Game Review
Balatro
10.0/10
A poker-themed roguelike deckbuilder that is absurdly addictive and brilliantly designed.
by LocalThunkRoguelikeCard GameStrategy$14.99
PCSwitchMobile09 June 2026
Pros
- +Incredibly addictive loop
- +Deep strategy
- +Perfect for short sessions
- +Great soundtrack
Cons
- -Can feel luck-dependent
- -Limited visual variety
Balatro takes the simple concept of poker hands and transforms it into one of the most compelling deckbuilders in years.
Gameplay
Build your deck with jokers that multiply and transform your scoring in wild ways. Each run is a puzzle of synergies.
Verdict
A masterpiece of game design that proves you do not need big budgets to make something extraordinary.