Balatro Creator LocalThunk Talks Inspirations and Jokers

Balatro Creator LocalThunk Talks Inspirations and Jokers

This episode is supported by Xsolla

Trent Kusters chats with Balatro creator LocalThunk. Together they discuss the early titles he created with his friends; the inspirations that led to Balatro; his ideas around design and balance; how real life experiences influenced the Joker designs; and the steps he's taking to ensure Balatro is never conflated with gambling.

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