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Balatro Lands on Apple Arcade, iOS as Standalone Release Sept. 26

Author : Madison Feb 08,2025

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Balatro, the acclaimed poker-inspired roguelike from LocalThunk and Playstack, is making its mobile debut later this month! Launching on iOS, Android, and Apple Arcade on September 26th, this premium title will be available for $9.99 on iOS and Android, and as a "+" title on Apple Arcade. Having already sold over 2 million copies across various platforms in under six months, Balatro is poised for mobile success. A significant free update is planned for 2025, introducing fresh gameplay mechanics and strategic options.

Check out the mobile announcement trailer below:

Unfamiliar with Balatro? Read my 5/5 Switch review here and discover why I included it among the best Switch games of 2024 in this feature. I also had the opportunity to interview LocalThunk about the game and its mobile adaptation – find that interview here.

Pre-order Balatro now:

  • iOS App Store: [App Store Link Here]
  • Android: [Android Pre-registration Link Here]
  • Apple Arcade: [Apple Arcade Link Here]

Will you be adding this top-rated game to your mobile collection this month?

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