- BGG rank
- BGG #7,678
- BGG rating
- 5.8
Outburst!
- 2–99 players
- 60 min
- Complexity 1.2/5
- 1986
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- BGG #12,996
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- 6.4
Outburst Remix!
2004
Rules assistance for Outburst Remix!
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- 2–99 players
- 30 min
- 18+
- Complexity 1.1/5
Rules assistant for Outburst Remix!
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Outburst Remix! is a board game released in 2004 for 2–99 players, 30 minutes per game, and ages 18 and up. It was designed by Brian Hersch and its main mechanics are Team-Based Game.
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About the game
Outburst Remix! is a fast-paced, team-based party game of shouted answers and racing timers—now with a new twist. Building on the classic Outburst! formula, this edition updates the categories and adds a clever strategic element: you don't see the topic before choosing to play or pass. Instead, each card displays a vague headline—like "Dirty Dish?"—hinting at the actual topic (Publications about Celebrities, in this case). Do you take a gamble or hand it to your opponents? Once a team accepts a topic, they have a limited amount of time to shout out as many of the ten listed answers as they can while the timer ticks. Classic categories might include things like Board Games That Use Dice or Songs with Names in the Title. The more answers you hit, the more points you earn. Outburst Remix! retains the wild group energy of the original, but with an added layer of deduction and bluffing thanks to the hidden-topic mechanic. With hundreds of updated and often surprising categories, this version is ideal for players who love energetic party games that blend quick thinking, word association, and chaotic fun. Gameplay is similar to Family Feud—minus the surveys, and with a lot more shouting.
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- Mattel, Inc.
Questions and answers
Outburst Remix! supports 2–99 players according to the catalogue. This range comes from the publisher’s listed player count, so the game can be set up for any group size within it. Some setups, rules and scoring details may still vary by player count, so check your edition’s rulebook for the exact configuration.
The listed playing time for Outburst Remix! is 30 minutes. This is the publisher’s estimate for a full game. The actual duration depends on the group, the player count and familiarity with the rules: first sessions usually run longer, while experienced groups often finish faster. Setup and teaching time are not included in this estimate.
The catalogue lists Outburst Remix! for ages 18 and up. This is the publisher’s recommendation and reflects reading demands, rule complexity and small components rather than theme alone. Younger players can often join with help from an adult, so check the age guidance on your edition and consider your group’s experience with board games.
Outburst Remix! has a complexity rating of 1.1 out of 5 from BoardGameGeek players, which makes it a light game. The rating reflects how much rules knowledge, planning and decision-making a typical game demands. Expect a longer first teach for heavier games, and use a preparation guide before game night.
Outburst Remix! belongs to these categories: Word Game, Party Game, and Trivia. Its main mechanics are Team-Based Game. Categories describe the theme and setting of a game, while mechanics describe what players actually do on their turns. Each mechanic links to a catalogue hub with similar games, which helps when you want something comparable.
The credited designers of Outburst Remix! are: Brian Hersch. These credits come from the published game data and name the people responsible for the game’s design, not its illustrators or publishers. Designer pages on MeepleRules collect other titles by the same designers, which helps when you enjoy a game and want to find similar ones.
The catalogue lists Outburst Remix! as a base game. It can be played on its own with the components in the box and does not require any other title. Expansions, if any exist, add new content or rules on top of it and are listed separately in the catalogue with a link back to this base game.