Dutch Blitz: Blue Expansion Pack

Dutch Blitz Games Company · Board game · 2012
2–4 · best 4+ 1–15 min Weight 1.4/5
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7.3 rating BGG
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7.3 rating BGG
Our Verdict
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

If you love fast‑paced card mayhem and want to include the whole crew, the Blue Expansion does it effortlessly.

Highlights
  • Simple, effective expansion
  • Supports up to 8 players
  • Guaranteed frantic pace
Keep in mind
  • Needs the Green pack
  • Can get noisy
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About the game

What you do in a play session

The Dutch Blitz Blue Expansion Pack is designed for fans of the original Dutch Blitz who want to crank the chaos up to eight players. It adds 160 new cards, reshuffling the four classic colors (carriage, bucket, pump, plow) so each participant gets a dedicated deck. You can play the Blue pack solo, just like the Green classic, with up to four people, or combine both packs to field 5‑8 players in a single frenzied match. The core mechanic stays the same – each player builds 1‑to‑10 sequences in matching colors while discarding mismatched cards, all in real‑time. A round ends when someone runs out of cards, scores are tallied, and everything resets for the next sprint. The fast‑paced, eye‑tracking gameplay tests reflexes and focus, and with a BGG weight of 1.4 the learning curve is basically non‑existent. The fun spikes dramatically as more friends join the table. If your crew loves quick, noisy, competitive games, the Blue Expansion is the missing piece to turn 15‑minute sessions into full‑blown, controlled mayhem tournaments.

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Best player count

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2–4 players
2 OK
3 OK
4 REC

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Game details

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Categories

Families

Card Games: Shedding / Stops
Publisher Dutch Blitz Games Company
Designer Werner Ernst George Muller

Frequently Asked Questions

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7 questions
How many players can join?
2 to 8 players – play the Blue pack alone for up to 4, or combine it with the Green set for 5‑8.
What’s the typical play time?
Usually 1‑15 minutes, depending on player count and how fast everyone is.
Do I need the base game?
Yes, the Blue Expansion is meant to be used with the original Dutch Blitz (Green).
How complex is the game?
Very low complexity (weight 1.4/5), perfect for beginners and quick fun.
What components are included?
160 new cards in four colors, designed to expand the original decks.
Is it family‑friendly?
Absolutely – the rules are easy and the fast pace keeps kids engaged.
Can the game get noisy?
It can be quite loud as everyone shuffles and slams cards, so consider the setting.

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