Zombie Kittens Card Game
The explosive card game where death is just the beginning. Return from the grave, sabotage your opponents, and fight your way back to victory. For 2-5 players, ages 7+.
2-5
Players
~15
Minutes
7+
Ages
61
Cards
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Experience the chaos of a card game where exploding is just the start of the fun.
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Why Players Love Zombie Kittens
Death Isn't the End
Unlike other games, exploding doesn't eliminate you. Dead players keep their cards, disrupt opponents, and can claw their way back to life.
Fast-Paced Fun
Games last around 15 minutes. Quick enough for multiple rounds, perfect for parties and game nights.
All Ages Welcome
Simple rules for ages 7+, but strategic depth keeps adults engaged. Perfect for families and mixed-age groups.
Easy to Learn
Pick up the basics in minutes. The rules are intuitive, especially if you know Exploding Kittens.
Endlessly Replayable
Every game plays differently. Combine with other Exploding Kittens decks for even more chaos.
Keep Restless Hands Busy Between Explosions
Waiting your turn can drag - especially for the youngest seat at the table. We like pairing Zombie Kittens with NeeDoh toys: quiet enough not to disturb the game, satisfying enough to stop someone peeking at your hand. Great for ages 7+, sensory-friendly, and survives a kitten-fuelled game night just fine.
Other Editions
Expand your Exploding Kittens collection with these compatible editions.
Exploding Kittens Original Edition
The original hilarious card game in a collectible tin. For 2-5 players, ages 7+.
Exploding Kittens NSFW Edition
Explicit content for adults only. Same gameplay, adult humour.
Recipes for Disaster
The ultimate collection with 13 new ways to play. For 2-5 players.
What Players Are Saying
Based on 110,000+ customer reviews on Amazon
Excellent game as an add on to exploding kittens. A great game for children and adults alike.
Great addition to a fantastic card game
We have previously bought Exploding Kittens and the expansion packs so was delighted to see this pop up in time to be purchased for a birthday gift. Zombie Kittens can be played as a game on its own or with the original Exploding Kittens pack.
You know it's a great game when the grandkids were fighting within minutes of opening the box!!
We all love Exploding Kittens, I bought my Son the Exploding Kittens - Recipes for Disaster pack, highly recommended. This game will not disappoint, i think it's the first game i've ever bothered reviewing.
Bought in behalf of my mum for her to give as a gift. It was well recieved. Great range of ages can play, its very compact so can be easily brought on a holiday or around to a friends house.
We have some of the other exploding kitten games but this is by far our favourite. It takes a little time to learn what all the cards do but once you've done that it's super fun. You will play this again and again.
Great fun game. Looks intimidating but one round and you are picking it up. Three rounds and you are starting to get the strategy. It's a really fun game.
The children loved the idea of this game. We have played it a couple of times and each time went well. The game was fairly fast moving and funny and the children did not lose interest or concentration.
About Zombie Kittens
Zombie Kittens is a bold evolution of the globally successful Exploding Kittens universe, created for players who want higher stakes, sharper strategy, and more chaotic fun. Building on the core mechanics that made Exploding Kittens a modern classic, Zombie Kittens introduces a groundbreaking twist: the game does not end when a player explodes.
Launched as a standalone card game in 2022, Zombie Kittens expands the original concept with an all-new deck, original illustrations by The Oatmeal, and innovative mechanics that allow players to return from the dead. Dead players remain part of the action, influencing the game, disrupting opponents, and fighting their way back to victory. Only one player can ultimately survive, but no one is ever truly out.
Designed for 2–5 players out of the box and expandable up to 9 players when combined with other Exploding Kittens editions, Zombie Kittens delivers fast-paced gameplay that typically lasts around 15 minutes. The rules are easy to learn, yet the strategic depth increases dramatically with every added player, expansion, or card interaction.
Zombie Kittens can be played on its own or seamlessly combined with other English-language Exploding Kittens decks and expansions, including Barking Kittens and additional variants. This modular design allows players to scale the chaos, customise their experience, and create entirely new game modes such as the Zombie Apocalypse format.
The game has been widely recognised for its originality and replay value. Zombie Kittens received the Bronze Award at the Made for Mums Toy Awards and earned multiple industry nominations and wins, including recognition at the UK Games Expo and the 5 Seasons Awards.
Exploding Kittens began as one of the most successful Kickstarter campaigns of all time and has since grown into a global entertainment brand, spanning tabletop games, books, and a Netflix animated series. Zombie Kittens represents the brand's continued focus on inventive gameplay, irreverent humour, and community-driven design.
Compact, travel-friendly, and endlessly replayable, Zombie Kittens is built for family game nights, parties, road trips, and anyone who enjoys strategic card games with a dark sense of humour and a competitive edge.
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Zombie Kittens is a standalone card game set in the Exploding Kittens universe. It adds new mechanics that allow players to return from the dead and continue influencing the game until only one living player remains.
Zombie Kittens is a complete standalone game. It can be played on its own or combined with other English-language Exploding Kittens decks and expansions.
Zombie Kittens supports 2–5 players out of the box. When combined with other Exploding Kittens decks, the game can be expanded to support up to 9 players.
The game is recommended for ages 7 and up. The rules are simple to learn, while the strategy scales well for older players and adults.
A standard game of Zombie Kittens takes approximately 15 minutes, making it ideal for quick rounds, parties, and repeat play.
Unlike the original game, Zombie Kittens allows exploded players to stay involved. Dead players keep their cards, can play specific actions, and may return to life, creating a more dynamic and unpredictable experience.
The game includes a deck of 61 cards featuring original illustrations by The Oatmeal, along with a printed instruction manual.
Yes. Zombie Kittens is fully compatible with other English-language Exploding Kittens editions and expansions, allowing for larger groups and new game modes.
No. Zombie Kittens is only compatible with other English-language versions of Exploding Kittens and its expansions.
Yes. The core rules are simple and intuitive, especially for players familiar with Exploding Kittens. New mechanics are introduced gradually and explained clearly in the instructions.
Yes. Zombie Kittens is designed for families, mixed-age groups, and casual players, while still offering enough strategy to stay engaging for experienced gamers.
Yes. The compact box and quick setup make Zombie Kittens ideal for travel, holidays, camping trips, and on-the-go gaming.
Yes. Zombie Kittens has received multiple industry recognitions, including a Bronze Award at the Made for Mums Toy Awards and nominations and wins at major tabletop gaming events.
Zombie Kittens was created by Exploding Kittens, a globally recognised game studio known for innovative card games, distinctive humour, and artwork by The Oatmeal.
Zombie Kittens is available through official online stores and selected retail partners, depending on region. Availability may vary by country.
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