Exploding Kittens Good vs. Evil Card Game Instruction Manual

Introduction

Welcome to Exploding Kittens: Good vs. Evil! This edition brings a divine twist to the classic, chaotic card game. Designed for 2-5 players aged 7 and up, this game challenges you to avoid drawing the Exploding Kitten while strategically using action cards and the new Armageddon Cards to outsmart your opponents. The last player standing wins.

The game box for Exploding Kittens Good vs. Evil, highlighting key information such as player count, age recommendation, and estimated game duration.

Game Components

Your Exploding Kittens Good vs. Evil game includes the following:

• 55 Game Cards: Featuring all-new artwork and characters from the Netflix series.
• 1 Playmat: A special Good vs. Evil playmat to stage your epic battles.
• 1 Instruction Manual: This guide to help you learn the rules.

A selection of game cards, illustrating the diverse actions and characters within the game.

Setup

Follow these steps to prepare for your game:

1. Remove all Exploding Kitten cards (except one less than the number of players) and all Defuse cards from the deck.
2. Shuffle the remaining cards and deal 4 cards face down to each player.
3. Deal 1 Defuse card to each player, so everyone has a hand of 5 cards total. Keep your hand secret.
4. Insert the Exploding Kitten cards back into the deck. For example, in a 4-player game, insert 3 Exploding Kittens. This ensures everyone eventually explodes except for one person.
5. Shuffle the deck thoroughly and place it face down in the middle of the table. This is your Draw Pile.
6. Leave some space for a Discard Pile as well.
7. Determine who goes first. (Some sample criteria: most impressive beard, most intimidating odor, shortest spleen, etc.)

Visual guide for setting up the game, illustrating the distribution of cards and placement of the Draw Pile.

How to Play

Exploding Kittens is a highly strategic, kitty-powered version of Russian Roulette. Players draw cards until somebody draws an Exploding Kitten, at which point they explode and are out of the game. The last player standing wins.

Taking Your Turn

1. Play a card from your hand by placing it FACE UP on top of the Discard Pile, and following the instructions on the card. Or play no cards at all, that's cool too.
2. Finally, end your turn by drawing a card from the top of the Draw Pile into your hand and hoping it's not an Exploding Kitten. (This is different from most other games in that you END YOUR TURN by drawing a card.)

Key Cards & Actions

• Exploding Kitten: If you draw this card, you are immediately out of the game unless you have a Defuse card.
• Defuse: Play this card to defuse an Exploding Kitten. You then secretly reinsert the Exploding Kitten anywhere into the Draw Pile.
• Attack: End your turn without drawing a card and force the next player to take two turns.
• Nope: Stop any action except for an Exploding Kitten or a Defuse card. Can be played at any time.
• Shuffle: Shuffle the Draw Pile thoroughly. Useful when you know there's an Exploding Kitten coming.
• See the Future (3x): Privately view the top 3 cards from the Draw Pile and put them back in the same order. Don't show the cards to other players.
• Favor: Force any other player to give you 1 card from their hand. They choose which card to give you.
• Skip: Immediately end your turn without drawing a card.
• Cat Cards: These cards are powerless on their own, but if you collect any 2 matching Cat Cards, you can play them as a Pair to steal a random card from any player.

Visual explanation of how to use Defuse and action cards to survive an Exploding Kitten encounter.

New Good vs. Evil Mechanics

This edition introduces exciting new elements:

• Armageddon Cards: These cards trigger epic Good vs. Evil showdowns, adding a fresh twist to the mayhem.
• Godcat and Devilcat: These special cards bring the eternal conflict to life, influencing gameplay with unique effects.

New cards from the Good vs. Evil edition, including Godcat, Devilcat, and a Targeted Attack card.

Official How-to-Play Video

Watch this official video from Exploding Kittens LLC for a detailed explanation of how to play the Good vs. Evil edition.

Operating the Game

The game operates through turns, with players drawing cards and playing action cards. The core objective is to avoid drawing an Exploding Kitten. Strategic use of your hand and understanding opponent's moves are key to survival.

• Play continues clockwise around the table.
• There is no maximum or minimum hand size.
• If you run out of cards in your hand, you have no special action to take. Keep playing; you'll draw 1 more card on your next turn.

A quick step guide summarizing the core gameplay loop, from setup to winning by not exploding.

Maintenance

To ensure the longevity of your Exploding Kittens Good vs. Evil game:

• Store cards and playmat in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Keep components in their original box to prevent damage and loss.
• Handle cards with clean, dry hands to avoid wear and tear.
• If cards become dirty, gently wipe them with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using liquids.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues during gameplay:

• Conflicting Rules: Refer to this instruction manual for clarification. If a situation is not explicitly covered, the players should agree on a house rule before continuing.
• Missing Components: If any cards or the playmat are missing upon opening, please contact Exploding Kittens customer support.
• Game Balance: If games feel too short or too long, adjust the number of Exploding Kitten cards in the deck (always one less than the number of players).

Specifications