Side Pocket on SNES is one of those pool games that nails the feel of actual billiards without getting too bogged down in realism. You start off picking between 8-ball or 9-ball, and the physics actually make sense—no weird glides or sudden stops like some arcadey pool games. The overhead view is clean, and the controls are simple: aim with the D-pad, adjust power, and shoot. No fuss.

What I love is how it balances arcade vibes with real pool strategy. The AI isn’t a pushover, especially in later matches, and the trick shots feel satisfying when you pull them off. The music’s got that classic SNES charm too—synthy but weirdly fitting for a pool hall. If you’ve ever wasted an afternoon sinking balls in real life, this’ll hit the spot.