Exploding Kittens® - Official

Game Overview

Step into the whimsical, chaotic world of Exploding Kittens® - Official, the digital adaptation of the wildly successful card game from Exploding Kittens, Inc. This quirky, strategic experience challenges players to navigate a deck filled with hilarious, yet deadly, felines. The core objective is simple: avoid drawing an Exploding Kitten card, or face immediate elimination!

Gameplay revolves around drawing cards and strategically playing them to manipulate the deck, force opponents into perilous situations, or save yourself from impending doom. Players will utilize a variety of special cards, from “Defuse” cards that neutralize an Exploding Kitten with laser pointers and belly rubs, to “Skip” and “Attack” cards that alter turn order, and “See the Future” cards that allow a peek at the top of the deck to plan your next move. The game masterfully blends unpredictable chance with clever strategy, ensuring every round is a unique and often uproarious experience.

The game’s charm is amplified by its distinctive art style, instantly recognizable to fans of The Oatmeal, featuring absurd creatures and hilarious scenarios. This visual humor is perfectly complemented by sound effects that punctuate comedic moments, often leading to genuine laughter. While the inherent randomness can sometimes lead to frustrating moments, and extended play might feel a tad repetitive, Exploding Kittens® - Official delivers a quick, entertaining, and highly humorous diversion that’s perfect for a burst of strategic fun.

Controls

Exploding Kittens® - Official features an intuitive, touch-based interface designed for seamless mobile gameplay. Players interact with cards by tapping to select, dragging to play, and swiping to manage their hand and view the game board. All actions, from drawing cards to activating special abilities, are performed with simple, responsive touch gestures.

How to Play

1. Get Started: Begin by downloading Exploding Kittens® - Official from your device’s app store. Upon launching, we recommend completing the interactive tutorial to familiarize yourself with the basic rules and gameplay flow.
2. Understand Your Objective: Your primary goal is to be the last player standing. This means avoiding drawing an Exploding Kitten card at all costs, while strategically forcing your opponents to draw them. You can play against strangers online, invite friends for a private match, or challenge AI opponents.
3. Master Your Cards: Familiarize yourself with the various card types in your hand. Key cards include:
   • Defuse Cards: The only way to survive drawing an Exploding Kitten.
   • Skip Cards: End your turn without drawing a card.
   • Attack Cards: Force the next player to take multiple turns.
   • Shuffle Cards: Randomize the deck.
   • See the Future Cards: Peek at the top three cards of the deck to plan your strategy.
4. Strategize Your Moves: Use your cards wisely. For instance, employ a “See the Future” card to anticipate an Exploding Kitten, then use other cards to manipulate the deck or force an opponent to draw it instead. Decide whether to play cards to gain an advantage or hold onto them for defensive purposes.
5. Defuse the Danger: If you draw an Exploding Kitten, you must play a Defuse card immediately to stay in the game. If you don’t have one, you are eliminated! After defusing, you get to choose where to reinsert the Exploding Kitten back into the deck, setting up potential traps for your opponents.
6. Adapt and Outwit: The game is dynamic. Continuously adapt your strategy based on the cards you draw, the cards your opponents play, and the number of Exploding Kittens remaining in the deck. Stay alert to your opponents’ tactics and anticipate their moves.
7. Claim Victory: Continue the intense back-and-forth until you are the sole survivor, having successfully outmaneuvered all other players and avoided the explosive felines.