73

Fluxx is a highly dynamic card game where the rules, including how to draw, play, and win, are constantly changing throughout play, determined by the cards themselves. Its unpredictable nature makes it a game of spontaneous fun rather than long-term strategic planning, with players competing to meet the current, ever-shifting win condition.

73

The Verdict

based on 12 reviews

Positive 0%
Mixed 0%
Negative 0%
Less random than the card game version
Offers more player choices and planning
Simple to learn and quick to play
Enjoyable for families and quick sessions
Good mix of maneuvering and randomness
Pegs often do not stay in pegboards
Can feel somewhat "lifeless" or lack "heart"
90
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Theology of Games, JeremiahArticle

Holiday Fluxx is a fun, lighthearted, and streamlined holiday-themed card game featuring various festivities without the frustrating addition of Creepers. The reviewer recommends it as a cheerful, straightforward addition for families and fans of the series.

90
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CNETArticle

Infinitely replayable. Easy to travel with. Loads of variations.

90
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IGN, Jennifer StavrosArticle

The ever-changing rules in Fluxx make the game something that folks either embrace with joyfulness or sneer at for its chaos. Personally, I’ve found the games to be silly and fun to play.

85
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Ars Technica, Chris LeeArticle

Monty Python Fluxx is a fast, chaotic, and luck-driven card game that serves as a fun icebreaker or casual warm-up, offering lighthearted entertainment even for non-fans.

75
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boardgamecloset, Tim and JimmyVideo

The boardgamecloset reviews Fluxx, a fast-paced card game by Looney Labs characterized by constantly changing rules and goals. They highlight its accessibility for new players and suitability for party settings, concluding it's a game to be enjoyed for its lighthearted nature rather than strategic depth.

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Meeple Mountain, Tom FranklinArticle

People I’ve spoken with who have played Fluxx tend to either love it or hate it. Which is why many of my friends are surprised when I tell them I love Fluxx. Fluxx is more about the players than the game itself, and with the right people, Fluxx is a blast to play.

65
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Tabletop Gaming Magazine, CHAD WILKINSONArticle

Fluxx Remixx adds welcome out-of-turn Surprise cards to the classic chaotic gameplay, though its lack of a distinct theme makes it best suited for purists and collectors.

65
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GamingTrendArticle

Batman Fluxx offers chaotic, unpredictable card-play driven by constantly shifting rules and charming animated-series artwork. While fun in the right doses, heavy reliance on luck and frustrating rule bottlenecks can severely limit strategic planning.

60
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There Will Be Games, WadeMonnigArticle

Dog Fluxx delivers a standard, lighthearted experience true to the classic card game formula, serving as a nostalgic and fun filler for puppy lovers despite lacking deep educational flavor text.

60
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Jesta ThaRogue, Jesta ThaRogueArticle

Firefly Fluxx offers chaotic, highly random card-play that successfully captures the beloved TV show's theme. While heavily luck-dependent, it delivers plenty of fun for fans of the franchise and merits a solid 6/10.

55
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QuirkworthyArticle

The reviewer views Fluxx as more of a design curiosity than a truly engaging game, noting its immense randomness and lack of strategic depth make it a game people rarely request to play again, though it has a clean design.

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Meeple Like Us, Michael HeronArticle

The reviewer strongly dislikes Star Fluxx, calling it an uncontrollable exercise in randomness masked by lazy geek-culture humor that completely lacks meaningful strategic decision-making.

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