Just ahead of the 47th season finale of “Survivor,” the gaming scene is buzzing with excitement as Exploding Kittens reveals their latest creation: Survivor The Tribe Has Spoken. This card-based party game, crafted with the expertise of the show’s Emmy-winning host and producer Jeff Probst, is set to captivate both die-hard enthusiasts and newcomers. It captures the essence of the social strategy that has made the iconic reality show a household name.
Exploding Kittens, no stranger to licensed games after the success of Exploding Minions in 2021, seems to have taken this collaboration to heart. Co-founder and CEO Elan Lee expressed genuine passion for this project. In a statement, he reminisced, “I’ve been hooked on every episode of Survivor since it debuted 24 years ago. It’s profoundly shaped my approach to game design and crafting engaging experiences for players.” He added, “Turning the expansive Survivor experience into a 30-minute game was quite the journey. But after two years of collaboration with Jeff Probst, we’ve packed all the excitement, strategy, and intrigue into one sleek box.”
The game draws from nearly a quarter-century of show history, incorporating player cards that feature both fan-favorite and notorious contestants. Players will navigate alliances and orchestrate blindsides, striving to be among the final pair left to plead their case for the ultimate bragging rights as Sole Survivor.
Jeff Probst shared his enthusiasm for the project: “Our goal was to create a card game that would delight long-time fans and those just here for the fun of it. Teaming up with Exploding Kittens was simply perfect for bringing this dream to life. We hope players find as much joy in playing it as we did in designing it.”
This game cleverly weaves in classic Survivor elements such as advantages, hidden immunity idols, and the thrill of vote-based tribal councils. The box itself doubles as the show’s iconic urn for handling votes. You’ll find cards for challenges that demand quick thinking and cunning, like “The Spy Shack,” which lets you sneak a peek at another player’s hand and swipe a card. There are also counter-cards, like “Sorry for You,” that block theft attempts. Bonus cards allow for strategic vote manipulation or even offer the chance to become Tribal Council Leader.
Perfect for ages eight and up, the game supports three to six players and averages a 30-60 minute playtime. Eager fans can preorder Survivor The Tribe Has Spoken for $19.99 at major retailers like Amazon, Target, and Walmart.
