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What is a JKR file? A JKR file contains save data for LocalThunk Balatro, a poker-themed roguelike deck-building game. It stores all of the game progress, settings, and configurations for a player profile, including the number of wins and acquired Joker stickers. JKR files allow users to save progress so they can close and resume gameplay and preserve their achievements.

More Information If you need to back up, transfer, or edit your save data, you will likely encounter the JKR file. For example, if you experience issues with your save file, you might need to restore it from a backup or edit it to correct certain settings. Balantro creates JKR files in one of three folders (named 1, 2, or 3) to store save progress. For example, Balantro may create a JKR file in folder 1 in the following location: C:\​Users\​ \​AppData\​Roaming\​Balatro\​1\​

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Balatro Game Save File

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What is a JKR file?

A JKR file contains save data for LocalThunk Balatro, a poker-themed roguelike deck-building game. It stores all of the game progress, settings, and configurations for a player profile, including the number of wins and acquired Joker stickers. JKR files allow users to save progress so they can close and resume gameplay and preserve their achievements.

More Information

If you need to back up, transfer, or edit your save data, you will likely encounter the JKR file. For example, if you experience issues with your save file, you might need to restore it from a backup or edit it to correct certain settings.

Balantro creates JKR files in one of three folders (named 1, 2, or 3) to store save progress. For example, Balantro may create a JKR file in folder 1 in the following location:

C:\​Users\​ \​AppData\​Roaming\​Balatro\​1\​

Common JKR Filenames

save.jkr - Default filename given to JKR files.

How to open a JKR file

JKR files are not meant to be opened. Instead, LocalThunk Balatro references the JKR files to load profile save data.

However, if you are looking to modify save data in a JKR file, you can upload it to Balatro Save Editor in a web browser.

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Updated: February 13, 2025

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What is a JKR file?↓
A JKR file contains save data for LocalThunk Balatro, a poker-themed roguelike deck-building game. It stores all of the game progress, settings, and configurations for a player profile, including the number of wins and acquired Joker stickers. JKR files allow users to save progress so they can close and resume gameplay and preserve their achievements.
How do I open a .jkr file?↓
JKR files are not meant to be opened. Instead, LocalThunk Balatro references the JKR files to load profile save data.

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