Exploding Kittens Card Game (French Edition)
Exploding Kittens, LLC · Toys & Games > Board Games & Card Games
Era / Decade
Late 2010s to Present (post-2015 Kickstarter success)
Material
Cardstock playing cards with coated finish, cardboard box
Condition
Fair to Good. The box shows visible shelf wear, scuffing, edge peeling, and a noticeable tear/paper loss on the front cover. Since only the exterior box is visible, the condition of the internal components (cards) is unknown, which heavily impacts potential resale value.
Demand Level
Strong for complete sets, but Moderate to Low for a heavily worn box where completeness cannot be guaranteed.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$5.00 - $10.00 USD
Estimated Retail Value
$20.00 USD
Comparable Sales
Used complete copies of Exploding Kittens in good condition typically sell on eBay for $8 to $12 shipped. Severely worn box copies with uncertain completeness often struggle to sell above $5.
Description
Exploding Kittens is a highly popular, strategic, feline-powered version of Russian Roulette. This is the French edition ('Édition Originale') featuring French text on the box, designed for 2 to 5 players ages 7 and up, with a quick 15-minute play time. The box is burgundy/maroon with the iconic black cat graphic and flaming typography.
Key Features
Widely recognized modern party game brand, highly popular casual tabletop game, quick and easy to learn mechanics, mainstream pop-culture appeal.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence in authenticity based on standard packaging fonts, accurate logo styling, Kickstarter badge graphics, and official layout matching known retail editions.
Flaws to Note
Significant shelf wear, scuffs, edge dings, and paper tearing/loss on the front cover of the cardboard box. If any cards are missing or damaged inside, the value drops significantly.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay or Facebook Marketplace. Local selling is best to avoid shipping costs that would exceed the item's value.
Selling Tips
Open the box and verify that all cards are present and in good condition before listing. Take clear photos of all contents and any box damage. List at a low fixed price with local pickup or media/lightweight shipping options.