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

Authore: EmmaUpdate:Jan 06,2025

Balatro's Friends of Jimbo 3 Update: 8 New Franchises & 16 Total!

The hit deckbuilding roguelike, Balatro, is expanding its already chaotic world with Friends of Jimbo 3, a free update featuring eight new franchises and stunning new card art. With Jimbo's inherent unpredictability, the addition of these franchises promises even more madcap mayhem.

This update, timed perfectly for The Game Awards (where Balatro boasts five nominations, including Game of the Year!), is the biggest collaboration yet. Prepare to encounter familiar faces from:

  • Divinity: Original Sin 2
  • Don’t Starve
  • Enter the Gungeon
  • Cult of the Lamb
  • 1000x Resist
  • Potion Craft
  • Shovel Knight
  • Warframe

This brings the total number of franchises represented in Balatro to an impressive sixteen, offering unprecedented deck customization options.

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Intrigued? Read our Balatro review to get a better understanding 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 access the game.

Stay updated on future developments by joining the official Discord community, visiting the official website, or watching the embedded video above for a taste of the action.