Community30 Jun 2026The Journey Ahead - What’s Next for Black JacketGreetings fellow lost souls, First of all - thank you all again for playing Black Jacket , sharing feedback, reporting issues, and helping us improve the game since launch. We’ve just released our first post-launch patch, and we’re planning more. Today we want to share a quick look at what’s coming next: ✅ Patch #1 - Balancing \ Our first update focused on fixes, polish, and improving the overa…
Balance and Bugfix Patch 1.0.6 Hello again, this is Michael, handing you a deep dive for patch 1.0.6! Today we are moving the new card balancing changes from the public test branch into the main branch, together with a list of bugfixes! There are also a few changes done to boss decks in part because of the card changes, and in part due to your feedback! I’d like to take a moment to talk about h…
Hello! My name is Michael, and I’m the designer for Black Jacket. It has been so much fun seeing the response to its release, from its story and presentation, to the creative strategies you have come up with by using the suits and their powers. Today I would like to take a moment to talk about how we will work with balance patches moving forward, and what you can expect if you would like to hel…
Dear players, We've just rolled out a small hotfix patch. Here's what's fixed: · Several issues with cards in the "Flames" suit · The "Sacrifice" curse no longer results in gameplay getting stuck during a boss fight, and no longer sticks around on subsequent journeys · Interacting with the game's menu or chapter map while choosing an artifact no longer results in an unresponsive game · Selectin…
Black Jacket — Steam Deck Verified We’re excited to share that Black Jacket is now officially Steam Deck Verified for the Steam Deck . Your escape from Hell’s card tables is now fully handheld. This roguelite deck-builder — where you bend probabilities, build devastating decks, and gamble your way through infernal opponents — now plays smoothly and comfortably on the go. What Steam Deck Verifie…
We've just rolled out a small hotfix patch. The following issues were fixed: · Cards with "Diagonal" tag targeting wrong slots · Black Screens - added additional fail safes to not block the progress · Tooltips size and position improvements · Cards stuck when fanning out during deck building animation
Dear players! Thank you for reporting the issues about runs not ending properly. We managed to locate the issues and pushed a fix in version 0.1.0.209_CL298609 (you can see the number in bottom right corner of the settings screen). Additionaly the UI size for Soul Coin tooltip was fixed as well. Keep on playing!
Greetings lost souls! The time has come, purgatory awaits. Build your deck, learn fate of the other stranded souls and break the cycle. Do you have what it takes to reach the Ferryman? Can you discover all the secrets and unlock all the cards, artifacts and Face Trios? Take your chance and climb out of hell while playing Black Jacket. See you at the table or at our BLACK JACKET DISCORD Mi'pu'mi…
Are you ready for the release? Third, and final round before the release, of the Demo Challenges has started. Can you beat the demo and win the game key? Participation rules: · Join the BLACK JACKET DISCORD · Complete the challenge to earn a chance in the raffle · Record your gameplay and upload it to YouTube (or similar platform for video proof, required) · Share your YouTube link in the Demo…
The Date Is Set — May 12 The cards know your name now. They've been waiting. Black Jacket deals in Monday, May 12th. You've counted every card in the deck. Memorized every tell at the table. Shuffled fate until it bends. One last sit-down with the dealer — and this time, you're walking out with your soul - or nothing at all. Place your bet. Wishlist Black Jacket now.
To celebrate the Deckbuilder Fest we prepared a developer commentary. Learn how to play, insights and stratefy with Jakub on a journey to escape Black Jacket's hell!
Hear ye, hear ye, lost souls! Second round of the Demo Challenges is here, see if you can win the game key ! Participation rules: · Join the BLACK JACKET DISCORD · Complete the challenge to earn a chance in the raffle · Record your gameplay and upload it to YouTube (or similar platform for video proof, required) · Share your YouTube link in the Demo Challenges channel on Discord · Deadline: 26.…
Play for your soul anywhere! On top of controller support, the game is now playable on Steam Deck ! Play at home, take it outside, gamble your soul on the go, and let us know how it feels. Hop over to our Discord to share your plays, feedback or to hangout with fellow lost souls: BLACK JACKET DISCORD
Thanks to you, we were able to catch and fix few inconviniences in the demo: Improvements · R evised the Focus Mode tutorial pop up and call to action. · It's now clearer for players they need to use Focus Mode on one of the cards. · We added secondary option (CTRL + LMB) for players using touchpad on a laptop. · You can now return from map and pause menu using the B button on the controller. ·…
Feeling lucky? Black Jacket is taking part in Steam Next Fest February! Make sure to check out the latest version of the demo and experience the latest update . On top of recent changes we also fixed couple of bugs today: · Table slot effects' texts should now always be visible · King and Queen portraits are now displayed correctly after interacting with Jack if they were placed on Hollow slot…
Greetings lost souls! We’ve been hard at work on the full game and we’re back with a fresh Demo update for you to dive into. Controller support · The game is now fully playable with a controller · Check the binding scheme in the pause menu · Take advantage of new QoL shortcuts like Deck Peek, Quick Draw, and Sleeve shortcuts New Boss · Niv replaces Ivel in the Demo boss rotation · Expect an enc…
Gather around lost souls, demo fixes arrived! We just uploaded a small patch that ensure your experience is more smooth and enjoyable: Gameplay Updates · Card events should now feel less repetitive , offering more variety across runs. · Added more awakened cards to events for deeper deck-building options. Bug Fixes · Fixed an issue where certain cards could break or vanish in specific situation…
Hey everyone! We’ve been keeping our cards close… but it’s time to show our hand. The Black Jacket Demo is now live on Steam! Slip into your jacket and step into a smoky afterlife casino where every hand could be your last (or your lucky break). Play a few rounds, meet some of the lost souls stuck at the table, and get a feel for the rhythm, risk, and mystique of Black Jacket . What’s in the De…
🎉 We launched an open playtest 🎉 The gates have opened - you can play Black Jacket right now! Step into the underworld and test your luck in this early version of the game. We’re eager to hear your thoughts and see how far your wagers take you. 💀 What You Can Do: · 📝 Share Feedback - Use the in-game F8 feedback tool , join Discord , or post here on the forums. · 🔧 Help Shape the Game - You…
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