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Balatro, LocalThunk’s debut indie title, is out for PC and Consoles now! Read on to learn about its release date, what platforms it's coming to, and its announcement history.
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Balatro Release Date
Released on February 24, 2024
Balatro officially launched on February 24, 2024, on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PC (Steam), and Mobile (Apple Arcade, Google Play, App Store).
 Steam |
 PlayStation |
 Xbox |
 Nintendo |
| Price | $14.99 | ||
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 App Store |
 Google Play |
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| Price | $9.99 | ||
Is Balatro on Xbox Game Pass?
Yes. Balatro is currently playable on the Xbox PC and Console Game Pass.
Is Balatro on PS Plus?
Yes. Balatro is currently playable on PlayStation Plus Premium Tier.
Is Balatro on Nintendo Switch Online?
Yes. Balatro is available on Nintendo Switch Online.
Announcement History
Featured During the Steam Deckbuilder Fest
Balatro was also showcased and featured during the March 2024 Steam Deckbuilder Fest celebration.
Featured on the February 2024 Steam Next Fest Celebration
Balatro was showcased during the February 2024 Steam Next Fest Celebration, offering a limited preview build just two weeks ahead of its official release on February 20, 2024.
Demo Released on Steam in June 2023
Balatro’s first demo build was released on Steam on June 17, 2023, offering players 50 rounds to explore its mechanics before reaching the demo’s conclusion.
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