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Balatro

The poker roguelike. Balatro is a hypnotically satisfying deckbuilder where you play illegal poker hands, discover game-changing jokers, and trigger adrenaline-pumping, outrageous combos.

$14.99Feb 20, 20247,295 playing now
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Balatro: price, PC requirements and status

Store data comes from Steam's US listing and can change by region. Use these checks to decide whether the game fits before opening the store.

US Steam price$14.99Confirm the final regional price
PC requirementsOfficial specs listedJump to minimum and recommended specs
Steam players7,295 playing nowReleased Feb 20, 2024

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

DealCheckpoint take

  • Single-player
  • Listed at $14.99

What stands out

  • Steam confirms the listed modes and requirements for Balatro, but the available fields do not support a more specific mechanical claim.

Potential concerns

Check the requirements, current user feedback and final regional price before committing.

Solo or co-op?

Steam lists these play modes: Single-player. Confirm any player-count or online requirements on the official page.

Wishlist if

  • the official footage and stated feature set match what you want to play

Wait if

  • your PC does not comfortably meet the official requirements
Official description

Balatro is a poker-inspired roguelike deck builder all about creating powerful synergies and winning big. Combine valid poker hands with unique Joker cards in order to create varied synergies and builds. Earn enough chips to beat devious blinds, all while uncovering hidden bonus hands and decks as you progress. You’re going to need every edge you can get in order to reach the boss blind, beat the final ante and secure victory. The definitive poker roguelike experience. Endless possibilities - every pick-up, discard and joker can dramatically alter the course of your run. In-depth campaign mode complete with 8 difficulties, as well as challenge and seeded runs. Deftly deploy an array of potent tools: different Decks, Jokers, Tarot cards, Planet cards, Spectral cards, and Vouchers. Use these versatile instruments to ignite a combo frenzy and turbocharge your poker hands, crafting electrifying, adrenaline-fueled synergies. 150 Jokers, each with their own unique abilities 15 Decks with distinct modifiers to choose from for each run 5 potential variants of each Joker which add further abilities 22 Tarot cards variants that can enhance your regular playing cards 11 Planet cards that help level up your possible poker hands 32 Voucher cards to help provide permanent buffs for your current run Immerse yourself in Balatro’s distinctive psychedelic world. Let the synthwave soundtrack wash over you - wind down, escape the daily grind and prepare to enter the ultimate roguelike flow state. Improve your collection and discover new cards and secrets with every single run. Make use of the in-depth stats screen to study your best hands, most used Jokers, and more! Immerse yourself in the CRT fuzz and enjoy detailed, hand-crafted pixel art.

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See the game before you leave

Trailer and screenshots are delivered from the same official Steam store record used for the game details.

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CAN YOUR PC RUN IT?

Balatro system requirements

Official Windows requirements from the Steam store record. Compare them with your PC before you buy or install.

Minimum

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS *: Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 x64
  • Processor: Intel Core i3
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: OpenGL 2.1 compatible graphics card, integrated graphics
  • Storage: 150 MB available space

Recommended

  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

SUPPORTED LANGUAGES

EnglishFrenchItalianGermanSpanish - SpainDutchJapanesePolishPortuguese - BrazilSimplified ChineseSpanish - Latin AmericaTraditional Chinese

GAME FAQ

Common questions about Balatro

Is Balatro free to play?

No, Balatro is a paid PC game on Steam. It is currently listed at $14.99 for the selected region.

How much does Balatro cost on PC?

Balatro is listed at $14.99 on Steam for the selected store region. Prices change with sales, so always confirm the final price on the official store before buying.

What platforms does Balatro run on?

Balatro runs on Windows / macOS. Check the system requirements below to confirm your PC can run it.

What are the minimum PC requirements for Balatro?

Minimum requirements listed on Steam: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system; OS *: Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 x64; Processor: Intel Core i3; Memory: 1 GB RAM; Graphics: OpenGL 2.1 compatible graphics card, integrated graphics; Storage: 150 MB available space.

How many people play Balatro right now?

About 7,295 players are in Balatro right now, according to Steam's live concurrent player count.

When did Balatro release?

Balatro released on Feb 20, 2024 according to its official Steam store listing.

PLAY STYLE

CasualIndieStrategyColor AlternativesCustom Volume ControlsMouse Only OptionPlayable without Timed InputDualSense Controller SupportTouch Only Option

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