This title also allows players to take an overhead view from above, something unavailable in a real pool game.

Also featured is a licensed soundtrack, music ranging from rock to country, with regular sounds effects for striking the balls, and hitting rails.

According to IPC the stolen version was "being offered for sale at some swap meets, computer fairs and small retail shops" and "contain a defective software program which will not operate properly.

Most critics found that the graphics, being largely identical to those of the PC version, were outdated by the time the game was released on PlayStation.

[16][19] However, critics still applauded the game's accurate physics[17][6][19][24] and found the instructional videos still helpful in improving one's skills.

[16][17][6] Josh Smith of GameSpot concluded that these elements, and the wide range of possible viewpoints, are enough to make the game enjoyable.

[17] GamePro's review also found the game solid overall, and appealing to players of all skill levels.

[19] The two sports reviewers of Electronic Gaming Monthly made similar remarks, with Kraig Kujawa summarizing, "Virtual Pool delivers, but it could be better.