FAQ about Balatro
Q: Which platforms Balatro is available for?
A: Currently Balatro is available for Windows and Mac through Steam and also for console like Xbox, PlayStation and Switch
Q: Balatro on Android and iOS?
A: Android and iOS version of Balatro is already planned by the developer. It will be release soon. But in the meantime, you can use this tool to port Balatro : https://github.com/blake502/balatro-mobile-maker
Q: Linux Version?
A: Probably never because Balatro work fine with Proton. But, if you still want to run Linux natively. Here’s a guide made by a Steam user : Guide.
Q: How to access source code of Balatro and modify it?
A: Just right-click the “.exe” file and open it as an archive file. Now, just open the “.lua” files, modify them, and save them. Here’s a video if you still don’t get it.
Q: How to mod Balatro?
A: Install any of these Modloaders: Steamodded (Recommended), Bala-Mods or Lovely (Please no). And now just download Mods for that Modloader. And Put it in the Mods folder-Balamod-Steamodded. Proper Guide if you are still confused.
- List of Mods
- For Steamodded
- For Balamods
- For Lovely
Q: Can I create Custom Deck skin?
A: Yep, Here’s a Guide made by a Steam user
Q: How to enable debug mode in Balatro?
A: Guide to enable debug mode.
Official Links
Unofficial Links
Guides to get good at Balatro
- A Joker guide for crushing the first difficulty
- Balatro University YT series - Piped - Invidious
- High stakes strategy
- A boss guide for the jokerless challenge
- Basic Strategies or Tips and Tricks
- Still can’t win? Just Remember, 99% of gamblers quit before hitting big.
Please give me suggestion that what more I can add in this FAQ or Small Wiki.
Can I get iOS balastro plz?
Currently you can use this tool: https://github.com/blake502/balatro-mobile-maker, but soon there will be an official iOS release ;)
