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Choose the platform guide
Steamodded publishes separate Windows, Mac and Linux instructions. Follow the page for your operating system rather than mixing install steps.
BALATRO / PLAYER GUIDE
How do I install Balatro mods?
Use the mod author’s instructions and check the loader before adding a large mod.
See a mod setup checklist →
YOUR NEXT DECISION
What should you check before installing?
02
Set up the required loader
Many Balatro mods use Lovely and Steamodded. Install each from its project instructions, then start the game and confirm the loader appears.
03
Check each mod’s requirements
Read the chosen mod’s README for its dependencies and supported releases. A working loader alone does not prove that every mod pair works together.
Project instructionsSteamodded installation docs ↗Lovely installation instructions ↗
Use the project’s platform guide
Steamodded provides separate operating-system instructions. Lovely’s project explains the game directory and the separate Mods folder; follow the path for your machine.
Verify the first launch
Start Balatro after installing the loader, then add one mod and start again. If it fails, compare the mod’s release requirements and the first error rather than changing many parts at once.
Frequently asked questions
Are Balatro mods built into the base game?
No. These are community projects with their own loaders, releases and support instructions.