Game: Backspin Billiards

'Chalk' it up to clever design, thoughtful planning and an eye for the sport's subtle nuances: Backspin Billiards will make a hustler out of you yet.Pedestrian approach and lack of focus aside, the title - a convincing simulation of America's favorite barroom diversion - offers a compelling look at the grand old game. More amazing still; the outing will actually teach you to hone your real-world technique, yet remains accessible enough that even novices greener than felt can still wrap their hands around it.