Best settings

Balatro Best Settings for FPS (2026)

Practical presets to improve performance without destroying image quality.

Check your PCRequirementsSteam Deck

Recommended tweaks

  • Defaults are perfect
  • Windowed/borderless to taste
  • Controller or touch OK on Deck
  • Extremely battery friendly
Target GPU (rec)Any GPU
Minimum GPUIntegrated OK
RAM4 GB recommended

FAQ — Balatro performance

Does Balatro run on Steam Deck?

Yes — Verified and one of the lightest high-demand Deck titles.

Best settings for Balatro on PC?

Start with Medium presets, lower shadows/effects first, and use FSR/DLSS if available. Cap FPS to your display for smoother framing.