Cue Rush turns pool into a three-minute score run. Pocket any ball, build a streak across consecutive scoring shots, and clear the rack to reach a harder table. You aim with a mouse, trackpad, keyboard, or touch controls in the browser.
Key Takeaways
- Cue Rush is top-down pool played as a three-minute score run against the clock.
- Every ball counts. The first ball in a shot is worth 100, the second 200, the third 300, so multi-ball shots pay big.
- Consecutive scoring shots build a streak that multiplies your points up to double.
- Clearing the table racks a new one instantly, and each new table adds a pillar, narrower pockets, or both.
- An aiming guide shows the cue ball's path and where the first ball you hit will go.
An online pool game built for speed
You begin with fifteen balls racked in a triangle and the cue ball at the head spot. The three-minute timer keeps running while you aim and while the balls roll, so choosing a manageable next shot matters.
There are no groups to worry about. No solids, no stripes, no called shots. Every ball you pocket is worth points, even the black eight ball, and the colors are only there to help you tell the balls apart. The clock keeps running while the balls roll, so a fast, clean rhythm matters as much as accuracy.
How scoring works
The points come from doing more with every stroke:
- Combos. The first ball you sink in a shot is worth 100, the second 200, the third 300 and so on. Sinking three balls in one stroke pays 600, the same as six single-ball shots.
- Streaks. Consecutive scoring shots build a streak that multiplies your points, reaching double after four shots in a row.
- Table clears. Clearing the table pays a bonus that grows with the table number, and a fresh rack appears instantly.
A foul costs you. If the cue ball drops into a pocket, or a shot touches no other ball at all, ten seconds come off the clock and your streak resets. Balls you sank on that shot still count.
New tables, new problems
Each table you clear makes the next one a little harder:
- The first table is a normal rack.
- The second adds a pillar in the middle of the felt.
- The third has narrower pockets.
- From the fourth table on, you get both at once.
On later tables, check the pillar before planning a direct shot. Narrower pockets also leave less room for an imprecise angle, so a familiar shot may need a finer adjustment.
How to play Cue Rush
- Press on the table, drag away from the cue ball and release to shoot. The further you drag, the harder the shot. A very short drag cancels.
- While you aim, a guide shows the cue ball's path, where it meets the first ball and the direction that ball will leave in.
- On a keyboard, Left and Right rotate the aim one degree at a time (hold Shift for finer steps), and holding Space charges power, released to shoot.
On phones the table turns vertical to fit the screen, and you aim by dragging with your finger exactly as you would with a mouse.
Tips for a high score
- Break hard. A strong opening break spreads the rack and often can pocket a ball or two.
- Look for doubles. The aiming guide shows where your first ball goes. Line it up so it knocks a second ball toward a pocket.
- Don't chase impossible shots. A safe single ball keeps your streak alive, while a scratch costs ten seconds and the streak with it.
- Keep moving. The clock runs while balls roll, so shoot again as soon as the table settles.
Sign in to submit your result to the leaderboard when the run finishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does one game of Cue Rush take?
Three minutes on the clock, plus a few seconds for the last balls to stop. Fouls subtract ten seconds each, so a sloppy run ends sooner.
Is Cue Rush free?
Yes. Cue Rush is a free online pool game in your browser with no download.
Do I have to pocket solids or stripes in order?
No. There are no groups, no turns and no called shots. Every ball you sink counts, including the eight ball.
What counts as a foul?
The cue ball dropping into a pocket, or a shot in which the cue ball touches no other ball. A foul costs ten seconds and resets your streak.
Can I play Cue Rush on my phone?
Yes. The table turns vertical on phones and you aim by dragging with your finger.
Rack 'em up
Start a Cue Rush run and use the first rack to get used to aim and power. For other aiming games, try Neon Break or Bubble Shooter.