Snooker Expansion Launches December 3, 2026
Ripstone is set to expand its pool simulation title, Pure Pool Pro, with a dedicated Snooker Expansion Pack arriving on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam on December 3, 2026. According to Worthplaying, the expansion introduces a full-frame snooker experience, marking the developer’s first snooker game since Snooker 19. The content pack will retail for £9.99 / $12.99 / €12.99 and requires the base game to function. While the expansion focuses on adding snooker-specific mechanics, Ripstone confirmed that all Pure Pool Pro players will receive a free update on the same day that improves opponent AI across both pool and snooker modes.
Snooker-Specific Physics and Features
The expansion was developed with a focus on replicating the tactical nature of professional snooker. Unlike the base game’s pool physics, the Snooker Expansion Pack features re-tuned ball speeds, cushion behaviors, and regulation-sized equipment, including specific pocket cuts and ball dimensions. To ensure the simulation aligns with real-world play, the developer utilized feedback from community members who play snooker in physical settings. New gameplay additions include:
- Wengcheng Snooker Arena: A purpose-built venue designed for the expansion, though players can also utilize snooker tables in existing environments like the Rackhaus and the futuristic TetraDome.
- Dedicated Career Path: A 30-event career mode structured across Amateur, Focused, and Pro difficulty levels, split across 5 tracks.
- Specialized Modes: Players can engage in 6 Reds, Snooker Colours, and Snooker Breakpoint challenges.
- Unlockable Rewards: The pack includes 90 snooker-themed rewards, such as specialized cues, ball sets, and baize designs.
AI Overhaul for All Players
In an effort to address this, the December 3 update includes a comprehensive overhaul of the AI. The update, which includes an opponent AI overhaul, is designed to ensure that every Pure Pool Pro player feels an improvement, with AI contenders featuring unique personalities and strategies to mimic real-world pros. These enhanced AI opponents are designed to analyze and adapt to player styles in real time.
Advanced Gameplay and Technical Details
The expansion introduces new audio and visual effects, including specific sounds for ball impacts and pocketing. Online functionality has been expanded to include dedicated ranked snooker matches where players can climb leaderboards. The developers have implemented an AI Generated Content disclosure, noting that a selection of the in-game avatars are AI-generated. Pure Pool® is a registered trademark of Ripstone Ltd.
Questions About Snooker Expansion Pack Requirements and Features
Does the Snooker Expansion Pack require the base game?
Yes, the expansion is an add-on for Pure Pool Pro and requires the base game, which currently retails for £19.99 / $24.99 / €24.99, to be purchased separately.
Is the expansion available on all platforms simultaneously?
Yes, Ripstone confirmed the expansion will launch on December 3, 2026, across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.
Are there aim assists available for the new snooker tables?
According to the official Steam store page, the expansion includes optional aim guides scaled specifically for the larger snooker table dimensions to help players plan safety shots and build breaks.