Exploding Kittens Kickstarter Insights

The video discusses the success of the Exploding Kittens game on Kickstarter, highlighting its unique approach to crowdfunding by focusing on community engagement rather than just funding. It features insights from Yancey Strickler, CEO of Kickstarter, and explores the challenges faced, such as trademark issues and competition. The creators emphasize the importance of building a crowd and the strategic use of rewards to engage backers.

What is the main objective of the game Exploding Kittens?

• To collect the most cards

• To avoid drawing an exploding kitten

• To finish the game first

• To have the most points

Who are the creators of Exploding Kittens?

• Elan Lee, Shane Small, and Yancey Strickler

• Elan Lee, Yancey Strickler, and Matt Inman

• Yancey Strickler, Shane Small, and Matt Inman

• Elan Lee, Shane Small, and Matt Inman

How much money did Exploding Kittens raise on Kickstarter?

• 10,000 dollars

• 1 million dollars

• 9 million dollars

• 5 million dollars

What is Yancey Strickler's role at Kickstarter?

• Lead Developer

• Marketing Director

• CEO and co-founder

• Chief Financial Officer

What was the primary goal of Exploding Kittens' Kickstarter campaign?

• To create a viral marketing campaign

• To build a community of supporters

• To raise as much money as possible

• To sell the most copies of the game

What unique feature did Exploding Kittens offer to engage their community?

• Random and fun rewards

• Discounted game prices

• Free shipping

• Exclusive online content

What issue did Exploding Kittens face regarding their trademark?

• They were sued for trademark infringement

• They had to pay a large fee for the trademark

• They lost the trademark to a competitor

• They forgot to trademark the name

What problem did the Fidget Cube face after launching on Kickstarter?

• Lack of funding

• Delayed production

• Copycats entering the market first

• Negative reviews

Why do creators like those of Exploding Kittens return to Kickstarter despite the risks?

• To avoid traditional marketing costs

• To engage with a large community

• To test new game ideas

• To receive immediate feedback

What is emphasized more in Kickstarter according to Elan Lee?

• The funding aspect

• The crowd aspect

• The marketing aspect

• The product aspect