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Exploding Kittens Presents Poetry for Neanderthals - Family Card Game for Adults, Teens & Kids - Competitive Word Guessing Family Games, Ages 7 and Up - Includes 200 cards and a 2-foot inflatable club

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  • MAKE PARTY GREAT: We have fun game. Help team guess word on card. Catch is, use only one sound. No big words or boom stick hit you! Poetry for Neanderthals is the guessing game that needs you to channel your inner caveman. Speak in single syllables and win points with every correct guess. If you start talking fancy, someone from the opposing team gets to bop you with an inflatable club. Looking for a party game for kids and adults that will have the crowd roaring with laughter? You’ve found it!
  • COMPLETE GAME SET: You’ll have everything you need. Just call your crew, tell them to leave their grammar at the door, and let the games begin. You’ll receive 200 double-sided cards, 2 game boards, and a 2-foot inflatable No! Stick, and 1 sand timer. And we know you’ll get a bit too enthusiastic with the inflated club- it’s hard not to. That’s why we’ve thrown in a repair patch with each of the card games for families. In case anything happens, just patch it up, and keep on guessing.
  • WHOLE FAMILY FUN: Kids will love it. Teens won’t get enough of it. Adults will be scrambling to get their own copy. Meet your new game night staple. Poetry for Neanderthals is great for grownups & kids ages 7+ and accommodates 2-6 players. The more of your primitive family and friends you bring in on the fun, the more knee-slapping hilarity will ensue. Break it out after dinner, on lazy weekends, during picnics, or at work when your boss has gone for that conference.
  • ELEVATE THE EXCITEMENT: It make fun big plus big. Laugh loud plus loud. Pal will greet hand. Tell you praise. Say top day of life …. We’re talking about the Poetry for Neanderthals expansion pack! (And we know we’d get bopped a few times there. We live dangerously) The More Cards Box 1 adds 2,000 new words and phrases. Think you can do better than our Neanderthal brains? We’ve also included 20 blank cards that give you the power to personalize the game.
  • WELCOME TO THE FAMILY: Poetry for Neanderthals is created by the same guys that gave you Exploding Kittens - an idea first launched on Kickstarter. We aimed to raise $10K. We ended up with $8.7M in 30 days from 219,000 backers. Close to a decade later, Exploding Kittens is still the #1 most-backed project in Kickstarter history. We’ve since launched the likes of Throw Throw Burrito, Really Loud Librarians, and more game-night-boosting goodness. Collect them all and brace yourself for epic fun!
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Product Dimensions 3.64 x 7.99 x 5.24 inches
Item Weight 0.352 ounces
Country of Origin China
ASIN B089DTQDLR
Item model number POET-CORE-3
Manufacturer recommended age 7 years and up
Best Sellers Rank #1,886 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
#63 in Dedicated Deck Card Games
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Release date January 1, 2021
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Poetry for Neanderthals is a family-friendly party game where players earn points by getting their teammates to guess words and phrases. The catch is that the "Neanderthal Poets" are only allowed to use single-syllable words. If they use any words with more than one syllable, the other team gets to bop them with a 2-foot inflatable club. The team with the most points wins! This hilarious and engaging game is perfect for those looking for top board games for teens and board games for adults and family gatherings.

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  • Includes an instruction manual, 200 cards, 1 sand timer, 2 game boards, Grok's poetry journal cards, and 1 inflatable club.

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    Customers find this card game fun for both small and large groups, with hilarious moments that can make sides hurt. The game is simple to learn and works well for a wide range of ages, making it perfect for family game night and larger parties. Customers appreciate its creativity, with one noting it's similar to charades, while others highlight how it teaches syllables through single-syllable wordplay. The game maintains a fast pace throughout.

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    495 customers mention "Fun to play"477 positive18 negative

    Customers find this card game incredibly fun, keeping everyone engaged and laughing, particularly when played with a large group.

    "...] This game is easy to learn yet exciting. The small box is easy to store, the game does not take too long...." Read more

    "My family has a blast playing this game. Simple and easy to learn. Loads of fun" Read more

    "Fun game fun game" Read more

    "...white color design adds a clean and minimalist touch, and the high-quality materials ensure that it will withstand countless play sessions...." Read more

    168 customers mention "Ease of learning"152 positive16 negative

    Customers find the game easy to learn, with simple basic rules that make it accessible for large groups.

    "The game is very simple. You get a 1 and a 3 point clue...." Read more

    "This game is easy to learn yet exciting...." Read more

    "My family has a blast playing this game. Simple and easy to learn. Loads of fun" Read more

    "...It works well for groups of various sizes and is an easy game for anyone to pick up." Read more

    105 customers mention "Laughter rate"98 positive7 negative

    Customers find the game hilarious, with many reporting they laugh so hard their sides hurt.

    "...It's an ideal game for breaking the ice and bringing smiles to everyone's faces...." Read more

    "...It was a huge hit, and we laughed hard...." Read more

    "This game will make you laugh out loud! It is tricky to talk to your team using only one syllable words! Such a fun game to play with all ages" Read more

    "...Communicating with only one-syllable words leads to hilarious slip-ups and plenty of laughs, especially when you get whacked with the inflatable..." Read more

    73 customers mention "Age range"73 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate that the game is suitable for a wide range of ages, from kids to adults, making it a hit with both young and old players.

    "...This is great for almost any age from kids to adults, and the games go by quickly...." Read more

    "...The game's inclusive nature allows players of all ages and skill levels to participate, ensuring that everyone feels engaged and part of the..." Read more

    "This is a hilarious game that you can play with just a few people or tons of people. Be ready to laugh at yourself and others!..." Read more

    "...It's a blast to play with friends and pretty much good for any age if they have a good vocabulary because you have to think a little for this one...." Read more

    41 customers mention "Group size"41 positive0 negative

    Customers enjoy this card game for family game night and larger parties, with one customer noting it works well for micro-team building during meetings.

    "...are no questionable clues in the original edition so it's perfect for the whole family!" Read more

    "...It works well for groups of various sizes and is an easy game for anyone to pick up." Read more

    "...Poetry for Neanderthals is a fantastic icebreaker at parties or family gatherings, encouraging everyone to let loose and showcase their Neanderthal..." Read more

    "...It's fun to take to parties as well and can play large groups. Our log bat has a whole that slowly leaks. But it doesn't affect the game." Read more

    39 customers mention "Creativity"39 positive0 negative

    Customers appreciate the game's creativity, finding it clever, unique, and making them think, with one customer comparing it to charades.

    "...There are no questionable clues in the original edition so it's perfect for the whole family!" Read more

    "...All of the cards and accessories are good quality. I would deem this game a good quality for the reasonable price paid." Read more

    "...Poetry for Neanderthals is a fantastic icebreaker at parties or family gatherings, encouraging everyone to let loose and showcase their Neanderthal..." Read more

    "This game is fun for everyone! It makes you reframe how you think and everyone will be laughing and having a good time while you're playing!..." Read more

    32 customers mention "Wordplay"32 positive0 negative

    Customers enjoy the game's wordplay, particularly its focus on single-syllable words, which makes it a great tool for teaching syllables.

    "...It's a blast to have to function with one-syllable words only...." Read more

    "...The game comes with a set of cards featuring single-syllable words, making it easy for players to construct their Neanderthal poetry...." Read more

    "...There are options on each card for two word phrases (worth 3 points instead of one). I highly recommend this game...." Read more

    "This game is all about speaking as less as possible without using gestures and just getting back to your neanderthal roots...." Read more

    20 customers mention "Pacing"20 positive0 negative

    Customers enjoy the fast-paced nature of the game, with one customer noting its 90-second timer, and another mentioning it remains stimulating without becoming stale quickly.

    "...This is great for almost any age from kids to adults, and the games go by quickly...." Read more

    "...Moreover, the fast-paced gameplay keeps everyone on their toes, making each round full of excitement and anticipation...." Read more

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    Great game also kid friendly
    5 out of 5 stars
    Great game also kid friendly
    This game is easy to learn yet exciting. The small box is easy to store, the game does not take too long. All of the cards and accessories are good quality. I would deem this game a good quality for the reasonable price paid.
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    • C. Tucker
      5.0 out of 5 stars Harder than you think but lots of fun!
      Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2024
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      The game is very simple. You get a 1 and a 3 point clue. You have to speak in one syllable words (like a Neanderthal) if you don't, your enforcer from the other team gets to bop you on the head with an inflatable club. The big words don't trip you up, it's the smaller words like "only" or "bigger".

      Everyone is split into two teams and you have one minute to get through as many clues as possible. You get penalized a point if you break the rules and get bopped on the head.

      This is great for almost any age from kids to adults, and the games go by quickly. As soon as everyone has had three turns you tally up the score.

      There are no questionable clues in the original edition so it's perfect for the whole family!
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    • Remi
      5.0 out of 5 stars Great game also kid friendly
      Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2025
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      This game is easy to learn yet exciting. The small box is easy to store, the game does not take too long. All of the cards and accessories are good quality. I would deem this game a good quality for the reasonable price paid.
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      5.0 out of 5 stars
      Great game also kid friendly

      Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2025
      This game is easy to learn yet exciting. The small box is easy to store, the game does not take too long. All of the cards and accessories are good quality. I would deem this game a good quality for the reasonable price paid.
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    • Ronnie
      5.0 out of 5 stars Family fun
      Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2025
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      My family has a blast playing this game. Simple and easy to learn. Loads of fun
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    • Luke Mowry
      5.0 out of 5 stars Great party game. Find myself coming back to this over and over.
      Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2025
      Style: Poetry for NeanderthalsVerified Purchase
      I play this game frequently, especially with family. It's a blast to have to function with one-syllable words only. Although I was initially concerned that we would memorize the word set over time, we're still not there yet. It works well for groups of various sizes and is an easy game for anyone to pick up.
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    • Rich
      4.0 out of 5 stars Word game
      Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2025
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      Fun game fun game
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    • Real Deal
      5.0 out of 5 stars A Hilarious Family Card Game!
      Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2023
      Style: Poetry for NeanderthalsVerified Purchase
      The premise of Poetry for Neanderthals is simple: players must compose and guess words or phrases using only single-syllable words. However, there's a hilarious twist - if you use any word with more than one syllable, you'll get whacked with an inflatable club! It's a clever and challenging way to test your linguistic skills while keeping everyone entertained.

      The game comes with a set of cards featuring single-syllable words, making it easy for players to construct their Neanderthal poetry. The goal is to have your teammates guess your phrases correctly without resorting to complex vocabulary.

      This game fosters creativity and quick thinking as players must find innovative ways to express ideas with restricted language. It's an excellent opportunity to have a blast while expanding your vocabulary and having some light-hearted fun.

      The game's white color design adds a clean and minimalist touch, and the high-quality materials ensure that it will withstand countless play sessions.

      Poetry for Neanderthals is a fantastic icebreaker at parties or family gatherings, encouraging everyone to let loose and showcase their Neanderthal poetic talents. The game's inclusive nature allows players of all ages and skill levels to participate, ensuring that everyone feels engaged and part of the fun.

      Moreover, the fast-paced gameplay keeps everyone on their toes, making each round full of excitement and anticipation. It's an ideal game for breaking the ice and bringing smiles to everyone's faces.

      In conclusion, Poetry for Neanderthals is a brilliant addition to any game collection. Its creative concept, easy-to-learn rules, and uproarious laughter make it a perfect choice for family game nights and gatherings. So, why not embrace your inner Neanderthal and grab a copy of Poetry for Neanderthals to kickstart your next fun-filled game night!
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    • Nayshell
      5.0 out of 5 stars Good clean fun
      Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2025
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      Fun game. Doesn't take long to play and reasonably challenging.
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    • InezHyde
      5.0 out of 5 stars Such much fun for Adult Game night!
      Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2025
      Style: NSFW EditionVerified Purchase
      Bought this to try at my standing adult game night. It was a huge hit, and we laughed hard. I will say that my kids found the inflatable “spank me” club (it got misplaced with the family- safe game) and they have also gotten their share of g-rated laughs out of it. Would love to see expansion packs, because I will be playing this game for years.
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    • Smooth and silky but a bit large for me
      5.0 out of 5 stars Very fun game
      Reviewed in Spain on January 6, 2025
      Style: Poetry for NeanderthalsVerified Purchase
      Easy and fun for all family. Even if you are not a native English speaker it is great for improving vocabulary.
      It can be played in 2,3 or more, u don’t need pairs
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    • Susanne
      5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and easy to pick up
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 29, 2024
      Style: Poetry for NeanderthalsVerified Purchase
      Enjoyable game which all can quickly get to grips with and take part. The stick does deflate and it will be a chore to fix but a patch is included with the box. Has some amercan slang or phrases that would not be able to get to but can add to the fun! Hey batter, batter?! We enjoyed and will pick up to play a lot.
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    • Stellina
      5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastico!
      Reviewed in Italy on February 8, 2024
      Style: Poetry for NeanderthalsVerified Purchase
      Gioco divertentissimo, la mazza gonfiabile rende il tutto ancora più simpatico. Ti mette alla prova perché devi fare attenzione all'usare le parole più colloquiali e rozze possibile. Ottimo gioco per chi studia lingue o linguistica.
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    • Eliza P
      5.0 out of 5 stars Super fun game
      Reviewed in Australia on December 29, 2024
      Style: NSFW EditionVerified Purchase
      Play with family...get grandma to say 'Glass dildo'. Lots of fun and very simple.
      Definitely not for kids.
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    • Ash Hosking
      5.0 out of 5 stars So much fun
      Reviewed in Australia on October 23, 2024
      Style: Poetry for NeanderthalsVerified Purchase
      Great fun for the family to gently use your brain
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