Side Pocket

Released by Data East in June 1986, this title brought the excitement of authentic billiards to the arcade. Its intuitive control scheme allows players to aim with an eight-way joystick and adjust shot power based on button-press timing; the game ends once the ball stock displayed in the top right corner is depleted. A key part of its charm is the unique atmosphere created by its easygoing background music, which contrasts with the professional demeanor of the players on screen. Furthermore, this game holds a place in history as the foundation for the lineage that would eventually lead to the company's later title, Pocket Gal.

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