Balatro Creator Reflects on Game Release Regrets

The creator of the successful poker-inspired roguelike game Balatro, known as LocalThunk, expressed mixed feelings about releasing the game, despite its success and Game of the Year nomination. While grateful for the positive changes in his life, he misses the simplicity of developing games as a hobby. LocalThunk plans to update Balatro with new content but is not considering a follow-up game, preferring the idea of creating something privately. Balatro has seen updates and crossovers with games like Stardew Valley and Cyberpunk 2077.