The best modifications for Balatro in Nexus.

The poker-related deck-building game, Balatro, has achieved great success, prompting the developers to announce a free game update scheduled for 2025 as a gesture of gratitude towards the passionate player community. This new content aims to incorporate fresh ideas and strategies into a game that many already consider well-balanced and highly addictive. Additionally, "Friends of Jimbo 3," a third installment of free cosmetics featuring altered face cards inspired by various games like 1000xRESIST, Cult of the Lamb, Don't Starve, Divinity: Original Sin 2, Enter the Gungeon, Potion Craft, Shovel Knight, and Warframe was recently released.

Although an exact date for the game update has yet to be revealed, fans are already creating mods for the game through Nexus. Some of these mods completely transform gameplay with new mechanics and cards, while others offer minor improvements to the game's quality of life. Here are ten of the best mods available on Nexus that players can explore while waiting for the upcoming official update.

One of the mods, "Stickers Always Shown" by SirMaiquis, provides a visual aid for those seeking to complete the Completionist++ achievement. This mod places a "Stake Sticker" on each Joker purchased before Ante 8, keeping the label until a game is completed. With a total of 150 Jokers and 8 Stakes, there are up to 1,200 Stickers to obtain, and this mod ensures they are visible during gameplay.

On the other hand, "Fancy Decks" by JS303 revitalizes Balatro's pixelated style by offering new designs for the backs of the cards, transforming each of the game's 15 decks into psychedelic versions worth installing. "Deck Jokers" by Congressional introduces five new Jokers drawn directly from the players' deck, allowing for a new dimension of decision-making in the game without counting towards the official total of Jokers.

An interesting mod, "Uncap Hermit" by infarctus, removes the $20 limit on the Hermit, allowing players to accumulate money exponentially. This offers them the opportunity to freely experiment with card combinations and strategies. "Big and Bold" by peucerko promotes accessibility by increasing the size of numbers and letters on the cards, which may be especially helpful for those with visual impairments.

The "Pokermon" mod by InertSteak introduces all 151 Pokémon from the first generation into the game, each as a Joker or energy card, ensuring new thematic interactions and mechanics. "Mika’s Mod" by Mikadoe adds 60 new Jokers that enrich the base game and encourage players to explore new strategies.

Meanwhile, "Hidden Aces" by Jewtron redefines Balatro's core system, giving players unprecedented control over their experience, while "Black Seal" by infarctus offers a new option to unlock Joker slots by experiencing negative effects. Finally, "Choose First Shop Joker" by infarctus allows players to select the first Joker available in the shop, which can significantly influence their strategies throughout the game.