Graphite is actively investigated as an electrode material for rechargeable batteries because of its capability of intercalating versatile ion species combined with its low production cost and non-toxicity. This mini review will provide an overview of recent achievements as well as an outlook for graphite electrode of rechargeable batteries (i.e. Li-, Na-, K-, and Al-ion batteries), focusing on the energy storage properties of graphite electrode in various battery systems and its underlying intercalation mechanism. This mini review will provide insights into designing low-cost graphite-based energy storage systems.