Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza: Gorilla Cards & Printable Rules Guide

Discover the truth about Gorilla cards, explore official and fan-made printable resources, and learn how to customize your own "Gorilla-style" expansion for this hilarious party game.

Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Exploding Kittens Series Printable Rules DIY Custom Cards

Quick Clarification: Does Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Have Gorilla Cards?

The Confusion Explained

Many players search for "Gorilla cards" in relation to Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza (TCGCP), but this is a common mix-up. The game does NOT contain any Gorilla cards. This confusion stems from its association with the popular Exploding Kittens universe.

Illustration showing Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza cards next to Exploding Kittens Gorilla card

Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Actual Special Cards

Mustache Cards (x14): Visual distraction sticker
Beard Cards (x14): More visual fun
Skip (x3), Reverse (x3), Draw 2 (x3): Action cards
Wild Cards (x3): Match anything

Total Special Cards: 40 | Total Game Cards: 76

Where Gorilla Cards Actually Are

Game: Exploding Kittens (Base Game)

Card Type: Special Attack Card
Quantity: 4 cards in base game
Function: Force any player to draw 2 cards at any time

The confusion likely arises because both games are published by Exploding Kittens Inc.

Exploding Kittens Series Overview

Game	Players	Duration	Key Mechanics
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza (2018)	2-8	10-20 min	Speed, shouting, visual gags (mustaches)
Exploding Kittens (2015)	2-5	15-30 min	Strategy, card attacks (includes Gorilla)
Really Loud Librarians (2020)	2-8	15 min	Shouting, speed (similar to TCGCP)

Creating Your Own "Gorilla-Style" Cards for Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza

Want to add the spirit of a Gorilla card's powerful disruption to your TCGCP game? Here are balanced, fan-made card concepts and printable templates.

DIY Card Concepts

MONKEY

No Shouting Next Round!

All players must be silent for one full round after this card is flipped.

BANANA

Skip Next Card

Target player misses their next flip. Perfect for disrupting a streak.

JUNGLE

Swap Seats!

Everyone changes one seat clockwise. Chaos ensues!

ROAR

No Yelling for 2 Rounds

Pure speed challenge with no vocal cues allowed.

Printing Guide

Design: Use a template (63mm x 88mm, 300 DPI).
Material: 160-200gsm cardstock is ideal for durability.
Print: Use high-quality photo mode, 100% scale.
Cut: Use a paper cutter or scissors. Round corners with a 3-5mm radius for authenticity.
Test: Play a few rounds with 2-3 new cards first to check balance.

Tip: Always get agreement from all players before using house rules or custom cards!

Comparing Exploding Kittens Games: Card Styles & Rules

TCGCP vs. Exploding Kittens at a Glance

Feature	Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza	Exploding Kittens
Core Mechanic	Speed, flipping, shouting	Strategy, drawing, attacking
Special Cards	Mustache/Beard (visual), Skip, Reverse, Draw 2, Wild	Attack (Gorilla, etc.), Skip, Reverse, See Future, Defuse
Player Count	2-8 (better for large groups)	2-5 (base game)
Game Length	10-20 minutes	15-30 minutes
Strategy vs. Chaos	High chaos, low strategy	Moderate chaos, high strategy

Can You Mix The Games?

Official Stance & Community Advice

✓ Yes, mix: Exploding Kittens + Imploding Kittens (same core mechanics).
⚠ Possible but tricky: Exploding Kittens + Tacocat (special promo).
✗ Not recommended: TCGCP + Exploding Kittens (vastly different pace and rules).

Mixing games from the same publisher can be fun, but ensure all players understand the combined rules to avoid confusion.

Printable Resources for the Entire Exploding Kittens Series

Looking for official rules, fan-made expansions, or printable templates? Here are the best places to find them.

Official Source

Exploding Kittens Website

The primary source for rules and videos. Note: They don't offer downloadable PDFs of rules, but you can view them online.

✅ Pros: Authoritative, up-to-date, multiple languages.

❌ Cons: No printable templates for cards.

Visit explodingkittens.com →

Community Hub

BoardGameGeek (BGG) Files

A treasure trove of fan-made content. Search for any game in the series and check the "Files" section for rules summaries, custom cards, and print-and-play kits.

✅ Pros: Vast collection, free, community-rated.

❌ Cons: Quality varies, requires an account.

Explore BoardGameGeek →

Reddit Community & Fan Collections

Subreddits like r/explodingkittens and r/boardgames are excellent for finding shared Google Drive folders with custom card designs, rule translations, and DIY expansion ideas.

Popular Search Terms:

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FAQ About Gorilla Cards & Printable Rules

Q Can I add Gorilla cards to Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza?

Yes, you can create custom cards. However, the original game does not have them. If you design your own "Gorilla-style" card (e.g., a Monkey card that silences everyone for a round), ensure it's balanced and all players agree to the house rule. Start with 1-2 test cards before making a full set.

Q Is it legal to print my own cards?

For personal, non-commercial use, it is generally considered acceptable under "fair use." This means printing a few copies to play with friends at home is fine. However, selling them, distributing them widely, or using official trademarks/artwork for profit is illegal. Always credit the original creators and support them by purchasing official games.

Q Which game should I buy first?

It depends on your group:

Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza: If you have 3-8 players, want a loud, fast (10-20 min), easy-to-learn party game. Perfect for families and large gatherings.
Exploding Kittens: If you have 2-5 players, prefer more strategy and card interactions, and enjoy a slightly longer (15-30 min), suspenseful game.

Both are excellent. TCGCP is often the cheaper and more accessible entry point to the Exploding Kittens universe.

Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza: Quick Rules

Deal all cards face down to players.
Players take turns flipping their top card into a central pile, saying the sequence: "Taco... Cat... Goat... Cheese... Pizza..." in order.
If the card flipped matches the word said, everyone races to slap the pile. Last person to slap takes all cards.
Special cards (Mustache, Beard, etc.) have their own slap conditions (e.g., slap when any Mustache appears).
The first player to get rid of all their cards wins.

Watch the official tutorial

Printable Templates & Downloads

Custom Card Template (PNG)

63mm x 88mm blank card with safe zones for designing your own "Gorilla-style" cards.

Rule Summary Cheat Sheet (PDF)

One-page printable with all special card actions and slap conditions for TCGCP.

Exploding Kittens Series Comparison Chart

Visual guide to help you choose the right game for your group.

Note: These are fan-made resources. Official rules come with the purchased game.

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Enjoy the Game!

Whether you're clarifying rules, printing custom content, or just looking for a fun party game, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza delivers endless laughter. Remember, the goal is to have fun and be silly—much like a gorilla at a pizza party!

This guide is a fan resource. Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza and Exploding Kittens are trademarks of Exploding Kittens Inc. All official assets belong to their respective owners.