Hitster – Musical party fun in various editions
Hitster is the interactive music game that lets you chronologically arrange hits from the past 100 years. Perfect for cozy evenings with friends or family. Open the box, scan a card via QR code, play the clip on Spotify, and post the song to your timeline. The first person to correctly place 10 cards wins!
🌟 Basic games (stand alone, but can also be combined)
All editions below are fully playable independently, but you can also combine them for even more musical enjoyment. Each edition contains approximately 300 music cards and tokens and supports competitive, cooperative play, and various difficulty levels (Original, Pro, Expert).
Hitster Original (2022)
The very first edition of Hitster. Over 300 hits, from classic pop to modern music, giving you a mix of genres and decades. This is the basic edition that launched the series.
Hit star Guilty Pleasures (2023)
All your favorite "schutte" songs together in one game. Secretly, everyone can sing along! Playable as a standalone game or combined with the Original. This edition takes the fun to the next level.
Hitster Summer Party (2024)
The ultimate summer hits in one edition: think feel-good tracks, beach hits, and timeless cycling and festival anthems. Perfect for a summer evening – but also great any other day. Play it on its own or combine it with other editions.
Hitster Schlager Party (2023 – German edition)
Only in German and packed with Schlager hits. Over 300 songs, perfect for those who love German music. Play on their own or combine your cards with other versions (note: box and description in German).
Hitster Chansons Françaises (2024 – French edition)
French-language hits in the spotlight: from Edith Piaf to modern French pop tracks. Playable independently and combined with other editions thanks to identical cards.
Hitster 100% NL (2025 – Dutch hits)
In collaboration with radio station 100% NL , especially for fans of Dutch music. A collection of the greatest hits from the Low Countries – ideal as a standalone game or expansion for the Original or other editions.
🧩 Expansion sets (enrich your collection, requires at least one base game)
In 2025, Jumbo released the first expansion packs—smaller sets of approximately 150 cards, perfect as a supplement to your existing game.
Movies & TV Soundtracks (2025)
Over 150 iconic soundtrack cards from movies and TV shows. Nostalgia and familiarity guaranteed. Only works with a Hitster base game.
Hitster Rock Expansion (2025)
Add 150 legendary rock tracks: from classics to modern rock anthems. Perfect for music fans looking for a more raw sound. Requires a base game.
Hitster Christmas (2025)
Festive Christmas hits and New Year's Eve hits in one set of 150+ cards. Perfect for December, as an expansion to an existing game.
🎯 Special editions
In addition to games and expansions, a unique variant has also been created that deviates from the normal QR card game-like format.
Hitster Music Bingo (2024)
A board game where you play bingo with disco balls and categories. Numbers are scanned via QR code and placed according to bingo principles. For 2-10 players, ages 10 and up.
Hitster Celebration (2025)
A deluxe edition in a tin box with wooden tokens. Includes party anthems, fan-chosen tracks, and over 300 songs. Perfect for festive occasions and collectors.
📊 Summary overview
| Product | Year | Cards | Standalone? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitster Original | 2022 | ~300 | ✅ |
| Hitster Guilty Pleasures | 2023 | ~300 | ✅ |
| Hitster Summer Party | 2024 | ~300 | ✅ |
| Hitster Schlager Party | 2023 | ~300 | ✅ (DE) |
| Hitster Chansons Françaises | 2024 | ~300 | ✅ (FR) |
| Hitster 100% NL | 2025 | ~300 | ✅ |
| Movies & TV Soundtracks (exp.) | 2025 | ~150 | ❌ |
| Rock Expansion (exp.) | 2025 | ~150 | ❌ |
| Christmas Expansion (exp.) | 2025 | ~150 | ❌ |
| Hitster Music Bingo | 2024 | — | ✅ (board game) |
| Hitster Celebration | 2025 | ~300 | ✅ (special) |
📱 How does the game work?
Scan the QR code on a card with the free Hitster app (available for iOS and Android) and play the song on Spotify (Free works, but Premium is recommended). Then, post the card to your personal timeline based on your guess of the release date. If you guess correctly, you keep the card, and then it's the next player's turn. The first player to get 10 cards correctly wins. Playing levels range from 'Original' to 'Expert' and Cooperative :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}.
👨👩👧👦 Who is Hitster suitable for?
Suitable for players aged 16 and up (Music Bingo for ages 10 and up), for groups of 2 to 10 players. It's ideal for music lovers, parties, game nights, or family get-togethers. The simple rules make it accessible, while the variety and difficulty levels provide a challenge for both casual and dedicated players.
🛍️ Where do you buy Hitster?
At De Spelletjes Vrienden, we have all the aforementioned editions and expansions in stock. We offer both the base games and the expansions and special editions. Ordering is easy in our webshop, with fast delivery and competitive prices.
Want to read reviews or learn more about the game and the community? Check out Hitster's page on BoardGameGeek .
🎉 Tips for even more fun
- Combine editions — add Guilty Pleasures or Summer Party to the Original for greater variety.
- Speed mode — give players about 10 seconds per map.
- Team battles — compete against each other in teams (ideal for 6 players or more).
- Tournament mode — play multiple rounds and keep score for longer play sessions.
📌 So
Hitster continues to grow with regular new editions and expansions. The combination of nostalgia, music, and simple yet addictive gameplay makes it a favorite among many. Whether you enjoy summer hits, guilty pleasures, Dutch music, or film soundtracks, there's a Hitster version for you.
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