Exploding Kittens

Draw cards and avoid the exploding kitten, using skips, shuffles and defuses to survive.

Age on the box7+
Players2–5 players
Play time15 min
Play styleCompetitive
DifficultyEasy to learn
TypeCard game

Parent tip

The humour is silly rather than crude in the original deck. Check which edition you buy.

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Quick answers

What age is Exploding Kittens for?

The publisher recommends Exploding Kittens for ages 7 and up. The humour is silly rather than crude in the original deck. Check which edition you buy.

How many players can play Exploding Kittens?

Exploding Kittens plays with 2–5 players.

How long does Exploding Kittens take to play?

A typical game of Exploding Kittens takes 15 min.

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