Need a game more immersive and, frankly, encouraging to compliment Balatro

So I’ve sunk about 72 hours into Balatro over the last 10 days. And while I’m enjoying it thoroughly, I need something to pepper in to restore my sanity for hours at a time.

I’d like something that 1) is playable on PS5 or steamdeck (little M&K req.) 2) is $30 or less or free on PSPlus 3) offers something immersive but not a steep learning curve

I pick up AstroBot from time to time which is a great change of pace from Balatro as it is fun, creative, and encouraging. I work toward full completion of each planet before moving to the next.

I also tried Brotato but it feels so…temporary…since I know I’m headed toward my demise (just like Balatro). Slay the Spire isn’t a good fit for the same reason.

I picked up Civ6 and Crusader King, which would be good fits if I had a PC setup, but playing on controller is soooo frustrating.