Virtual Pool 3
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😊 7.9/10
(Playstation - US, Sports)
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$9.27
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Developed by:
Celeris Inc.
Published by:
XS Games LLC
Released On:
11 Aug 2003
Virtual Pool 3 is a pool simulator that uses a 3D environment and physics tested by professional players. Following the tradition set in previous Virtual Pool games, you get a pro host, Jeanette "Black Widow" Lee, who teaches you the basics of the game via some videos and also plays against you as the "boss" of the career mode. You can also play in tournaments or single games with 21 game variations to choose from, 8 venues and several tables ranging from amateur to championship which you can also customize by selecting their speed, pocket cut, etc.
The gameplay is where Virtual Pool 3 really shines. The physics engine provides a realistic and challenging experience, requiring skill and strategy to master the game. With multiplayer support for up to 4 players, you can challenge your friends or join online matches against other opponents. The game also features 21 different game variations, 8 venues, and several tables that can be customized to suit your playing style.
eBay Product ID:
56253160 (United States)
UPC-A:
780332056448 (United States)
ASIN:
B0000D9PH3 (United States)
Sony PN:
SLUS-01374 (United States)
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Multiplayer Options:
Hot Seat
Save Game Methods:
External Storage
Number of Players Supported:
1-2 Players
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller
Multiplayer Game Modes:
Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
How to Play
STARTUP INFORMATION
Console Views
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Top View (SONY)
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POWER BUTTON/RESET BUTTON
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POWER INDICATOR
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Front View
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CONTROLLER PORT 1
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CONTROLLER PORT 2
Alternate Console View
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Note: You may have a console that looks like this.
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Top View (BONY)
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RESET BUTTON
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POWER BUTTON
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POWER INDICATOR
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OPEN BUTTON
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DISC COVER
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MEMORY CARD SLOT 1
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MEMORY CARD SLOT 2
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Front View
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MEMORY CARD SLOT 1
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MEMORY CARD SLOT 2
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OPEN BUTTON
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DISC COVER
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CONTROLLER PORT 1
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CONTROLLER PORT 2
Console Setup
Set up your PS one™ or PlayStation® game console according to the instructions in its Instruction Manual. Make sure the power is off before inserting or removing a compact disc.
Insert the Virtual Pool 3 disc and close the Disc Cover. Insert game controllers and turn on the game console. Follow on-screen instructions to start a game.
TITLE MENU
After the game boots up, the Main Menu screen will appear. While you are in the menus, you can use directional buttons to move around and the button to select different items.
Main Menu Options
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Quick Play
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Career Play
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Tournament
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Load Game
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Settings
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Select
CREATE A PLAYER
Use the directional buttons to highlight a character. Press the button to enter that character.
For a Space, use the blank cell to the right of the '9' character. To delete a character, use the '<' character at the far right on the bottom row.
When you are finished entering the name for your player, press the START button to continue and save your player.
QUICK PLAY
Select the Quick Play option from the main menu. Once in Quick Play settings use the directional buttons to select your game settings.
Quick Play Settings
1. Game: Press to choose type of game play. Press the button to cancel. Choose from the following: 10-ball, 9-ball, 8-ball, 6-ball, Straight, Rotation.
2. Location: Choose 6 different 3D environment locations. Press to continue or to cancel. You may play in rooms that have been previously unlocked in Career Mode.
3. Match Length: Select the number of matches by pressing the directional buttons up or down. The maximum number of matches is 50. Please note that this option is only available if playing against a computer or human opponent.
4. Point Goal: For a Straight Pool Game Only: Adjust the point total for the match by pressing the directional buttons up or down. Please note that this option is only available if playing against a computer or human opponent.
5. Opponent: Here you can select from three different opponents: Computer, Human, and None (solo).
Quick Play Opponent Types
Computer
Once you have chosen your game settings and selected computer opponent, press the START button to continue. This will bring you to the Select Player screen.
Here you can choose to start the game with a default player, create a player, or delete a player. After selecting who to play with it will bring you to the Select Opponent screen, where there will be the list of Computer opponents to choose from.
To select your opponent use the directional buttons to scroll up and down until the player's name that you'd like to play is highlighted. Once you have chosen your opponent press the START button to begin play.
Human
Start the game with a default player, create a player, or delete a player. Once you have made your selection for Player 1 and Player 2 press START button to begin play.
None
Here you can choose to start the game with a default player, create a player, or delete a player. Once you have made your selection press the START button to play. This option will also allow you to enter Trick/Setup mode.
Trick/Setup Shot Mode
You can place the cue ball wherever you want by pressing and holding the R1 and then moving the directional buttons or left analog stick to move the ball into position. While in Move Mode, a cursor will appear over the selected ball.
To select a different ball to move, press L1 (for ALT mode) and hold the R1, move the cursor over the ball you want to move, and then release the R1. The cursor will lock to the nearest ball, which you can then move by holding the R1 as described above.
You can add or remove balls from the table by pressing the START button to access the In Game Menu and then selecting Ball Status (Spot/Pocket). To re-rack the balls, press START to enter the In Game Menu and then select 'Re-Rack'.
Career Play
In Career Play, you start playing in the Garage for chump change. You're a lowly minnow in an ocean of pool sharks. To advance to the next pool location and players with more skills and larger wallets, you must beat "Big T", the Boss of The Garage.
Each pool location will have a boss that you have to work up to and beat. Your goal, and final reward, is to play and beat Curly at his private beach house. Even if you think you can beat him, his bets are way out of your league, for now...
If you already have a career in progress, it should appear within the Career window. Each career is labeled by the player's name, the game they are playing, and
Controls
R1
Hold to move ball
R2
Hold to move viewpoint
L1
Flip to Alternate button map
L2
Toggle Fine Tune/Amplify
Triangle Button
Hold to Move Cuetip (English)
O Button
Hold to Zoom
X Button
Hold to Shoot/Zip to end of shot
Square Button
Aim Mode/Snap to Overhead
Start
Enter In Game Menu
R1 (Alternate Button Map)
Select ball to move
R2 (Alternate Button Map)
Undo/Replay Last shot
L1 (Alternate Button Map)
Flip to primary button map
L2 (Alternate Button Map)
Cycle Replay Rate
Triangle Button (Alternate Button Map)
Hold to Adjust Cue Angle (Raise butt)
O Button (Alternate Button Map)
Toggle Tracking Lines
X Button (Alternate Button Map)
Shoot with tracking force
Square Button (Alternate Button Map)
Hold to adjust tracking force
directional buttons or left analog stick
Aim
L1 and X
(ALT)Shoot with Tracking Force
L1 and Triangle Button
(ALT)Raise Butt
L1 and O Button
(ALT)Toggle Tracking Lines
L1 and Square Button
(ALT)Vary Force of Tracking Hit
L1 and R1
(ALT)Select a Different Ball To Move
L1 and L2
(ALT)Cycle Replay Rate
L1 and R2
(ALT) Undo/Replay Shot
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