The highly anticipated mobile release of *Balatro*, developed by LocalThunk and published by Playstack, is set to launch later this month on iOS, Android, and Apple Arcade. This premium release will be priced at $9.99 on iOS and Android, while a special "+" version will be available from day one on Apple Arcade. *Balatro*, a Poker-inspired roguelike, has already achieved remarkable success, selling over 2 million units across PS5, Switch, Steam, PS4, and Xbox platforms within just six months. With its upcoming mobile debut, fans can look forward to even more exciting content, including a major free update in 2025 that promises new ideas and strategies. You can catch a glimpse of what's in store by watching the mobile announcement trailer below:

If you're new to *Balatro*, you can dive into my comprehensive 5/5 review on the Switch version, as well as my feature on the best games of the year so far on Switch, where *Balatro* is prominently featured. For more insights, don't miss my interview with LocalThunk, where we discussed the game, its mobile release, and future plans. You can pre-order *Balatro* on the App Store for iOS and pre-register for it on Android. The Apple Arcade version is also available for subscribers. Whether you're a returning fan or a newcomer, *Balatro* is shaping up to be one of the best games of 2024 on mobile. Have you played it before? Will you be grabbing it when it launches on September 26th?