Balatro

Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Genre: RPG/Strategy
Publisher: PlayStack
Developer: LocalThunk
Release Date: Feb. 20, 2024

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'Balatro' Sales Exceed 1 Million Copies In Its First Month

by Rainier on March 18, 2024 @ 4:43 p.m. PDT

Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder/poker roguelike where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos.

Combine valid poker hands with unique Joker cards in order to create varied synergies and builds. Earn enough chips to beat devious blinds, all while uncovering hidden bonus hands and decks as you progress. You’re going to need every edge you can get in order to reach the boss blind, beat the final ante and secure victory.

Deftly deploy an array of potent tools: different Decks, Jokers, Tarot cards, Planet cards, Spectral cards, and Vouchers. Use these versatile instruments to ignite a combo frenzy and turbocharge your poker hands, crafting electrifying, adrenaline-fueled synergies.

Immerse yourself in Balatro’s distinctive psychedelic world. Let the synthwave soundtrack wash over you - wind down, escape the daily grind and prepare to enter the ultimate roguelike flow state.

Balatro has reached a significant milestone by selling 1 million copies in its first month. This achievement highlights the game's widespread appeal and the enthusiastic response from the gaming community.

"We're incredibly grateful for the support and enthusiasm from players worldwide," says Harvey Elliott, CEO of Playstack. "The game's success is a testament to the quality and creativity that the indie sector can deliver, proving that even in uncertain times, innovative games can thrive. We extend our deepest thanks to every player who has joined us on this adventure."

LocalThunk, the solo developer behind Balatro, shared their gratitude for the game's reception as well. "I'm so grateful to all the players and people that have made this happen. I still can't grasp the response to this game, and I am overjoyed that so many people have been able to have fun with my silly creation. I'm so fortunate that I can continue working on my passion as a career. Thank you!”.

As Balatro continues to capture the hearts (and clubs) of players, LocalThunk is committed to keep working on both the game’s core experience and making it accessible to even more players.

Key Features:

  • Endless possibilities - every pick-up, discard and joker can dramatically alter the course of your run.
  • In-depth campaign mode complete with 8 difficulties, as well as challenge, daily and seeded runs.
  • 150 Jokers, each with their own unique abilities
  • 15 Decks with distinct modifiers to choose from for each run
  • 5 potential variants of each Joker which add further abilities
  • 22 Tarot cards variants that can enhance your regular playing cards
  • 11 Planet cards that help level up your possible poker hands
  • 32 Voucher cards to help provide permanent buffs for your current run
  • Improve your collection and discover new cards and secrets with every single run.
  • Make use of the in-depth stats screen to study your best hands, most used Jokers, and more!
  • Immerse yourself in the CRT fuzz and enjoy detailed, hand-crafted pixel art.

Balatro is available for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox and PC (Steam).


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