patch · February 21, 2024

Balatro Patch 1.0.0j Fixes Crashes and Save Bugs

Balatro patch 1.0.0j resolves critical Steam Cloud save failures, Perkeo crashes, and UI overlay bugs.

Patch 1.0.0j is live for Balatro, addressing cloud save issues, game-breaking crashes involving specific consumable copies, and interface layering errors.

Bug Fixes and Stability

The update fixes a critical issue where Steam Cloud failed to save profile and save game data. It also resolves a crash caused by the Perkeo card copying specific tarot and spectral cards such as The Wheel of Fortune and Ectoplasm. Erosion now correctly functions as an eternal card.

Interface Adjustments

Several visual fixes correct UI layering problems where high score text and future skip tag popups appeared behind interface elements.

Why this patch matters

Patch 1.0.0j provides essential stability fixes that prevent data loss and crashes during runs.