Millions of people fell into Balatro's poker-themed roguelike loop when it came out earlier this year, and for good reason. It's instantly fun from the get-go, but you'll still be discovering new strategies weeks after your first run that spark mini lightbulbs in your brain. So when its creator recommended two other "special" roguelikes in the ongoing Steam Next Fest event, I listened.
"It's Steam Next Fest! I want to share 2 special games with you all: StarVaders and Ballionaire," Balatro's solo developer LocalThunk tweeted earlier this week. "I have played both previously and LOVED them, and both have a free demo you can play right now! Go support some cool indie devs!"
