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Price check · Updated November 10, 2026

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.

Works best on Windows PC and Steam Deck

PlatformWindows PC · Mac
HandheldSteam Deck Verified, so it should run well on handheld PCs like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally.
ControlsFull controller support. Plays well on a gamepad or keyboard and mouse.
Play styleSingle-player
Balatro cover art
$11.99$14.99

Best current price at GameBillet

Bronze dealWithin 35% of its lowest price on record ($10.15).
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Fine to buy
  • $11.99 is 18% above its lowest price on record ($10.15).
  • Next big sale: Black Friday weekend, in 17 days.

Waiting could save up to $1.84, if it returns to its lowest price.

A guide from price history and sale dates, not a promise.

Buy at GameBillet for $11.99

Lowest price ever: $10.15 (July 2026)

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Price history

Price history chart. Lowest recorded $10.15 on 2026-07-12. Current best price $11.99. Tracked from 2026-07-12 to 2026-11-10.$0$4$8$12$16Usual $14.99Jul 12, 2026Sep 10, 2026Nov 10, 2026
Lowest Current best price. Chart starts at the lowest price ever recorded and fills in every day from our own price checks. Lowest on chart: $10.15. Earliest point: July 12, 2026.

Compare stores

StorePriceUsual
GameBillet$11.99$14.99Buy
Fanatical$12.74$14.99Buy
Gamesplanet$13.49$14.99Buy
WinGameStore$14.99$14.99Buy
Steam$14.99$14.99Buy
GreenManGaming$14.99$14.99Buy
Humble Store$14.99$14.99Buy
IndieGala$14.99$14.99Buy
GamersGate$14.99$14.99Buy
Epic Games Store$14.99$14.99Buy

Trailer and screenshots

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Trailer and screenshots are from the publisher. Tap a screenshot to enlarge it.

Categories

CasualIndieStrategySingle-playerSteam AchievementsSteam CloudSteam Trading CardsFamily Sharing

Details

DeveloperLocalThunk
PublisherPlaystack
ReleasedFeb 20, 2024
Metacritic90 / 100
Languages12: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Dutch and more

PC requirements

MinimumRecommended
OSWindows 7, 8, 10, 11 x64-
ProcessorIntel Core i3-
Memory1 GB RAM-
GraphicsOpenGL 2.1 compatible graphics card, integrated graphics-
Storage150 MB available space-

Best gear for Balatro

How this game plays best, and the gear to match: a best-value pick and an upgrade for each.

StrategyRelaxed and indie

Best way to play

Works best onWindows PC · Steam Deck (Verified) · Mac
Best controlsMouse and keyboard, or a controller (fully supported)
Best screen1440p monitor for map space
Best soundSpeakers or a headset

Recommended gear

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Questions

What is the lowest price ever for Balatro?

The lowest recorded price is $10.15 in July 2026.

Is Balatro on sale right now?

The best current price we found is $11.99 at GameBillet, against a usual price of $14.99.

Should I buy Balatro now or wait?

Fine to buy. Fine to buy. $11.99 is 18% above its lowest price on record ($10.15). Next big sale: Black Friday weekend, in 17 days.