NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 12 , 2026 — Fans of the global hit mobile game 8 Ball Pool can now enjoy the game on a bigger screen following a partnership between LG Electronics and Miniclip, the game’s owner, to bring the popular title to LG Smart TVs for the first time.
Recognised by Guinness World Records as the most downloaded mobile pool game, 8 Ball Pool has surpassed 1 billion downloads worldwide. The game will be available on LG Smart TVs running webOS 6.0 and above, including 2021 and newer models, and can be accessed through the LG Gaming Portal or LG Apps.
For its big screen at home debut, 8 Ball Pool has been optimized for the webOS platform with a dynamic user interface, allowing players to aim, adjust power and shoot with intuitive precision using the LG Magic Remote. The game also offers optional in-game items for purchase, adding opportunities for fun and personalization.
On LG screens over 100 inches, including LG’s latest QNED evo and Micro RGB TVs, 8 Ball Pool comes to life at real-world scale3, creating an immersive at-home experience that players can enjoy with just a remote controller.
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An all-new Couch Play Mode has been introduced with this launch, adding 1-on-1 multiplayer gameplay that allows two users to compete head-to-head on the same screen, bringing family and friends together for shared, competitive fun from the comfort of the sofa.
Overall, LG has tripled the number of web-based gaming titles available across its platform over the last two years1, expanding its library to more than 1,000 free-to-play games. This expanded library has contributed to stronger user engagement, with overall gaming usage increasing by 67 percent year over year2. Total hours played grew by 71 percent, while individual gaming sessions rose by 50 percent, underscoring the growing role of LG Smart TVs as an entertainment and gaming destination.
“Through this partnership, LG continues to expand its free premium gaming ecosystem on the webOS platform,” said Chris Jo, head of the webOS Platform Business Center at the LG Media Entertainment Solution Company. “With new hit titles customized for big-screen players, LG is transforming the traditional TV into an interactive hub for home entertainment.”
1 Based on internal data for Jan 2024 ~ May 2026.
2.Based on internal data for June 2025 ~ June 2026.
3 Real-life size measurements based on 7-foot ball pool
