Is Balatro available on Mac?
Yes, playable on Mac. Balatro runs natively on macOS, including Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) Macs.
Balatro Mac specs at a glance
| Mac compatibility | Yes, playable on Mac |
|---|---|
| How it runs | Native |
| Metacritic score | 90 / 100 |
| Time to beat | ~8 hours (main story) |
| Genre | Roguelike |
| Publisher | Playstack |
| Last verified | Jul 27, 2026 |
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What does this mean?
Native means there's an official macOS version built to run directly on Apple Silicon, with no extra software needed. Compatibility is verified against Steam and community sources. Learn how Mac game compatibility works →
Will Balatro run on your Mac?
Yes, it runs natively
Built for Apple Silicon, nothing extra to install.
See everything your Mac can run →Minimum Mac requirements for Balatro
| OS | macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later |
|---|---|
| Processor | Any Intel or Apple Silicon processor |
| Memory | 1 GB RAM |
| Graphics | 4 GB RAM |
| Storage | 150 MB available space |
Source: the minimum macOS specs listed on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats these, Balatro should run.
How to play Balatro on Mac
Good news: Balatro has a native macOS version, so there's nothing extra to install or configure.
- Get the game. Balatro is sold on Steam. Buy and download it there. Some Apple Silicon ports are also on the Mac App Store.
- Install and launch. It's built for Apple Silicon, so it runs directly on M1/M2/M3/M4 Macs at full native speed, with no translation layer, no Windows, and no workarounds.
- Play. Open it from your Applications folder or Steam library and you're in.
Common questions about Balatro on Mac
Is Balatro available on Mac?
Yes. Balatro runs natively on macOS, including Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) Macs.
How do I play Balatro on Mac?
Good news: Balatro has a native macOS version, so there's nothing extra to install or configure.
How long does Balatro take to beat?
Balatro takes about 8 hours to beat (main story).
What is Balatro's Metacritic score?
Balatro has a Metacritic score of 90.
What are the minimum Mac requirements for Balatro?
Balatro lists a minimum of macOS 11 (Big Sur) or later, Any Intel or Apple Silicon processor, 1 GB RAM on Steam. If your Mac meets or beats those, it should run.
