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Surprise, Balatro's on Xbox Game Pass Now

by Aaliyah May 04,2025

Today's ID@Xbox showcase brought an exciting surprise for gaming enthusiasts as the beloved trickster, Jimbo, made a grand appearance with a significant announcement. The popular card game, Balatro, is now available on Xbox Game Pass, starting immediately. This exciting news comes with an added twist: a new "Friends of Jimbo" update is set to enhance the game with a fresh array of face card customizations.

The showcase trailer revealed that the latest "Friends of Jimbo" update will introduce customizations inspired by a diverse range of games including Bugsnax, Civilization, Assassin's Creed, Slay the Princess, Friday the 13th, and Fallout. This update marks the fourth installment in the "Friends of Jimbo" series, following previous updates that featured cosmetics from The Witcher, Cyberpunk 2077, Among Us, Divinity: Original Sin 2, Vampire Survivors, Stardew Valley, and more. As with past updates, these additions are purely cosmetic and do not introduce new gameplay mechanics.

Gamers can now dive straight into Balatro on Xbox Game Pass without any delay. While the game was previously available for purchase on Xbox, its inclusion in the Game Pass library makes it even more accessible, allowing players to immerse themselves in Balatro's captivating card-slinging gameplay. Jimbo's influence continues to bring fun and flair to the gaming community, and this latest update is sure to keep players engaged and entertained.