Balatro, a popular roguelike deckbuilder, has been unexpectedly released on Xbox Game Pass, allowing subscribers to play without extra fees. Alongside this, a new free DLC titled Friends of Jimbo Pack 4 adds deck customization options linked to popular franchises like Fallout and Assassin's Creed. The game has also seen a significant rating change by PEGI, reducing its age rating from 18+ to 12+, which the developer LocalThunk welcomed as a positive move towards better criteria for game ratings. Balatro originally launched on various platforms, including PC and consoles, in early 2024 and has since become a breakout success.
Balatro has been added to the Game Pass library and is playable now to all subscribers, along with a new free DLC featuring collaborations with notable franchises.
This is a good step from PEGI - bringing nuance to their ratings criteria that used to be 18+ or nothing. I hope this change will allow developers to create without being unfairly punished.
Balatro's addition to Game Pass follows its successful launch on multiple platforms, where it became a breakout hit of 2024 after receiving widespread acclaim.
Developer LocalThunk expressed satisfaction with Balatro's reclassification from 18+ to 12+, appreciating the clarity and potential freedom for developers in game creation.
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