Xbox’s ID@Xbox showcase delivered a delightful surprise: Jimbo, the mischievous mastermind behind Balatro, announced the game's arrival on Xbox Game Pass—available today! And he brought friends.
The showcase trailer revealed a new "Friends of Jimbo" update for Balatro, boasting a fresh batch of face card customizations. Expect to see familiar faces from Bugsnax, Civilization, Assassin's Creed, Slay the Spire, Friday the 13th, and Fallout joining the fun.
This marks the fourth "Friends of Jimbo" update, following previous additions featuring characters from *The Witcher*, *Cyberpunk 2077*, *Among Us*, *Divinity: Original Sin 2*, *Vampire Survivors*, *Stardew Valley*, and more. These updates remain purely cosmetic, focusing on enhancing the visual experience without altering core gameplay.But the real news? Balatro is instantly playable on Xbox Game Pass. Previously available for individual purchase on Xbox, this addition makes the addictive card-slinging action even more accessible. Jimbo would approve.
