Today's ID@Xbox showcase brought an exciting surprise for gamers, featuring the charismatic trickster, Jimbo, who made a big announcement: Balatro is now available on Xbox Game Pass starting immediately. Alongside this news, Jimbo introduced a new "Friends of Jimbo" update, which adds a fresh array of face card customizations to the game. The showcased trailer revealed collaborations with popular titles such as Bugsnax, Civilization, Assassin's Creed, Slay the Princess, Friday the 13th, and Fallout, enhancing the visual appeal of Balatro.
This marks the fourth installment in the "Friends of Jimbo" series, following previous updates that included themes from The Witcher, Cyberpunk 2077, Among Us, Divinity: Original Sin 2, Vampire Survivors, and Stardew Valley. As with past updates, these additions are strictly cosmetic, so players should not anticipate any significant gameplay changes accompanying the new customization options.
The immediate availability of Balatro on Xbox Game Pass is a boon for fans, making it easier than ever to dive into the game's addictive card-slinging gameplay. Whether you're a new player or returning to the game, you can now enjoy Balatro without any additional cost through Xbox Game Pass. Jimbo would undoubtedly be thrilled to see more players getting hooked on the game's unique mechanics and vibrant new look.