Balatro had a remarkable launch, achieving nearly $1 million in its first week on mobile. Its success continued post-nomination at The Game Awards, soaring past $4 million.
After receiving five nominations at The Game Awards, Balatro saw its daily active player count rise significantly, highlighting the game's growing popularity and player engagement.
LocalThunk expressed mixed feelings about their success, stating, 'I just happened to stumble into winning the game developer lottery,' acknowledging the stiff competition at The Game Awards.
Despite a drop in revenue from initial sales, Balatro's total earnings surpassed $4 million after nominations. The developer's choice to avoid predatory monetization strategies paid off.
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