We got our hands on it and played several rounds over the course of two weeks with a mixed-age group ranging from 8 to 50. But that’s a lot of hype to live up to, and we wondered if this strategic, Russian roulette-style card game actually delivers. The cards contain his signature artwork and text, making the game irresistible to fans. That’s thanks in large part to the insane popularity of co-creator Matthew Inman’s webcomic The Oatmeal. You can also find it as a featured product in The Best Family Games, The Best Card Games, The Best Family Card Games, and The Best Toys for 10-Year-Olds.Īccording to the box, the Exploding Kittens card game is the most-backed Kickstarter project ever, having raised more than $8 million. Thanks to its at-home and lab performance, it is still a top choice in The Best Party Games for Adults despite newer models and options being available on the market. In addition to this original hands-on review, we also had the opportunity to test this product in The Lab. To make sure we are still recommending the best products for your needs, we recently reviewed this story to make sure it is still accurate and that we stand by what we wrote. The Spruce Home Improvement Review BoardĮditor's Note (September 2023): This product review was originally written and published in 2019.
