Exploding Kittens Base Game – Card Game for 2–5 Players | Ages 7+ | By Exploding Kittens
Exploding Kittens Base Game
A fast-paced, strategic card game for 2–5 players. Ages 7 and up. Average play time: 15 minutes.
What Is Exploding Kittens?
Exploding Kittens is a kitty-powered card game where players draw from the deck hoping to avoid the dreaded Exploding Kitten card. Draw one and you're out — unless you can defuse it with a Defuse card using laser pointers, belly rubs, or catnip sandwiches. The last player standing wins.
Game Specs
- Players: 2–5 (combinable with other decks for more players)
- Ages: 7+
- Play Time: ~15 minutes
- Card Count: 56 cards (2.5 × 3.5 inches)
- Publisher: Exploding Kittens
- Designers: Elan Lee, Matthew Inman (The Oatmeal), Shane Small
- Category: Card Game, Party Game, Family Game
Why Players Love It
- Plays in 15 minutes — perfect for game nights, parties, and family gatherings
- Easy to learn, hard to put down — rules explained in under 2 minutes
- Wildly popular — the most-backed game in Kickstarter history
- Expandable — combine with other Exploding Kittens decks for up to 9 players
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a standalone game?
Yes. The base game is fully playable on its own for 2–5 players.
Can kids play?
Yes, recommended for ages 7 and up. Simple enough for kids, strategic enough for adults.
Does it work with expansions?
Yes, it's compatible with all Exploding Kittens expansion packs.
What's in the box?
56 cards, rulebook, and box. No batteries or additional components required.