| BlackJack Academy | |
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| Developer(s) | Westwood Associates |
| Publisher(s) | MicroIllusions |
| Platform(s) | Amiga, Apple IIGS, Commodore 64, MS-DOS |
| Release | 1988 |
| Genre(s) | Gambling |
| Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
BlackJack Academy is a 1988 video game published by MicroIllusions.
BlackJack Academy is a game in which the player learns how to play blackjack through a simulation in a casino environment. [1]
Roy Wagner reviewed the game for Computer Gaming World , and stated that "This program is a good example of software that can be used for recreational fun, serious study, and possibly financial profit (or loss). The graphics and sound are at a quality level. The user interface is excellent. If you like playing blackjack or want to learn more about the game, this program is for you." [1]
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