Blackjack 2.4

Includes all changes since the published 2.3 release.

Added

• Per-table settings for min bet, max bet, max players, and join distance.
• /bj createtable options for per-table settings.
• /bj settable <setting> <value> to edit the nearest table.
• Automatic config.yml and messages.yml updates on startup and /bj reload, with .pre-update.bak backups.
• Full PlaceholderAPI documentation covering stats, table, game, betting, and economy placeholders.
• /bj version and /bj tab completion.

Changed

• All plugin commands now require /bj or /blackjack.
• Removed standalone commands like /join, /leave, /hit, /bet, /stats, and /bjversion.
• Updated help text, messages, clickable buttons, README examples, and plugin.yml for namespaced commands.
• Bet limits, max players, and join distance now respect per-table overrides.
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Updated messages.yml

• Every message by the plugin can now FULLY be fully translated or changed in any way!

Added automatic table leaving

• If a player is inactive too long on a table with other players OR if they move far enough away from the table, they automatically leave the table without having to press the Leave Table button!

Added PlaceholderAPI support!

• Several placeholders have been created for the plugin which will be listed in the plugin description!

Fixed critical bugs

• Fixed game logic where players were losing on 21 when the dealer showed 19.
• Fixed duplicate hardcoded messages when translation was attempted.

Added messages.yml

• All plugin messages are now fully customizable in messages.yml allowing for easier plugin translation.

Decluttered plugin

• Unnecessary messages and config values removed

Updated Table Leaving

• Players can now simply walk away from tables to leave them.
• Disconnected players also leave the table.
• All player bets are refunded if the table is prematurely left.
• Server owners can decide if bets should be refunded or not if a player leaves the table mid-game.

Refresh config.yml for updated keys!

Double Down added

Players can now double down on their first two cards to win (or lose) twice the amount of money they placed their bet with!

Betting GUI removed

Betting is now entirely in the chat itself without needing a GUI of any sort.

Version checker added

Admins are now notified when a new release for this plugin is released.

GSit support included

Players are now automatically seated on the chairs if GSit is detected.

Customizable quick bet amounts

Quick bet amounts in chat are now customizable in the config.yml.

Bugfixes

• Illegal character console message no longer shows
• Players now face the right way when joining a table

Major Features

• Colorized Chat System - Red hearts/diamonds, dark spades/clubs with bold hand values
• Enhanced Result Display - Clear win/loss messages with color-coded payouts

Gameplay Improvements

• Dealer Hand Revelation - See complete dealer final hand: Dealer: ♠K ♥7 | 17
• Smooth Game Flow - Fixed infinite loops and stuck game states
• Bold Hand Values - Gold for 21, red for bust, green for good hands
• Proper State Management - Clean transitions between games

Visual Enhancements

• Suit Color Coding - Red ♥♦ and dark gray ♠♣ for instant recognition
• Compact Messages - Essential info without spam
• Result Highlights - PLAYER WINS! +$100 with emojis and colors
• Professional UI - Clean, readable game interface