'Balatro' Touches Down on Apple Arcade, iOS

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Balatro, the acclaimed roguelike from LocalThunk and Playstack, is making its mobile debut later this month! Launching on iOS, Android, and Apple Arcade, this premium title offers a unique Poker-inspired gameplay experience. Following a hugely successful launch across multiple platforms (selling over 2 million units in under six months!), Balatro arrives on mobile with a $9.99 price tag. An Apple Arcade "+" version will also be available simultaneously. Future plans include a major free update in 2025, introducing fresh content and strategic elements.

Watch the mobile announcement trailer below, showcasing the game's captivating gameplay:

For those unfamiliar with Balatro, be sure to check out my 5/5 Switch review [link to review] and my "Best Games of 2024 (Switch)" feature [link to feature], both highlighting its exceptional quality. An interview with LocalThunk discussing the mobile port and more can be found here [link to interview].

Pre-order Balatro now on the App Store [iOS pre-order link] and pre-register on Google Play [Android pre-register link]. The Apple Arcade version is available here [Apple Arcade link]. Have you experienced the thrill of Balatro? Will you be adding this top-rated game to your mobile collection this September 26th?