'Balatro' Hits Apple Arcade and iOS on September 26th

*Balatro*, the innovative Poker-inspired roguelike from developer LocalThunk and publisher Playstack, is set to make its much-anticipated debut on mobile devices later this month. The game will be available on iOS, Android, and Apple Arcade starting September 26th. Priced at $9.99 for iOS and Android, *Balatro* will also offer a premium "+" version on Apple Arcade right from launch day. This exciting mobile release follows the game's impressive success, having sold over 2 million copies across PS5, Switch, Steam, PS4, and Xbox platforms within just six months of its initial release.

Fans of *Balatro* have even more to look forward to, with a major free update planned for 2025 that promises to introduce new ideas and strategies to keep the gameplay fresh and engaging. To get a sneak peek of what’s in store for the mobile version, check out the announcement trailer below:

If you're new to *Balatro*, don’t miss out on my comprehensive 5/5 review of the game on the Switch, which you can read here. Additionally, I've included *Balatro* in my feature on the best games of the year so far on Switch, available here. For deeper insights into the game and its upcoming mobile release, be sure to read my interview with LocalThunk here.

You can pre-order *Balatro* on the App Store for iOS here and pre-register for it on Android here. The Apple Arcade version is accessible here. Whether you're a returning player or new to the *Balatro* experience, this mobile release promises to be one of the standout gaming events of 2024. Are you excited to dive into one of the best games of the year on your mobile device?