How to Use Tarot Cards in Balatro %v

It didn’t take long for Balatro to make a place for itself in the gaming world, leaving many of us addicted to its gameplay. However, one aspect of gameplay that often feels overlooked is the use of Tarot cards. So, here’s a comprehensive guide on how to use Tarot cards in Balatro.

Getting Tarot Cards in Balatro

Balatro Arcana Packs in Shop Screenshot by The Escapist

Before you can leverage the power of Tarot cards, you need to acquire them. The most common method is through purchasing Arcana Packs available in the Shop. You can also opt to buy individual Tarot cards directly from the Shop. Another way to snag these cards is by discarding a card that bears a Purple Seal.

Using Tarot Cards

Remember, Tarot cards are consumable items. You can use them immediately upon acquisition by selecting them from their designated spot in the top right corner of your screen. Upon selecting a Tarot card, a selection of cards that it can affect will appear. Choose the number of cards specified by the Tarot card, confirm your selection, and watch as the Tarot card's effects are applied to your chosen cards.

All Tarot Cards

There are 22 unique Tarot cards in Balatro, each with its own distinct effects. Below is a detailed list to help you understand what each card can do for you:

Card	Effect
The Fool	Creates the last Tarot or Planet card used during your current run.
The Magician	Enhances two cards to Lucky Cards.
The High Priestess	Creates up to two Planet cards if you have the space for them.
The Empress	Enhances two cards to Mult Cards.
The Emperor	Creates up to two random Tarot cards if you have the space for them.
The Hierophant	Enhances two cards to Bonus Cards.
The Lovers	Enhances one card to a Wild Card.
The Chariot	Enhances one card to a Steel Card.
Justice	Enhances one card to a Glass Card.
The Hermit	Doubles Money (up to $20).
The Wheel of Fortune	1 in 4 chance to add Foil, Holographic, or Polychrome to a random Joker.
Strength	Increases the rank of up to two cards by one.
The Hanged Man	Allows you to destroy up to two cards.
Death	Converts the left card into the right card when two cards are selected.
Temperance	Grants the total sell value of all current Jokers up to $50.
The Devil	Enhances one card to a Gold Card.
The Tower	Enhances one card to a Stone Card.
The Star	Converts up to three cards to Diamonds.
The Moon	Converts up to three cards to Clubs.
The Sun	Converts up to three cards to Hearts.
Judgement	Creates a random Joker if you have room.
The World	Converts up to three cards to Spades.

Tarot cards are a unique feature that sets Balatro apart from traditional poker games. While some players may overlook their potential, especially cards that alter suit types, which may not always be advantageous depending on your current strategy, mastering the use of Tarot cards can significantly enhance your gameplay. Once you become familiar with their effects, you'll find that Tarot cards can be a game-changer in your Balatro runs.