"Balatro: A Surprising Favorite of 2024 - A Review"

Balatro is a mesmerizing poker roguelike game where players navigate through stages made up of blinds by playing different poker hands to reach high scores. The game's focus is on using joker cards to manipulate and maximize points, with 150 cards to collect and strategize with. Balatro's end-of-round shop offers consumable cards and booster packs to enhance gameplay, while its dreamy electronic lounge music and visually satisfying design add to the game's appeal. Despite potential initial setbacks, the game's relaxed nature and lack of wagering make it an inviting and devious puzzle box that celebrates the joy of mastering a system gamed around impossible odds.