Quick answer
If you already own Get the MacGuffin, grab Fist Bump to add a lighthearted promo twist. If you play Zombie Fluxx, especially an early edition, Zombie Boss fills a gap and adds a thematic card. For a quick party card game comparison, Fist Bump suits fans of MacGuffin, while Zombie Boss is the better pick for Zombie Fluxx players.
Zombie Fluxx
What each promo card actually does
Fist Bump and Zombie Boss are not standalone games. Fist Bump is a promo card made in 2018 to promote Get the MacGuffin, and it includes a reminder to always leave a Tomb when dealing. Zombie Boss began as a promo for a wooden Zombie Fluxx box and was later added to the game itself, but early first-edition copies may lack it. Both are small, inexpensive additions that change how an existing deck plays.
How they change game night
Fist Bump leans into the social, silly side of party card games for adults. It works best when your group already enjoys the fast back-and-forth of Get the MacGuffin. Zombie Boss adds a thematic boss card to Zombie Fluxx, which can create a new goal or obstacle. Neither card works as a full game on its own, so your choice depends on which base game your group already plays.
Where Polish Zombie Fluxx fits in
If you want a complete Zombie Fluxx experience without hunting for promo cards, Polish Zombie Fluxx is a licensed edition with a different box but the same standard Zombie Fluxx deck inside. It is a straightforward way to get the full game, and you can still add Zombie Boss separately if you want the promo. For groups new to Zombie Fluxx, starting with a full edition is simpler than collecting individual cards.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Fist Bump: social silliness vs. narrow use: Fist Bump is a light promo that only works with Get the MacGuffin. It adds a playful moment but does nothing for other games. Choose it if your group already plays Get the MacGuffin regularly.
- Zombie Boss: thematic depth vs. edition hunting: Zombie Boss enhances Zombie Fluxx with a boss card, but if you have a first edition without it, you need to buy it separately. Newer editions already include it. Check your Zombie Fluxx edition before buying; if you lack the card, this is a cheap fix.
- Polish Zombie Fluxx: complete game vs. duplicate deck: Polish Zombie Fluxx gives you a full Zombie Fluxx deck in a different box. If you already own Zombie Fluxx, this is a duplicate unless you want a spare or prefer the box. Buy it if you need the base game; skip it if you already have Zombie Fluxx and only want the promo.
Key product facts
- Fist Bump: Promo card made in 2018 to promote the release of Get the MacGuffin. Best for players who already own Get the MacGuffin and want an extra card that fits that game's style.
- Zombie Boss: Originally a promo card for a wooden Zombie Fluxx box, later added into the game itself; still available for first-edition owners. Useful if you have an early Zombie Fluxx edition missing this card, or if you want the original promo version.
- Polish Zombie Fluxx: Polish Zombie Fluxx uses standard Zombie Fluxx art inside, with different box art and engineering, licensed by Black Monk Games. A complete way to get Zombie Fluxx if you do not already own a copy, and it pairs with Zombie Boss.
Which should you choose?
Best for
- Fans of Get the MacGuffin who want a lighthearted promo card.
- Zombie Fluxx players with an early edition missing Zombie Boss.
- Groups looking for quick party card game comparison options under $1.
Not for
- Players who do not own the base games these promos support.
- Groups wanting a complete standalone game experience.
- Anyone expecting these cards to work with unrelated card games.
