspin: Snooker & Pool officially supports: Quest 3S, Quest 3, Quest Pro, Quest 2. Headset support is set by the developer, as listed on the official store.

Is Backspin: Snooker & Pool multiplayer or single player?

Yes: Backspin: Snooker & Pool supports multiplayer, single user, as listed on the official store.

Is Backspin: Snooker & Pool comfortable for VR beginners?

Backspin: Snooker & Pool is rated Comfortable by the official store: minimal artificial movement, a great pick for VR newcomers.

What is the age rating for Backspin: Snooker & Pool?

Backspin: Snooker & Pool is rated Everyone on the official Meta store. Age ratings matter especially for online multiplayer titles, where voice chat is open.

Is Backspin: Snooker & Pool any good? What do players think?

Backspin: Snooker & Pool holds a 3.9 / 5 average from 16 player ratings on the official Meta store, still a small sample, so read it as an early signal.

When did Backspin: Snooker & Pool come out?

Backspin: Snooker & Pool was released on January 8, 2026, published by Portus Labs.