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Jimbo 3 Update: Balatro Expands with 8 Franchises

Author:Kristen Update:Jan 26,2025

Balatro's Friends of Jimbo 3 Update Brings 8 More Franchises to the Card-Based Mayhem!

The popular deckbuilding roguelike, Balatro, is expanding its already chaotic roster with Friends of Jimbo 3, a free update featuring new card art from eight additional franchises. This brings the total number of franchises represented in the game to a staggering 16!

This latest update, timed perfectly for The Game Awards (where Balatro received five nominations, including Game of the Year!), introduces familiar faces from: Divinity: Original Sin 2, Don’t Starve, Enter the Gungeon, Cult of the Lamb, 1000x Resist, Potion Craft, Shovel Knight, and Warframe.

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With so many franchises now included, deck customization reaches a whole new level of fun and strategic depth. Intrigued? Check out our Balatro review for a deeper dive into the gameplay.

Ready to jump into the action? Download Balatro now on Google Play and the App Store for $9.99 (or regional equivalent). Apple Arcade subscribers can also access the game.

Stay updated on all the latest news by joining the official Discord community, visiting the official website, or watching the embedded video above for a taste of the Balatro experience.