Balatro is getting a "major gameplay update" next year with "new ideas and strategies" as the roguelike poker sensation sells 2 million copies
Aug. 7, 2024Balatro is somehow getting even better
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Balatro’s solo developer has celebrated two million sales of their roguelike game by announcing three surprises, the first of which is a free “major gameplay update” coming next year.
Just revealed today, Balatro’s debut update is being billed by solo developer LocalThunk as a “major gameplay update,” which will “bring new ideas and strategies to the game.” This is a token of thanks from LocalThunk to Balatro’s players, as the excellent roguelike card-based game has smashed through two million sales since launch earlier this year.
“We have two more surprises this summer, keep an eye out for some more exciting news!” afollow-up tweetfrom Balatro’s developer reads. Right now, there’s no information whatsoever about these two other “surprises,” so we don’t even know if they’re actual gameplay updates like the newly-announced patch, or something entirely different like merchandise.
But one thing’s clear: one of the new Balatro surprises won’t be a casino or actual gambling game based on the roguelike indie, becauseBalatro’s creator specifically forbids such a thing in their will. The solo developer is so against the concept that they’ve got a stipulation in their will that means it can’t be sold or licensed to gambling companies whatsoever, which is music to my ears.
Take a look at ourupcoming indie gamesguide for a look ahead at all the small-time titles launching this year while we wait for Balatro’s new update.
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