On top of that, there's essentially no difference in features between the mobile and desktop/console versions. Granted, that's due in large part to the game being a relatively simple title (at least ...

In Balatro, there are many ways to gain more effectiveness over the course of a run. One way to do that is through powerful upgrades called Vouchers. Unlike Jokers, which you can only have a limited ...

Made by a single former information technology worker, a spiced-up version of virtual poker has become the video game surprise hit of the year. “Balatro,” whose developer only goes by the screen name ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. News and opinion about video games, television, movies and the internet. When Balatro landed one of the extremely coveted Game of ...

When a video game has lots of success right off the bat, sometimes things get weird — strange breakdowns in communication with the audience, for example, or hitches in the code that put people off of ...

Seeded runs create unique, powerful builds with high scores and incredible luck across various decks. Unique combinations ...

We loved Balatro so much, we just had to write more about it. First of all, Balatro just feels nice on a handheld device. It's the kind of game that you can play passively while watching TV or ...

In a year filled with massive open world RPGs and AAA live service games with ambitious season passes, it’s incredible that the title that truly captured the hearts (and free time) of players in 2024 ...

This review was previously published during Balatro’s February launch. We’re resurfacing the story in honor of its Game of the Year nomination at The Game Awards. I’m not a poker guy, but I am ...