Games
Balatro Creator Completes His Own Game With Final Achievement, Prepares for Expansion
LocalThunk finally achieves 100% completion of his game, Balatro, and feels ready to craft the upcoming expansion.
Games
LocalThunk Faces Own Challenge in Balatro Game's Toughest Achievement
LocalThunk, the creator of the acclaimed game Balatro, is attempting to conquer his own game's hardest challenge: achieving a completionist++ run.
Games
The Dangers of Gamifying Stock Trading with Balatro
Reflecting on how Balatro's concept of stock trading poses challenges in productivity and focus.
Games
Balatro's Absence of Microtransactions: A Refreshing Change According to LocalThunk
LocalThunk shares his thoughts on why Balatro is free from microtransactions, highlighting the impact of ads and in-game purchases on player experience.
Games
Sony's Tech Visionary Mark Cerny Leads the Way in Balatro Mastery
Mark Cerny, Sony's lead systems architect, recently joined the elite ranks of players who have achieved platinum status in the game Balatro, showcasing his exceptional gaming skills.
Card Games
Balatro Publisher Surprised by Speed of Game Completion
Playstack's Wout van Halderen shares his excitement after quickly beating Balatro's gold stakes, impressing the game's creator, LocalThunk.
Awards
Balatro Wins a BAFTA: Jimbo Steals the Show with Unique Speech
LocalThunk's game Balatro is honored at the BAFTA Gaming Awards, with unexpected moments from Jimbo during the acceptance speech.
Gaming
YouTube Reviews Age Restrictions on Balatro Content Following User Complaints
YouTube is examining its age restriction policies after Balatro gameplay videos were unjustly marked as mature content.
Games
LocalThunk Achieves Poker Mastery After Conquering All Deck Difficulties
The creator of Balatro reflects on a journey to emotional tranquility through intensive gameplay.
Gaming
YouTube Implements Age Restrictions on Balatro Videos, Creator LocalThunk Voices Frustration
The video game Balatro faces age restrictions on YouTube over claims of gambling content, leading creator LocalThunk to express discontent.
Gaming
'You must have played this before!': Balatro's founder wows crowds with skills at GDC, remaining unidentified
At GDC, an elusive game developer known as LocalThunk impresses onlookers with his gameplay, maintaining a low profile.
Games
You've Probably Been Mispronouncing Balatro All Along, Similar to the Gif/Jif Debate
A deep dive into the proper pronunciation of Balatro and its cultural impact in the gaming community.
Gaming
PC Gamer Celebrated by Larian's Swen Vincke: Balatro Takes Home Top Honors at GDC Awards
The game Balatro has won the Game of the Year award at the GDC, praised by its creator Swen Vincke.
Gaming
Balatro's Upcoming 1.1 Update: Uncertainty Surrounds New Content
The communications director at Playstack shares insights about the mystery surrounding Balatro's 1.1 update, hinting at unexpected new content.
Games
Balatro's Initial Demo Could Be Unlocked Using Notepad: A Lesson Learned
An insight into how Balatro's demo was easily exploitative and the developers' response to prevent it.
Games
LocalThunk Embraces Anonymity in Game Development
The developer of Balatro chooses to stay out of the spotlight despite the game's massive success.
Development
LocalThunk Resumes Balatro Development After 3-Month Hiatus Due to Internet Outage
Developer LocalThunk shares the unique reason behind their return to developing the acclaimed game Balatro.
Gaming
Balatro Developer Bans AI Art: A Stand Against Digital Appropriation
LocalThunk asserts that AI-generated art is detrimental to artists and will not be permitted on the Balatro subreddit.
Games
The Chronicles of Balatro: From Obsession to Acclaim
A deep dive into the journey of the indie card game Balatro, detailing its origins, developer's experiences, and the unexpected success following its release.
Game Industry
Balatro's New Card Pack Marks Indie Gaming's Latest Craze
The Friends of Jimbo card pack demonstrates a significant trend in the gaming industry, with well-known developers contributing to Balatro's expansion.
