Cat Jack

Cat Jack

Satchel Games · Board game · 2026
Ludopedia BGG 2–5 30 min
Buy
rating Ludopedia
rating BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy light and cute games, you'll love Cat Jack. It's a charming twist on Blackjack with a feline touch!

Highlights
  • Simple and intuitive mechanics
  • Adorable theme for cat lovers
  • Great for playing with kids
Keep in mind
  • May be too simple for experienced players
  • Lacks deep strategic depth
Rules manual not indexed yet Upload the PDF rulebook to ask questions about this game with AI.

About the game

What you do in a play session

In Cat Jack, the goal is to win the friendship of the black cat. This game offers a cute and clever twist on the classic push-your-luck mechanics of Blackjack. Will you be the one to earn the cat's favor? The challenge is to get as close as possible to the cat's number without going over. But beware: the cat has a hidden card that adjusts its value! Each turn, you choose to PLAY or PASS. If you play, you draw the top card of the deck and play a card from your hand in front of you. If you pass, you're out of the round and keep the sum of the cards you've played. When everyone passes, the hidden card is revealed, and the player closest to the cat's value wins! It's a simple variation of Blackjack, but with a strategic twist: you always have information about the cards in other players' hands, the top card of the deck, and the cat's value, thanks to the hints on the back of the cards!

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–5 players
2 OK
3 OK
4 OK
5 OK

Where to Buy

Prices monitored daily

Finding best prices...

Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Families

Admin: Upcoming Releases Animals: Cats Card Games: Matching Crowdfunding: Kickstarter
Publisher Satchel Games
Designer Patrick Logan, Whitney Loraine
Artist Patricia Maldonado

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

1owners
1wishlist

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
How many players can play Cat Jack?
Cat Jack is for 2 to 5 players.
How long does a game typically last?
A game lasts about 30 minutes.
Is Cat Jack suitable for children?
Yes, it's a children's game with simple rules and a fun theme.
Do I need to know how to play Blackjack to play Cat Jack?
No, the rules are simple, and the game teaches you how to play.
What are the components of the game?
The game includes cards, mouse toy tokens, and instructions.

Other Games You'll Like

Based on mechanics and theme

7 games