Balatro's Surprise Xbox Game Pass Debut

Xbox's ID@Xbox showcase delivered a delightful surprise: Jimbo, the mischievous maestro of Balatro, announced the game's arrival on Xbox Game Pass—available today! And he brought friends.

Today's trailer revealed a new "Friends of Jimbo" update for Balatro, brimming with fresh face card customizations. The trailer showcased additions inspired by beloved franchises: Bugsnax, Civilization, Assassin's Creed, Slay the Princess, Friday the 13th, and Fallout.

This marks the fourth "Friends of Jimbo" update, following previous additions featuring The Witcher, Cyberpunk 2077, Among Us, Divinity: Original Sin 2, Vampire Survivors, Stardew Valley, and more. As before, these updates are purely cosmetic, enhancing Balatro's visual flair without altering core gameplay.

But the real news? Balatro is instantly playable on Xbox Game Pass! Previously available for purchase on Xbox, this addition makes indulging in Balatro's addictive card-slinging even easier. Jimbo would approve.