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Reception

Luck be a Landlord makes slot machines, well, fun. It takes a pinch of strategy crossed with a bit of luck as you work your way through run after run to defeat your greedy landlord. There's a huge number of cute icons to discover, excellent music, and a simple retro aesthetic, It all adds to an addictive game without the gambling side effects.

Although "Mieter-Fortuna" does not have the same long-term motivation as "Balatro", it is perfectly sufficient for a quick kick in between. And since the rounds go by incredibly quickly, it can also be ideal for on the go. Play a quick round on the train or bus? Of course!

Luck be a Landlord is an enjoyable roguelite to play in waves and blasts but it’s not necessarily the best use of a PS5. More a natural fit for handheld devices, LBAL has a core loop you’ll find yourself keeping coming back to, even when the odds keep stacking against you and the RNG is never in your favor. With ways to customise the experience and...

An absolutely unique idea, pairing roguelike elements with some strategy and slot machine play, at least somewhat pays off