Indie Game Balatro Surpasses 5 Million Sales in Less Than a Year

The deck-building roguelike by solo developer LocalThunk saw a surge in sales following major award wins and holiday player growth.

Balatro, released in February 2024, has sold over 5 million copies across multiple platforms, including PC, consoles, and mobile devices.
The game saw a significant boost in sales after winning three awards at The Game Awards 2024 and receiving multiple nominations at other major gaming events.
Balatro achieved profitability within its first hour of release and continues to grow its audience without major updates or DLCs.
The mobile version, launched in September 2024, has generated over $9.3 million in net revenue, with the U.S. accounting for nearly half of the total earnings.
The game has been praised for its innovative combination of poker mechanics and roguelite gameplay, establishing it as one of the most acclaimed indie titles of 2024.