91
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Growth Score
29 pts
Heat Score
87 pts
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LocalThunk develops independent video games, including the poker-themed roguelike deck-builder Balatro.
About the Company
LocalThunk is a pseudonymous solo video game developer that focuses on creating independent digital games. The brand is best known for Balatro, a poker-themed roguelike deck-builder where players assemble illegal poker hands, use Jokers, and chase high-scoring combos. LocalThunk handles game design, programming, and visual art for its projects,
building systems-driven experiences inspired by traditional card games and roguelike structure. Balatro is distributed across PC, console, and mobile platforms through a publishing partnership, reaching a broad consumer audience. LocalThunk continues to support and expand Balatro with updates while exploring additional prototypes and card-focused game ideas.
