Balatro
A poker-inspired roguelike deck builder. Create powerful synergies, play devastating hands, and discover game-changing jokers.
LocalThunk Playstack Medium
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Guides for Balatro
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I score high in Balatro?
Focus on economy Jokers (Bull, Egg, Golden Joker) early to max out interest income. Mid-game, lock into a single hand type (Full House or Flush) and build around it. Late-game, use Joker synergies (Baron + Steel Cards or Blueprint + Brainstorm) to break millions.
Which Jokers are the strongest in Balatro?
Blueprint and Brainstorm are the most versatile — they copy the effect of your strongest Joker. Baron can stack infinitely with a Steel Card build. Triboulet with 5 Kings in hand is a top-tier scoring setup.