LA-based gaming company Exploding Kittens is ready to revamp game nights with its largest spring release of four new card games, combining fast-paced fun and an appeal to players of all stripes.
The renowned gaming company Exploding Kittens has unveiled an exciting collection of card games, set to enliven game nights and party gatherings in early 2024. On the heels of its notable successes, the Los Angeles-based company has pushed the envelope with its largest spring release to date, featuring four inventive card games designed for fast-paced fun and universal appeal.
The lineup includes “That Escalated Quickly,” promising to be an uproarious co-operative game where players, numbering up to eight, attempt to sequence absurd answers to scenario-based questions. For example, when questioning what might emerge from a parachute pack, answers might span from the “least effective” to the “most effective” in an outrageous and laughter-inducing fashion. Originating as “Top Ten,” a 2022 Spiel Des Jahres-nominated sensation adored across Europe, the game has been refashioned for an English-speaking audience with a fresh card design and reconfigured queries, yet it retains its inherently popular and engaging core mechanics.
Following “That Escalated Quickly,” “Power Hungry Pets” reimagines the classic “Love Letter”™ game through Exploding Kittens’ distinctive lens, featuring the company’s charming artwork and quirky, tactical card play. This simple strategy game, intriguing for both seasoned players and those typically unenthused by strategic challenges, involves making opportunistic plays to remain the last one standing with the highest card. This game’s straightforward and accessible nature makes it an unsophisticated yet engaging option for game lovers.
Another addition is “Danger Danger,” a high-energy game with a time-ticking twist. Players race against a concealed timer, drawing and playing cards within one minute to accumulate points. The catch lies in the unknown timer, as players tread the fine line between aggressive play and untimely defeat. This thrilling time-crunch adds an element of suspense to the frantic gameplay, aiming to keep participants on their toes.
Rounding off the Spring bonanza, “Hoppy Salmon” adapts the beloved “Happy Salmon” game with an Easter flair. As in the original, players must complete simple action cards with a partner amidst a flurry of shouting and pairing. The festive design and robust card material promise to elevate the experience, ensuring this game will be a hit for those hunting for some Easter or spring-related amusement.
Exploding Kittens’ mission is centered on creating experiences that bring people together through laughter and play. The company’s #1 most-backed project status on Kickstarter is a testament to its reputation for devising engrossing physical games. Founded by Elan Lee, a former Xbox game designer, and Matthew Inman of “The Oatmeal,” the brand has propelled well beyond its original card game into a diverse array of games, digital apps, and even an upcoming animated series on Netflix.
This notable game release falls comfortably in step with Exploding Kittens’ commitment to livening up social gatherings with accessible, fun-centric gaming options. The quartet of new games, available at select retailers and the company’s website, is anticipated to capture the imagination and fanfare of people across age groups, adding an edge of joy to both dedicated game nights and spontaneous bouts of play. With these additions, Exploding Kittens looks to sustain its streak of revitalizing and innovating the social gaming landscape.
