Category: Playtests

The Black Spades Preview is Available Today for Xbox Insiders!

Tim, Xbox Program Manager

Are you ready to play Spades? We’re excited to partner with Konsole Kingz and invite all Xbox Insiders on Xbox Series X|S to join the Black Spades Preview starting today. Join to give the team your feedback to help them refine and polish the game before release. This preview is an integral part of the development process, and we are delighted that you’ll be a part of it. Space is limited — reserve your spot today!

About the Game:

Yep, that’s right! Spades the way your friends and family play at home, college, reunions, and holiday get-togethers! The only spades game with Jokers, Deuces, and Reneg calling!

Black Spades was created for spades players on all levels. From the beginner playing at home to the expert playing on the go, our game was designed to get you straight to the action with no gimmicks.

Show off your spades skills to friends and family, then share them with the world!

How to Participate:

Sign-in on your Xbox Series X|S console and launch the Xbox Insider Hub app (or install the Xbox Insider Hub from the Store first if necessary)
Navigate to Previews > Black Spades
Select Join
Wait for the registration to complete and be directed to the Store and install Black Spades da Demo!

NOTE: Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

NOTE: This playtest is only available on Xbox Series X|S consoles.

How to Provide Feedback:

If you experience any issues while playing Black Spades, don’t forget to use “Report a problem” so we can investigate:

Hold down the home button on your Xbox controller.
Select Report a problem.
Select the Games category and Black Spades da Demo! subcategory.
Fill out the form with the appropriate details to help our investigation.

Other resources:

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