| Name | Reviewer | Quote | Score |
| IGN.com (PC - Windows) | Trent C. Ward | If you like video pool, you really owe it to yourself to give this game a go. | 7.4 out of 10 |
| PCGamer.com (PC - Windows) | Daniel Morris | There's just no getting over the iffy physics of the table and the general blah-ness of the whole package. | 24% |
| IGN.com (PlayStation) | Doug Perry | Ultimate 8 Ball is a solid, well-designed pool game that excels in certain areas. | 8 out of 10 |
| AVault.com (PlayStation) | Jason Purdy | There are definitely a few areas where Ultimate 8 Ball falls flat on its face, but there is no better pool simulator out there today. | 4 out of 5 |
| Gamezilla.com (PlayStation) | Chad Foster | This is a great pool game that pool lovers will drool over. | Fans Only |
| GamesFirst.com (PlayStation) | Jeff Luther | The game uses rich vibrant colors that give it a detailed and visually stimulating atmosphere. | N/A |