Balatro Wins Appeal: PEGI Rating Drops to 12+
Balatro's PEGI rating drops from 18+ to 12+ after a successful appeal, marking a win for indie devs everywhere.
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Balatro's PEGI rating drops from 18+ to 12+ after a successful appeal, marking a win for indie devs everywhere.
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