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Execute ultra-violent raids in 1970s casino hotels. Take down the Las Vegas mob as a drug super-powered hitman in physics-fueled top-down close combat

2026ActionIndie14.99 USDDeck VerifiedWindows · macOS · Linuxby Transhuman Design
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Frequently asked about Jackal

Is Jackal verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Jackal is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Jackal cost?
Jackal is listed on Steam at 14.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Jackal?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Jackal are Killer Ricky, Mr. Fast, The Hong Kong Massacre.
Who developed Jackal?
Jackal was developed by Transhuman Design.

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