Though on the outside, Balatro seems like it’s just playing poker, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In order to succeed, you’ll need to utilize the varied and helpful Joker cards. We have ...

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In a roguelike, the word “negative” is typically a big warning sign and means you should entirely avoid whatever it is attached to. Balatro does things a little differently, but players might still be ...

GameSpot may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and from purchases through links. In February 2025, Balatro introduced a handful of Dead by ...

Cyberpunk 2077's "Update 2.2" introduced a brand new Balatro crossover quest that sees V travel around Night City on a scavenger hunt to find 10 hidden Joker cards for the mysterious Jim B. In this ...

Balatro has well over 100 Jokers to find, unlock, and collect. Each Joker is a unique blend of mechanics and interactions that help mould your run into something truly unique every time you boot the ...

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One of the first major updates for Balatro is almost here, and it has quite a few new features and adjustments for the game. The hardest difficulties are about to become just a touch easier, and new ...

The game is also tweaking its difficulty. Upon its release in February, the roguelike deck-building game Balatro surpassed all expectations, selling 250,000 copies in its first three days on the ...

Balatro isn’t just about playing poker, it’s about bending the rules, breaking the game, and watching your numbers skyrocket into the stratosphere. And the secret sauce? Jokers. These little ...