Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
If you love dark, off‑color humor, this expansion gives you plenty more material for the mayhem.
Highlights
- More cards, more laughs
- Simple, fast‑paced rules
- Great for large groups
Keep in mind
- Adult, controversial content
- Not for under‑18s
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Following the wildly successful Kickstarter that turned Cards Against Humanity into a party staple, the designers dropped the First Expansion, a card pack that cranks the chaos up a notch. The core loop stays the same: one player becomes the Card Czar, reads a black card – either a question or a fill‑in‑the‑blank statement – and the rest pick one of the ten white cards in their hand that they think fits best or is the funniest. The Czar shuffles the answers, reads them aloud, and picks the favorite; the owner of that card earns the black card as an “awesome point.” Once a player has at least one point, they may wager it to play two white cards at once, boosting their odds of being chosen. The round ends with the winner taking the original black card and any black cards that were wagered. Play continues until a predetermined score is hit or everyone is exhausted from laughing. This expansion adds 20 new black cards, 80 new white cards, and 12 blank cards for custom creations. It’s a perfect add‑on for anyone who already owns the base game and wants more material to spark hilarity, without altering any rules. Great for parties, friend gatherings, or any setting where dark, edgy humor is welcome, but note the content is adult‑oriented, featuring strong language and controversial references, so it’s not suitable for under‑18s or very conservative groups.
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
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Categories
Families
Publisher
(Self-Published), Cards Against Humanity LLC
Designer
Ben Hantoot, Daniel Dranove, David Munk, David Pinsof, Eli Halpern, Eliot Weinstein, Josh Dillon, Max Temkin
Community
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11,266owners
117wishlist
12want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
How many players can join?
Between 4 and 30 players, perfect for big parties.
How long does a game last?
Roughly 30 minutes, though it can stretch depending on player count and laughter pace.
Do I need the base game to use this expansion?
Yes, the First Expansion works only with the original Cards Against Humanity deck.
What’s included in the box?
20 black cards, 80 white cards, and 12 blank cards for custom creations.
Is it suitable for kids?
No. The content is adult‑oriented, with strong language and controversial themes, recommended for ages 18+ only.
How does the awesome‑point wager work?
After earning a point, you may wager it to play two white cards simultaneously, boosting your chance to win the round.
Do I need a translation to play?
The cards are in English; groups that don’t speak the language will need to translate or use a localized version.