NES/Famicom

Side Pocket

The main objective is to cross different USA cities and reach the predetermined scores to go ahead. But remember- you'll have only 16 balls and every error can be lethal! The game also comes with modes for 2 players with two variants- 2P Pocket Game (the traditional mode) and 2P 9-Ball Game, where the premise is to sink 9 balls before the other player makes them first. If you prefer, test your target in Trick Game or even hear your favorite song in Jukebox. After each stage completed (and some luck), a bonus stage will appear, as well as the chance to earn extra balls. You will only need a good target in the parquet block!

Genre: Pool and Dart
Year: 1987
Developer: Data East Corporation
Publisher: Data East USA, Inc.
Players: 2

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P2P Netplay available on compatible cores

Achievements

48 achievements · 415 total points

Learner 1 Successfully complete all center spin lessons
5 pts
Learner 2 Successfully complete all follow spin lessons
5 pts
Learner 3 Successfully complete all draw spin lessons
5 pts
Learner 4 Successfully complete all right spin lessons
5 pts
Learner 5 Successfully complete all left spin lessons
5 pts
Ball 1 Sink the ball 1 when it's the Next ball
2 pts
World bonus shoot Complete the World bonus shoot
5 pts
City bonus shoot Complete the city bonus shoot
5 pts
State master Clear board in the State
5 pts
State champion Get 4100 or more points at the State
10 pts
State bonus shoot Complete the state bonus shoot
5 pts
State fancy trick Complete the state fancy trick
10 pts
U.S.A. master Clear board in the U.S.A.
5 pts
U.S.A. champion Get 5100 or more points at the U.S.A.
10 pts
U.S.A. bonus shoot Complete the U.S.A. bonus shoot
5 pts
U.S.A. super trick Complete the U.S.A. super trick
10 pts
World master Clear board in the World
5 pts
World champion Get 7100 or more points at the World
10 pts
City champion Get 3100 or more points at the City
10 pts
World ultra trick Complete the World ultra trick
10 pts
The Champion! Beat the game
50 pts
6 balls in a row Sink all balls in a row on 6 balls board
10 pts
9 balls in a row Sink all balls in a row on 9 balls board
25 pts
10 balls in a row Sink all balls in a row on 10 balls board
25 pts
6 balls in sequence Sink all balls in a sequence on 6 balls board
10 pts
9 balls in sequence Sink all balls in a sequence on 9 balls board
25 pts
10 balls in sequence Sink all balls in a sequence on 10 balls board
25 pts
2 balls, 1 shot Sink 2 balls with one shot on regular board
10 pts
High score Beat high score of 10.000 points
10 pts
Ball 8 Sink the ball 8 when it's the Next ball
2 pts
Ball 2 Sink the ball 2 when it's the Next ball
2 pts
Ball 3 Sink the ball 3 when it's the Next ball
2 pts
Ball 4 Sink the ball 4 when it's the Next ball
2 pts
Ball 5 Sink the ball 5 when it's the Next ball
2 pts
Ball 6 Sink the ball 6 when it's the Next ball
2 pts
Ball 7 Sink the ball 7 when it's the Next ball
2 pts
Ball 9 Sink the ball 9 when it's the Next ball
2 pts
Ball 10 Sink the ball 10 when it's the Next ball
2 pts
Last ball zone Sink a cue ball into zone hole when a one ball is left
5 pts
Multiple balls zone Sink a cue ball into zone hole when several balls is left
5 pts
Bonus ball Sink a ball into star hole and get 1 more shot
5 pts
Bonus points Sink a ball into star hole and get 1000 points
5 pts
Bonus trick Sink a ball into star hole and get trick shoot
5 pts
Super ball Hit a Super ball
5 pts
Reverse Move all balls into right side and cue ball on the left on 6 balls board
10 pts
City master Clear board in the City
5 pts
Great player Get 8000 or more points on any level
25 pts
Strong arm Push the cue ball with maximum power
5 pts

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Side Pocket frequently asked questions

How do I play Side Pocket online with a friend?

Side Pocket (NES/Famicom) can be played online with friends using Etera's P2P netplay. Create a room in the launcher and invite your friend, who joins through the invite. Step by step:

Download the Etera launcher for Windows or Linux and create your account.
Ask your friend to do the same and add them to your friends list.
Pick the game in the library and create a netplay room.
Invite your friend: they accept the invite and join the room.
The launcher keeps dependencies on the same version for both players, avoiding desync.

How do I play Side Pocket on PC?

Download the Etera launcher (Windows or Linux), find Side Pocket in the NES/Famicom library and click to download. The launcher handles the emulator and setup for you.

Does Side Pocket netplay lag?

Etera uses a direct P2P connection between players, which usually means low latency. Results depend on each player's internet quality.

Does Side Pocket have achievements?

Yes, Side Pocket has 48 achievements worth 415 points. Achievements are counted and saved to your history and the leaderboard for subscribers and during the trial period.

Can I play Side Pocket for free?

Yes. Every account gets a 5-day trial with premium features. After that, the free plan allows 3 new games per day and 1 netplay session per day. Premium raises those limits.

Play Side Pocket on Etera

Download the launcher for Windows or Linux, find this game in the library and play solo or with friends.