Tri-Pool: 3-In-One (Casino Tech)

Tri-Pool challenges players to a two-person billiards competition presented by Noma in 1981. This vertically oriented arcade game combines three distinct pool variations into one experience. Utilizing a Zilog Z80 processor and General Instrument sound chip, Tri-Pool offers simple graphics displayed at a resolution of 224x256 pixels with a palette of thirty-two colors. Gameplay involves using an eight-way joystick to aim and shoot billiard balls across the screen, striving to pocket them according to each game's specific rules. Two players compete simultaneously, adding a layer of direct competition to the traditional pool experience. The game was distributed under license from Casino Tech. Tri-Pool’s design focuses on straightforward control with five buttons alongside the joystick, creating an accessible and engaging sports simulation for two players.