Change game without CPU opponent's approval
The people in the bars usually want to play 8-Ball, but here is a way to play the game that you want. First, get someone to play, and when asked which game, select "8-Ball". When the next set of options appears, choose "Change Game", then pick the desired game. Your opponent will not say no. Note: This trick will not work on your friends in the basement because they play what you want. However, you may want to play against the people in the bars because they have more money to offer than your friends.