A Two-Year Brainchild of Lee and Ferriss
This isn’t some slapdash collab. Coyote sprouted from a chat between Exploding Kittens’ co-creator and CEO Elan Lee and Ferriss, sparked when Lee guested on The Tim Ferriss Show—a podcast with over a billion downloads. Ferriss, the bestselling author and entrepreneur, had a itch to design a game, and Lee, the mastermind behind Exploding Kittens, was all in. “What started as a conversation about game design turned into a two-year journey to create Coyote together,” Lee says. Their goal? A game that’s a breeze to learn, packed with twists, and a total riot to play.
Ferriss chimes in: “Years ago, Poetry for Neanderthals made me laugh until I cried. Eventually, I started to wonder: ‘Could I make a game that’s just as simple and fun, but that might also make you smarter?’ I floated the idea with Elan, and so the adventure began.” Mission accomplished—Ferriss is thrilled with the result, and honestly, so are we.
Coyote: Rock, Paper, Scissors on Steroids
Picture this: Rock, Paper, Scissors, but with 20 gestures—think “Howling Coyote” or “Sneaky Fox”—and a table-banging rhythm you’ve got to keep up. For ages 10+, it’s a 10-minute blast where players either compete to outwit each other or team up to survive. Sabotage is fair game—steal a gesture, throw off the beat, watch the chaos unfold. Each round ramps up the stakes, blending strategy with pure silliness. It’s got that Exploding Kittens DNA—simple rules, big laughs, and a sneaky edge.
Where and When to Snag It
Coyote hits Walmart’s toy aisle tomorrow, March 23—perfect timing for spring break shenanigans. At $9.97, it’s wallet-friendly enough to impulse-buy. Amazon and Target shoppers, hang tight—it’s trekking their way by July. Want the full scoop or a how-to? Check explodingkittens.com or Ferriss’ demo vid online. Early buzz on X (like @TabletopTom’s March 20 post) is hyped—folks are already calling it a party must-have.
Why It Matters
Shoaib, this is more than a game drop—it’s a bright spot in a toy industry wrestling with tariffs and layoffs (looking at you, Mattel’s 120 cuts). Ferriss’ star power and Lee’s knack for viral hits could make Coyote a sleeper hit, especially at that price. Collectors, this might be one to grab early—who knows if it’ll spark a cult following like Exploding Kittens did. So, what’s your play? Snagging it for game night, or waiting for reviews? Drop your thoughts—this one’s got paws-itive vibes written all over it!
