What are the different types of billiards games?

There are several different types of billiards games that offer unique challenges and variations. One popular type is Eight-Ball, where players aim to pocket all their designated balls (stripes or solids) and then sink the 8-ball to win. Nine-Ball is another variant, where players must pocket the balls in numerical order, starting from the lowest number, until the 9-ball is sunk for victory. Straight Pool is a classic game where players attempt to pocket any ball on the table, earning a point per ball, and reaching a predetermined point target to win. Other variations include One-Pocket, where players try to sink the balls into a single designated pocket, and Bank Pool, where the objective is to bank shots off the table's cushions. Each type offers its own set of rules and strategies, providing a diverse range of billiards experiences to players.