I'd have to say yes and no, cue ball control, banks and shot selection would be a plus.
Safety play is more of a maybe since what could be a great safe in one pocket would not always be a good safe in 8 ball. Still probably always a good idea to play different games
Safety play is more of a maybe since what could be a great safe in one pocket would not always be a good safe in 8 ball. Still probably always a good idea to play different games