Balatro Jokers tier list (November 2024)

The Balatro Jokers tier list ranks all the Joker cards in the game based on their effectiveness and utility in gameplay. Each Joker possesses unique abilities that can enhance scores, increase money, or simplify card play, making the selection process crucial for success. The tier list for this month categorizes Jokers into various tiers, helping players identify which ones to prioritize for optimal performance.

In this article, we will help you navigate the diverse Joker options available in this poker-themed roguelike deck-building title.

A detailed look at the Balatro Jokers tier list

Tier	Balatro Joker Tier List
S+	Blueprint, Brainstorm, Triboulet
S	Vampire, Cavendish, The Duo, The Trio, The Family, Spare Trousers, Canio, Campfire
A	Hiker, Fortune Teller, Rocket, Setlzer, Trading Card, Bloodstone, Perkeo, Fibonacci, Onyx Agate, Arrowhead, Sixth Sense, Space Joker, Burnt Joker, Hologram, Driver’s License, Steel Joker, Ancient Joker, Card Sharp, Baseball Card, To Do List, Business Card, Mail-In Rebate, Cloud 9, Golden Joker, To The Moon, DNA, Green Joker, Gros Michel, Ramen, Ride The Bus, Stuntman, The Tribe, Throwback, Vagabond
B	Supernova, Scholar, Walkie Talkie, Sock and Buskin, Smiley Face, Scary Face, Wee Joker, Square Joker, Riff Raff, Half Joker, Invisible Joker, Constellation, Certificate, Ceremonial Dagger, Raised Fist, Yorick, Blackboard, Shoot The Moon, Egg, Abstract Joker, Swashbuckler, Misprint, Turtle Bean, Madness, Hack, Hit The Road, Rough Gem, Gluttonous Joker, Wrathful Joker, Lusty Joker, Greedy Joker, Diet Cola, Blue Joker, Bootstraps, Burglar, Acrobat, Baron, Seeing Double, The Order, Cartomancer, Flash Card, Delayed Gratification, Even Steven, Mime, Popcorn, Castle, Odd Todd, Ice Cream, Runner, Faceless Joker, Hanging Chad, 8 Ball, Photograph, Erosion, Lucky Cat, Glass Joker, Flower Pot, Obelisk, Joker Stencil, Reserved Parking, Joker, Oop! All 6s, Midas Mask, Mystic Summit, Superposition, Satellite
C	Matador, The Idol, Juggler, Splash, Pareidolia, Loyalty Card, Dusk, Jolly Joker, Zany Joker, Wily Joker, Mad Joker, Clever Joker, Sly Joker, Bull, Banner, Smeared Joker, Astronomer, Drunkard, Droll Joker, Crafty Joker, Crazy Joker, Devious Joker, Troubadour, Hallucination, Chaos The Clown, Mr. Bones, Merry Andy, Red Card, Showman, Stone Joker, Marble Joker, Gift Card, Luchador, Golden Ticket, Credit Card, Shortcut, Four Fingers, Séance

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Things to keep in mind

Different decks can make certain Jokers stronger or weaker, but this tier list won't cover that. The goal is to beat ante 8 in Gold Stake difficulty, not for endless run builds. "Scaling" Jokers get better over time through specific triggers, like adding cards.

In the early game (Ante 1-3), focus on Jokers that help you earn chips and boost your economy. Xmult Jokers are weaker at this stage and need support. In the mid-game (Ante 4-6), stack scaling Jokers while managing your resources. In the late game (Ante 7-8), prioritize Xmult and scaling Jokers for better results.

Key terms for understanding the in-game mechanics

Legendary Rarity
Rare Rarity
Uncommon Rarity
Common Rarity
+mult= Additive Multiplier
Xmult= Multiplicative Multiplier

S+ tier

S+ tier cards provide exceptional advantages, often featuring powerful multipliers or unique abilities that can significantly enhance scoring potential. These cards enable players to adapt strategies dynamically and achieve high scores consistently.

There are three cards in this tier. Blueprint copies the ability of the Joker to its right, making it incredibly versatile. At its worst, it duplicates your best Joker, but its true strength lies in rearranging Jokers strategically. Brainstorm copies the leftmost Joker's ability, offering similar advantages to Blueprint but with potential downsides due to suboptimal Joker ordering.

Triboulet is a Legendary Joker that doubles the multiplier for scored Kings and Queens. Rarely obtainable, it can propel you through Ante 8 and beyond.

S Tier

S-tier cards, while slightly less potent, offer substantial benefits and versatility. They enhance gameplay through effective scoring mechanisms and supportive abilities, making them essential for competitive play. This tier of jokers is versatile enough to carry runs on their own or complement various strategies, making them easy picks without requiring extensive investment. Vampire gains X0.2 Mult for each Enhanced card played (currently X1 Mult).

It's a staple in any deck since enhancement cards are common, making it effective throughout the game. Even if it is nerfed in the next patch, it remains a powerful Xmult Joker.

Cavendish offers a consistent X3 Mult with a rare chance of destruction at the round's end. It's always active and works with any hand type, but requires Gros Michel to be destroyed earlier for optimal value. The Duo, The Trio, and The Family provide X2/X3/X4 Mult for pairs and sets. They fit seamlessly into various decks, especially for Four and Five-of-a-kind strategies.

Spare Trousers is the best scaling +Mult Joker, gaining +2 Mult with Two Pairs and effective across all hand types.

Canio, a legendary Joker, gains X1 Mult when face cards are destroyed, becoming increasingly powerful with each trigger.

Campfire gains X0.5 Mult for each card sold, resetting after defeating Boss Blind. It excels in late-game scenarios, especially when paired with economy boosters.

A Tier

The cards in this Balatro Jokers tier list are valuable for their strategic advantages. They typically enhance scoring potential, offer useful abilities, or improve deck versatility. While not as overwhelmingly powerful as those in the S+ tier, these cards still play crucial roles in effective strategies.

Players can leverage their strengths to navigate challenges and optimize scoring opportunities.

B Tier

The cards in this tier of the Balatro Jokers tier list serve as a solid foundation for gameplay, offering moderate benefits that can enhance strategies without being too powerful. They often introduce unique mechanics or situational advantages, making them useful in specific contexts.

While they may not significantly impact high-level play, they provide essential support and versatility, allowing players to experiment with various builds. These cards in the Balatro Jokers tier list encourage creativity, adaptability and for players to navigate challenges effectively.

C tier

The C tier cards in the Balatro Jokers tier list represent a mixed bag of utility and situational effectiveness in gameplay. While they can offer some benefits, their impact is generally limited compared to higher-tier cards. These cards in the Balatro Jokers tier list often require specific conditions to be valuable, making them less reliable in diverse scenarios.

These cards in the Balatro Jokers tier list may introduce interesting mechanics but often lack the consistency needed for competitive play. Players might find them fun or useful in casual settings, but their overall contribution to strategy and scoring potential is minimal.

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Edited by Ripunjay Gaba