New Balatro rating means it’s no longer only suitable for adults

By Will Nelson

Added Feb 25, 2025

European videogame rating system PEGI has officially rescinded its 18 label for Balatro, after complaints were lodged with the board concerning its relationship to gambling. PEGI now says the poker-themed roguelike contains “mitigating fantastical elements” that warrant an age rating of 12 or above instead.

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