Drafty
🟡 Updated this yearPreview
🔍 Analysis
- 🏆 #240 of 311 Miscellaneous mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
A new way to play Balatro multiplayer akin to your favourite trading card game. Take it in turns to "draft" cards from Buffoon packs then play with these jokers and these jokers alone.
Requirements
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[]Steamodded
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]Balatro Multiplayer
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[]Install requirements
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]Download mod source (here)[]Extract the "drafty-master" folder to your Balatro mods folder (%appdata%/Balatro/Mods)
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[]Start Balatro
[]Use the mod settings menu to pick your desired number of packs and jokers in each pack
[]Start a multiplayer game on your desired deck and stake
[]Take it in turns to pick jokers from the packs until no packs remain
[]Play the game as normal
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[]Code: Bzar
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]Art: Leck - Testing: A whole bunch of animals
Drafty is a multiplayer mod for Balatro that introduces a drafting mechanic, allowing players to take turns selecting cards from Buffoon packs and then playing with only those jokers. It offers a fresh way to experience the game with friends, though it currently has no endorsements and limited downloads.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Fresh take on Balatro that adds a strategic layer for multiplayer sessions.
- Simple concept that's easy to grasp if you know TCG drafting.
- Active development as of March 2026, so it's not abandoned.
⚠️ Cons
- Zero endorsements and only 124 downloads — this is a niche mod with little community validation.
- Multiplayer mods often require specific setup or host migration — unclear if this works over Steam Remote Play or requires a separate server.
For Balatro players who want a cooperative or competitive drafting experience with friends, similar to Magic: The Gathering or Hearthstone arena. Skip if you prefer solo play or want mods that add new jokers or gameplay mechanics — this is purely a multiplayer format change.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check if the mod requires the latest Balatro version — since it was updated in March 2026, ensure your game is up to date.
- If you're playing with friends, coordinate who hosts the session and test connectivity before starting a draft.
- Since it's a multiplayer mod, consider using a mod manager like BepInEx to avoid manual file conflicts.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Balatro Mods
- Author
- Bzar
- Version
- 1.0.1
- Downloads
- 124
- Endorsements
- 0
- Category
- Miscellaneous
- Created
- 11/27/2025
- Updated
- 3/6/2026
🔧 How to Install Balatro Mods
Download from Nexus Mods.
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