3D Pocket Pool GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Sports

3D Pocket Pool

Deep cut

SystemGame Boy Color
Released2001
GenreSports
DeveloperAardvark Software
PublisherVirgin Interactive Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Developed by Aardvark Software and published by Virgin Interactive Entertainment, 3D Pocket Pool arrived on the Game Boy Color in 2001 as a sports game.

It landed about 3 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2001 include Pokémon Crystal, Resident Evil Gaiden and Mega Man Xtreme. Among the 100 GBC sports games in our database, it ranks #16 by legacy score.

3D Pocket Pool supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing 3D Pocket Pool is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

3D Pocket Pool gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

3D Pocket Pool cheats & codes

1 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:

Have Infinite Time To Shoot9163B4D8

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3D Pocket Pool walkthroughs & guides

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Playing GBC games today

GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.

3D Pocket Pool FAQ

When did 3D Pocket Pool come out on the GBC?

3D Pocket Pool was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.

Who made 3D Pocket Pool?

It was developed by Aardvark Software and published by Virgin Interactive Entertainment.

Is 3D Pocket Pool multiplayer?

Yes. 3D Pocket Pool supports up to 2 players.

How long does 3D Pocket Pool take to play?

As a sports game, 3D Pocket Pool typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about 3D Pocket Pool on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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