description Cutthroat Overview
Cutthroat is a pool game most commonly played by three people, although additional-player variants exist. Each player is assigned a group of five numbered balls, usually 1 through 5, 6 through 10, or 11 through 15, and attempts to keep their own group on the table while legally pocketing opponents' balls. A player wins by being the last participant with at least one assigned ball remaining, subject to local rules about fouls and turn order.
help Cutthroat FAQ
How many people usually play Cutthroat pool?
Cutthroat is most commonly played by three people, although variants allow more players. Each player tries to eliminate the other players’ numbered balls while keeping their own group on the table.
How are balls assigned in Cutthroat?
A standard three-player game divides the fifteen object balls into groups of five. The usual ranges are 1 through 5, 6 through 10, and 11 through 15.
What is the main objective in Cutthroat?
Your goal is to keep at least one of your assigned balls on the table while legally pocketing opponents’ balls. A player is eliminated when all balls in that player’s group have been pocketed.
Is Cutthroat played with the same equipment as pool?
Yes, the game normally uses a standard fifteen-ball pool rack and a cue ball on a regular pool table. The key difference is that players target opponents’ groups rather than trying to clear one shared group of balls.
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