Members of Xbox Game Pass have been dropping praise bombs on a free game that was added to the catalog earlier this year, as its gameplay mechanics feel like a mix between Balatro and Slay the Spire. There are constant changes happening to Microsoft’s subscription service, so it’s quite easy to miss a few new additions. For example, October 29 on Xbox Game Pass is going to be huge, as four titles are arriving on the same date – one of which is a major Final Fantasy game. However, some smaller titles also deserve the spotlight.
That is the case with an indie game that was added to the catalog in May 2026. User WorseCaseOntari0 on Reddit has praised a game called Black Jacket, saying that they can’t recommend it enough. The redditor mentions that the title is a “blackjack version of Balatro with a similar map system to Slay the Spire,” pointing out that the goal is not to get a high score, but to win the hand in play. The user also calls the game “insanely addictive,” especially for those who have played and enjoyed blackjack in real life.
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