The Puzzle is a single-player game mode in SM Billiards where the player can complete the predetermined objectives in predetermined set of levels and earn grades depending on better player performance (e.g. lower number of shots to complete the level grants higher grades and playing on higher aiming difficulty setting).
Rules[]
The rule set varies wildly depending on the level and by default, the objective is to pot all spheres on the table (some objectives prohibit potting some type of spheres, or potting the particular type where the others are optional) and the player has only one life (except on some levels, e.g. time limit replaces 1-life system, or the player starts with predetermined amount of lives instead of just one on these levels), which any fouls committed will instantly lead to a game over.
There are also obstacles (including some special spheres) placed around the table on certain puzzle levels, like a bomb that when detonated causes some spheres to fly off the table.
Bonuses[]
Like in Endurance mode, the player can earn Color Streak and other bonuses.
Level editor[]
Similarly to Sphere Matchers, players can create and share their own levels by using the built-in level editor. These submitted levels can be downloaded online, rated and reviewed.