Exploding Kittens Party Pack – Campground Picnic Table Game for Families, 0.53 lb Travel Size
Exploding Kittens Party Pack – Campground Picnic Table Game for Families, 0.53 lb Travel Size
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Why you'll love it
- Huge player range of 2-10 scales from date night to full party with one box
- 15-minute play time fits into busy schedules and attention spans of kids
- Absurd Oatmeal-illustrated humor appeals equally to kids and adults, reducing family disagreement on game choice
- No learning curve or setup — open box and start playing in under a minute
- Modular expansion ecosystem (Streaking, Barking, Zombie, Good vs Evil, Recipes for Disaster) keeps the game fresh for repeat buyers
- Travel-ready compact size and 0.53 lb weight makes it one of the few party games you can actually pack
Perfect for
- Family game night for mixed-age groups (kids 7+ through adults)
- Party icebreaker for gatherings of up to 10 people
- Quick 15-minute play session between other activities
- Gift for birthdays, holidays, and housewarming occasions
- Portable entertainment for camping, road trips, and travel
- Expanding an existing Exploding Kittens collection with themed decks (Streaking, Barking, Zombie, Imploding)
THE LEGENDARY ORIGINAL MADE FOR TWO TO FIVE PLAYERS: The card game that gave felines a license to kill. The reason cats around the world are being given the side-eye - it’s Exploding Kittens: Original Edition! This kitty-powered card game is all about turning game night into a blast. Try and dodge exploding kittens, betray your friends along the way, and strap on a portable cheetah butt while you’re at it. The last player left alive wins!
HOURS OF HILARITY: There’ll be lots of chuckling. Rib-cracking outbursts. More laughs than a 90's sitcom. In every 56-card deck you’ll find creative ways to dodge the exploding kittens. Like defuse cards featuring laser pointers, kitty therapy, and catnip sandwiches. And action cards with weaponized back hair, all-seeing goat wizards, and magical pig-a-corns that grant you precognition. Looking for thoroughly entertaining kid and adult games for game night? Quest complete! This game is an excellent addition to your fun family games collection.
EXPAND THE SMILES: The Original edition is a recipe for hours of fun. But those laughs can get even louder! Enhance it with one of our expansion packs (sold separately) and discover more magical characters, more reasons to burst out laughing, and more ways to throw your dear friends and family under the bus. Elevate your game night with Imploding Kittens, Streaking Kittens, or Barking Kittens. Each expansion pack deepens the gameplay by adding a healthy service of chaos.
THE PERFECT TRAVEL COMPANION: Whether you're hitting the road or setting up camp, Exploding Kittens is the ultimate travel game and camping game. Easy to pack and play anywhere, it's ideal for outdoor games.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the cards blow around or get ruined at a campsite picnic table?
The cards are standard card stock and stay in hand easily; for windy settings, the Travel Ready Tin variant is the better pick because it doubles as a protected surface to play on.
Is it really lightweight enough to pack for a backpacking trip?
At 0.53 lbs in a 3.9 x 6.1 x 3.98 inch box, it is more realistic for car camping, RV travel, and cabin trips than multi-day backpacking, but it weighs less than a paperback book for the latter.
Can I play it at a backyard patio party with up to 10 adults and kids?
Yes — the 2-10 player range is built around exactly that use case, and the new party cards included in the Party Pack are designed for larger outdoor group play.
How does it compare to bringing a board game on a camping trip?
Board games with boards, dice, and tokens are awkward outdoors; a 120-card deck fits in any backpack pocket, has no pieces to lose in the grass, and resets in under a minute.
How does it compare to a phone-based game for road trip entertainment?
It does not require signal, charging, headphones, or screen sharing in a car — and it pulls the group into shared laughter instead of separate silent screens.
Will the cards warp if we leave them out on a humid patio overnight?
Leaving any cards in humidity overnight is not recommended; the box itself is compact enough to store in a dry bag, cooler, or car cabin between rounds.
Does it work in low light around a campfire or in an RV at night?
Yes — the cards have full-color illustrations with strong contrast, so they read well in lantern light, campfire glow, and dim RV interiors.
Can we use it as an icebreaker at an outdoor wedding rehearsal or block party?
Yes — the 15-minute round length and the 10-player cap make it a natural fit for breaking guests into smaller groups at outdoor social events.
What if sand or grass gets on the cards?
A quick brush-off or rinse-and-dry of the card edges is enough; the cards are a smooth finish and do not trap debris the way textured board game components do.
Is the box durable enough to survive being tossed in a beach bag?
The retail box is a standard game box that holds up to normal travel; for high-abuse trips, the Travel Ready Tin variant is a reinforced alternative that survives sand and water exposure better.
Can it entertain kids and adults on a long road trip stop?
Yes — at a rest stop or picnic area, a 15-minute round fits the available time, and the laugh-out-loud moments reset the mood for the next leg of driving.
Does it require a flat table or can we play on a picnic blanket?
It plays fine on a picnic blanket, a tailgate, or a low camp table — anything flat enough to set a card down works, which is part of why it travels well.
Will the ink smear if the cards get slightly wet from rain or a spilled drink?
Light moisture will not smear the ink, but the cards are not waterproof; drying them flat between paper towels is the standard fix for a small spill.
Can we take it on a plane as a carry-on for vacation entertainment?
Yes — it is a standard card game, no batteries, no liquids, and the compact size fits in any personal item or carry-on without taking liquids space.
Is it a good fit for hotel room game night when we travel with another family?
Yes — the 10-player max means two families of four plus a couple can play together, and the 15-minute rounds fit a tired-after-sightseeing energy level.
Are there weather-resistant versions for serious outdoor use?
The Travel Ready Tin and Limited Edition Tin variants are the most outdoor-friendly options; for full waterproof play, third-party card sleeves are the common add-on.
How do you actually play Exploding Kittens Party Pack?
Shuffle the 120 cards, deal 7 to each player face down, and place the remaining deck in the center. On your turn you can play as many action cards as you like, then draw a card — if you draw an Exploding Kitten and do not have a defuse card, you are out. The last player standing wins.
How long does a full round take from start to finish?
The average round takes about 15 minutes once the group knows the rules, which makes it easy to fit between dinner and bedtime or between other games on game night.
How do I set up the game before the first round?
Open the box, remove the deck, shuffle it, deal 7 cards to each player, and place the remaining stack face down in the center of the table — total setup is under a minute with no pieces to sort, no board to lay out, and no app to launch.
Is the Party Pack compatible with the original Exploding Kittens deck?
Yes — the Imploding Kittens expansion and the 10 new party cards are designed to shuffle directly into the original deck, and the rules scale up the player range to 10 when the expansion is mixed in.
Does it work with the other themed expansions like Streaking, Barking, or Zombie Kittens?
Yes — all Exploding Kittens themed decks are designed as modular expansions that combine with the base game; the more expansions you own, the larger and more chaotic the game becomes, which is the intended experience.
What is included in the box and what do I need to buy separately?
The box includes 120 cards (the original deck, the Imploding Kittens expansion, and 10 new party cards) and the illustrated rulebook. You do not need to buy anything separately to play, though themed expansions are sold as add-ons.
Is the game safe and reliable for long-term repeated use?
Yes — the game contains no electronics, no batteries, no small swallowable parts beyond standard playing-card size, and no moving components, so the main wear item is the cards themselves, which are easily replaced or sleeved.
How durable is the packaging for shipping and storage?
The retail box is a standard card game box designed to survive normal shipping and shelf storage; for travel and outdoor use, the Travel Ready Tin variant offers a more rugged alternative.
What is the difference between a card game and a board game?
A card game uses only a deck of cards as components, has no board, and usually has faster setup and shorter rounds; a board game typically includes a board, tokens, dice, or other pieces and runs longer with more complex rules. Exploding Kittens Party Pack is a card game, which is why it sets up in under a minute and travels easily.
