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How Balatro Exposed the Industry’s Reliance on Predatory Monetization

Summary by CGMagazine
You know what’s wild? A $15 indie card game is putting the entire triple-A industry on blast — without saying a word. Balatro didn’t come with a $90 deluxe edition, three pre-order bonuses, or a battle pass that unlocks a different colour for your deck box. It came with cards. And vibes. And actual gameplay. That alone makes it feel like a protest. Balatro is what happens when a game is designed for enjoyment instead of extractive monetization. …
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CGMagazine broke the news in on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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