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Frequently Asked Questions

Chloe, the creator of Oopsy Poopsy!
  • What is Oopsy Poopsy, Litterbox Edition??​

  • It is our newest member to the Oopsy Poopsy Game family.

  • The gameplay is very similar to our original version.

    • There is ONE game rule change, and we've updated the website to include this change for the Puppy version as well.​

  • It has 24 unique and professionally drawn CATS!  (each with a special name)

  • It has been officially released as of October 30, 2024!!!!

  • It is available right MEOW!

  • What is so unique about this game?

    • It's not just ONE thing, but more a combination of things:

      • The inception was the brainchild of...well, a child​.  lol

      • The game play and concept are original as players must (are strongly encouraged to) call out different phrases and make gestures during the game play.

      • The audible interaction not only helps people break out of their shells, but it also helps break any tension when players are just getting to know each other.

      • This game has brought people together, turning strangers and acquaintances into friends.

      • This game plays well with a mixture of kids, adults, older adults, hardcore boardgame and tabletop gamers, Gen Xers, Gen Zers, Baby Boomers, Millennials, Gen Alfas, Homo-sapiens, etc.

      • This game has inspired other kids to design their own games!

      • This game is visually-impaired and color-blind friendly.

      • This game meshes well with MOST subcultures.  (Cat people may not be fans)

        • Don't worry feline friends!  Oopsy Poopsy, Litterbox Edition has finally arrived!!

  • How can I buy this game?

    • The original 100 decks sold out within 2 weeks.

    • Our next order of 1,000 decks met the same fate.

    • Our NEW version (Oopsy Poopsy, Litterbox Edition) is finally here!!

    • We hope to restock the original puppy version after the Kitty version gets off the ground. 

    • Buying options include:

      • Online via our website ​& secure payment system as product becomes available

      • Local residents can message us through our website to arrange a meet up/exchange

  • Do we actually HAVE to say, “Oopsy Poopsy!, Squirrel!, Here puppy, puppy!, and Puppy stay!” to play the game?  Can't we just NOT say it?

    • We obviously cannot force anyone to have extra fun or significantly increase the chances of laughing out loud by saying the funny phrases; however...

      • they are an excellent way of stepping out of your comfort zone, letting go, and having fun!

      • it's hilarious to watch the creative ways your old/new friends personalize the sayings and gestures.

      • they really make the game more fun and enjoyable, especially for any spectators!

      • they alert players of what is happening in the game. Remember you may have a plan, but another player's lead may alter that plan!

  • What is this yard that you speak of?

    • The YARD is the area immediately in front of a player where their puppies are placed.

  • Can a person draw from the discard pile?

    • Short answer is, "No."

    • Oopsy Poopsy is a “PLAY FROM HAND" and then "DRAW TO REFRESH" type of game.

      • Picking from the draw pile is forbidden!

    • Now the longest answer is, "Depends on how cut-throat you want it."

      • In the instructions download, there is a version listed under "Alternative Game Play Options" that incorporates taking cards from the discard pile, but only under special situations.  Still, our preference is for the REGULAR, GAME-TESTED game play that DOESN'T allow it.

  • What happens when a player forgets to replenish their hand?

    • This style of play can take some getting used to, so when this happens, simply allow that player to refresh their hand as soon as they notice.

    • There is a more cut-throat version where it's more, "Too bad, so sad!"  You can find this version of play in the "Alternative Game Play Options" section of the instructions download.

    • A more common occurrence is when a player forgets the gameplay and accidently draws a card at the beginning of their turn. When this happens, call them a "cheater-pants" and have them put it in the discard pile.

  • When someone plays a Squirrel or Bone card, do I HAVE to play a Stay?

    • Nope!  Stay cards are always optional and sometimes a key ingredient in a person's game strategy.

  • Does playing the Stay card count as an action or turn?​

    • Not at all!  Because the Stay card is only used to counter the Squirrel and Bone cards, it's never played during your own turn.  Pretty cool huh?

  • Is the Perfect Collar card kind of like a wild card?

    • Yes.  Yes it is.  It has all three charms and goes with any color puppy.

    • In the instructions download, there is a version listed under "Alternative Game Play Options" that involves the Perfect Collar card that some people find fun.

  • Why do some puppies have a T-bone steak in their mouths?

    • They are not interested in Bones (because they already have a steak. Get it?) so they will NEVER be lured into another player’s yard by a Bone.  Think of these puppies as "Bone-Immune."

  • Why do some puppies have a black leather jacket and dark shades on?

    • ​​They are way too cool to chase Squirrels so will NEVER become lost chasing one.  Think of these puppies as "Squirrel-Immune."​

  • What happens to my puppy when someone tosses a Squirrel card on it?

    • Well, if you DON'T use a Stay card on it right away, it becomes LOST chasing a squirrel.

    • It stays in your yard, but now has a squirrel card placed sideways on top of it.

    • It also doesn't count as one of the required puppies needed to win the game.

    • You can overcome this by placing an additional puppy in your yard for every lost puppy.

      • I.e. You have 1 lost puppy, so you place 1 additional puppy to compensate for it.

      • I.e. You have 2 lost puppies, so you place 2 additional puppies to ​compensate for it.

    • You could also play a Dog Whistle Card (on your next turn) to find your lost puppy and make it count again.

  • How many Squirrel cards can be in a player's yard?

    • In regular game play, a maximum of only 2 Squirrels can be in a player's yard at any time.

    • ​In the instructions download, there is a version listed under "Alternative Game Play Options" that increases the maximum number of squirrels.

  • When my puppy becomes lost chasing a squirrel, is it still my puppy?

    • Yes!  It is still your puppy, BUT it does NOT count as one of your puppies in your yard.

  • How do I find MY lost puppy?

    • ONLY with a Dog Whistle card.​

  • Can I find ANOTHER player's lost puppy?

    • Yes, but ONLY with the Pet Carrier card.  These cards are very rare, so it may not happen too often.

  • Can I use a Pet Carrier card to find MY lost puppy?​

    • No. ​The Pet Carrier and Dog Whistle cards are NOT interchangeable.

  • Can someone counter the Pet Carrier card?​

    • Nope!  You can't say, "Stay!" to a lost puppy.​

  • Does the game sometimes seem to start off slow?

    • Most players will spend a few turns building their hands before finding a puppy/collar match.

    • Number of players and experience levels will have an impact on the speed of each turn.  

      • During a 2-player game it may take longer before a puppy/collar is in play

      • New players may take longer to choose an action on their turn

    • As players learn the game, the turns become faster and faster.

    • Regardless of experience levels, the game will ramp up quickly.

    • The more players, the sooner the game kicks off and the faster it ramps up.

  • Did your 5-year-old daughter really invent this game?​

    • Yes!  You can view the history of the game on this video.

    • We developed the game play with a few coworkers over a 3-month period, but every change was Chloe-approved before it was implemented.

    • Quite honestly, this game would not exist if not for Chloe's imagination and hard work drawing out the cards on over 50 sticky notes completely by herself.

    • The name changed a few times before getting manufactured:

      • The original game name was "Color Puppies" (the game has colorful puppies in it)

      • The next name she came up with was "I Want Puppies" (the object of the game is to collect puppies in your yard)

      • After weeks of discussion, we came up with the current name, "Oopsy Poopsy!" and never looked back.

    • The card art in the newest version is her actual drawings (digitally colored by dad)!​

    • ​Her original deck had a Toy card that was eventually replaced by a Bone card after we addressed a problem designing a Special Puppy that would be immune to a Toy card.  The Bone card just made more sense, and she agreed.

  • Is this game for kids or adults?​

    • Yes and yes!  Kids love it.  Teens love it.  Young adults love it.  Older adults love it.  In fact, we've even received letters that senior citizens enjoy it because of the colors and easy-to-read large text.​  We've also played it with nearly every age group we could find and taken it to gaming conventions and played with hardcore gamers.  This is how we know it truly is for EVERYONE!

  • Will I enjoy this game?​

    • We think so as 99.8753% of everyone who has ever played it, ends up loving and wanting to have it.  It's kind of what started this whole journey to create and sell Oopsy Poopsy!​

Chloe giving you a thumbs up for liking her game
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