Balatro to get a Daily Challenge mode

Balatro came to Switch on Feb. 20th, 2024, along with other platforms. The game has been quite the hit, as it hit 500k units sold in 10 days across all versions combined. There’s no doubt hundreds of thousands more have flocked to the game in the days since, and now they have something new to look forward to as well.

As if Balatro wasn’t already addictive enough, developer LocalThunk has announced that they’ll be bringing a Daily Challenge mode to the game. Specifics on the mode or its release date haven’t been shared, but its development is 100% assured. We’ll bring you the specifics on this update once the developer shares more details.

Balatro is a poker-inspired roguelike deck builder all about creating powerful synergies and winning big. Merging the timeless charm of poker with strategic deck-building elements, Balatro promises an engaging gameplay experience that is both nostalgically familiar and refreshingly new. The strategic twist of joker cards in the game adds an unexpected layer of excitement, broadening its appeal to a diverse range players.