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Balatro

Poker rediscovered.

Crazy poker variation - that's how Balatro can be described in three words. The game not only refreshed the rules of the world's most popular card game, but it also brings a new perspective to the entire genre. The success it attained clearly shows that it was greatly needed.

Besides the standard deck in the game, there are additional cards like planets and tarot that expand the basic poker rules. Jokers that bring benefits to the player are also extremely important. They can often play a trick and significantly complicate the situation on the table, although not to the extent that it becomes hopeless—you just need to think longer about the next moves. Another difficulty are the bosses.

This game is also enriched with modifiers that can captivate you for hours—watch out for addiction! The devs themselves took care of this, introducing elements to Balatro that can only be unlocked after many rounds. There were also packs with cards to open.

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