Balatro Joins Xbox Game Pass with Major Crossovers and PEGI Rating Update

The award-winning indie card game surprises players with new content and accessibility, including collaborations with iconic franchises and a revised PEGI rating.

Balatro, the roguelike card game that sold over 5 million copies, is now available on Xbox Game Pass for subscribers to download and play immediately.
The game's latest free update, Friends of Jimbo (Pack 4), introduces crossover cosmetic card designs featuring franchises like Assassin's Creed, Fallout, Civilization 7, and more.
Balatro's PEGI rating was successfully appealed, dropping from PEGI 18 to PEGI 12, due to the game's fantastical elements mitigating its poker-based themes.
The game has received critical acclaim, winning multiple awards in 2024, including Best Independent Game and Best Debut Indie Game at The Game Awards.
A major content update for Balatro is planned for 2025, promising new gameplay strategies and features, though specific details remain under wraps.