Playstack and LocalThunk have announced the launch of Balatro, a poker-inspired roguelike deckbuilder, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam on February 20. Additionally, a PC demo is now available.
Balatro focuses on creating powerful synergies and big wins in a poker-inspired environment. Combine valid poker hands with unique Joker cards to create synergies and varied builds. He wins enough chips to beat sneaky blind men, discovering hidden hands and decks as you progress. You’ll need every advantage possible to reach the boss’s blind, beat the last ante, and secure victory.
The game offers an ultimate roguelike experience with endless possibilities – every pick, discard and Joker can drastically change the course of your game. Balatro features a complete campaign with eight difficulties, as well as challenges, daily and seeded races.
Skillfully deploy a variety of powerful tools, from different decks and Joker cards to Tarot cards, Planet cards, Spectral cards and Vouchers. Use these versatile instruments to unleash a frenzy of combos and supercharge your poker hands, creating electrifying, adrenaline-filled synergies.
The game offers an immersive experience with a distinctive and psychedelic world. Let the synthwave soundtrack envelop you as you immerse yourself in the ultimate roguelike flow state. Improve your collection, discover new cards and secrets with each run, and enjoy detailed handcrafted pixelated graphics.
Balatro promises to be a unique experience that combines the excitement of poker with the strategy and surprise of a roguelike deckbuilder.
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