Balatro
Most streamers rate Balatro a must-play.
3 streamer verdicts· Released 2024-02-20Independent creators only · sponsored coverage never counts
Streamer Verdicts
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Our analysis
A standout roguelike deck builder that turns poker hands into a deeply addictive scoring engine, with dozens of stacking Joker cards plus tarot, planet, and spectral cards that constantly reshape each run. It's praised as one of the most accessible and instantly gratifying games around, ideal for handheld play, with a stylish CRT-filter presentation and a catchy, earworm soundtrack. Considered a clear Game of the Year front-runner with essentially no faults.
Our analysis
Balatro offers fantastic, addictive poker-based deck-building with clever Joker synergies, spot-on controls and a clean UI. Boss debuffs and unlucky draws can derail strong runs, but the reviewer considers it a potential game of the year.
From me too, 9 out of 10, this is a fantastic game that we're still discovering all the time after a long time.About
- Released
- 2024-02-20
- Genre
- Strategy, Turn-based strategy (TBS), Indie, Card & Board Game
Creator Mentions · 2
Zangado Games😐 mixed
WatchOur analysis
Balatro is a clever, niche deck-building roguelike that deserves recognition as an indie game, but questioning its Game of the Year nomination feels justified given its specialized appeal and the fundamental differences between it and traditional AAA games.
- IInsert Reviews😐 mixedWatch
Our analysis
An incredibly innovative roguelite that successfully merges poker mechanics with deck-building depth. Simple to learn but packed with satisfying build variety and an excellent unlock system.