Today's ID@Xbox showcase brought an exciting surprise for fans of the mischievous Jimbo, as it was announced that the popular card game Balatro is now available on Xbox Game Pass, starting immediately. This announcement was accompanied by the reveal of a new "Friends of Jimbo" update, which introduces a fresh set of face card customizations inspired by various beloved video game franchises.
The showcased trailer highlighted the new additions to the Friends of Jimbo lineup, featuring customizations inspired by Bugsnax, Civilization, Assassin's Creed, Slay the Princess, Friday the 13th, and Fallout. These cosmetic updates add a fun layer of personalization to the game, allowing players to infuse their decks with elements from their favorite games.
This marks the fourth installment of the Friends of Jimbo updates, which have previously brought in themes from The Witcher, Cyberpunk 2077, Among Us, Divinity: Original Sin 2, Vampire Survivors, Stardew Valley, and others. As with previous updates, these new customizations are purely cosmetic and do not alter the core gameplay mechanics of Balatro.
With Balatro now accessible through Xbox Game Pass, fans can dive into the addictive card-slinging experience without any additional cost. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this immediate availability on Game Pass makes it easier than ever to get hooked on Balatro's unique blend of strategy and luck. Jimbo would undoubtedly be thrilled to see his influence spreading further across the gaming community.
