Balatro Reaches Major Sales Milestone

Last year was filled with remarkable games, but one title truly stood out and took the gaming world by storm: the indie roguelike, Balatro. Not only did it garner widespread critical acclaim, but this game, developed single-handedly by LocalThunk, also achieved astonishing commercial success, selling over 5 million copies!

Just over a month ago, LocalThunk was celebrating hitting the 3.5 million sales mark. In an impressive feat, Balatro managed to sell an additional 1.5 million copies in just about 40 days. This surge in sales can likely be attributed to the renowned "The Game Awards effect," as hinted by the developer in a tweet.

Harvey Elliott, the CEO of publisher Playstack, hailed this milestone as an incredible achievement, one that deserves celebration. He expressed immense pride in both the developer and the entire team at Playstack for their hard work and dedication.

Even nearly a year after its release, Balatro continues to thrive. The card-based roguelike keeps players engaged with regular updates and exciting collaborations. Recently, it even achieved a new personal record for peak concurrent players on Steam, showcasing its enduring popularity and appeal.