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description Rotation Overview

Rotation is a pocket billiards game played with a cue ball and fifteen numbered object balls. On every legal shot, the cue ball must first contact the lowest-numbered ball remaining on the table, although any ball may be pocketed when that requirement is satisfied. Players score the numerical value of each legally pocketed ball, and because the complete rack contains 120 points, reaching 61 points normally secures the game; it rewards position play, combinations, and precise cue-ball control.

help Rotation FAQ

How many balls are used in the game of Rotation in pool?

Rotation is a classic American pocket billiards game played with all fifteen numbered object balls. The standard cue ball is also used, making a standard set of sixteen balls in total.

What is the main objective of the pool game Rotation?

The primary objective is to score points by pocketing balls, with each ball being worth its face value. Players must always strike the lowest-numbered ball on the table first to make a legal shot.

How do you win a game of Rotation?

A game is won when a player reaches at least 61 points, which is the exact majority of the 120 total points available. Because higher-numbered balls are worth more points, players can strategically come from behind late in the game.

Is Rotation played professionally today?

While less common in modern professional tournaments than 9-ball or 8-ball, Rotation is historically significant. It is frequently played to practice precise cue ball control and demanding position plays.

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