Balatro adds 8 franchises and more madcap mayhem with Friends of Jimbo 3 update

Balatro's "Friends of Jimbo 3" Update: 8 New Franchises & 5 Game Awards Nominations!

The popular deckbuilding roguelike, Balatro, is expanding its chaotic universe with the free "Friends of Jimbo 3" update. This update introduces eight more franchises, adding even more unpredictable card art to the already wildly entertaining gameplay. With Jimbo's inherent craziness, the addition of these new franchises promises even more madcap fun.

This update marks Balatro's third and largest collaboration yet, showcasing the vision of Playstack and LocalThunk. The timing of the release, coinciding with The Game Awards where Balatro received an impressive five nominations (including Game of the Year!), highlights the game's growing success.

New franchises joining the fray include: Divinity: Original Sin 2, Don’t Starve, Enter the Gungeon, Cult of the Lamb, 1000x Resist, Potion Craft, Shovel Knight, and Warframe. This brings the total number of franchises to 16, offering players unprecedented deck customization options.

Curious about this unique card game? Check out our Balatro review for a comprehensive overview of the gameplay.

Ready to dive into the madness? Download Balatro now on Google Play and the App Store for $9.99 (or local equivalent). Apple Arcade subscribers can also enjoy the game.

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