Last year's gaming landscape was enriched with numerous standout titles, but none captured the hearts and minds of players and critics quite like the indie roguelike sensation, Balatro. What makes Balatro's success even more remarkable is that it was crafted by a single developer. The game has soared past an impressive milestone, selling over 5 million copies worldwide!
Just a little over a month ago, Balatro's creator, LocalThunk, was celebrating a significant achievement of 3.5 million copies sold. In a stunning turn of events, the game managed to sell an additional 1.5 million copies in just about 40 days. This surge in sales can likely be attributed to the renowned "The Game Awards effect," as hinted by the developer in a tweet.
Harvey Elliott, the CEO of publisher Playstack, described this latest milestone as an incredible achievement that deserves celebration. He expressed immense pride in both LocalThunk and the dedicated team at Playstack.
Even nearly a year after its release, Balatro continues to thrive. The card-based roguelike game keeps players engaged with ongoing updates and exciting collaborations. Recently, it achieved a new personal record for peak concurrent players on Steam, showcasing its enduring popularity and appeal.
