Hitster: Music Bingo

Hitster: Music Bingo

Players
2-10
Best withThe player count this game plays best at.
4 players
Play timeHow long a full game runs once everyone knows the rules.
60 min
AgeThe minimum age printed by the publisher.
16+
ComplexityHow demanding the rules are, from 1 (very light) to 5 (very heavy).
1.0 / 5
Year
2024

About the game

Hitster: Music Bingo turns the popular music-guessing game into a lively bingo format for two to ten players. Spin the disco ball to set the category, scan a card to play a song clip, then guess the decade, artist, or release year: or whether it landed before or after 2000. The first player to complete a row or column across all four categories is crowned Bingo champion.

Hobbli's Notes

We think this spinoff cleverly repackages Hitster's addictive song-guessing hook into a faster, more chaotic party format that's great for bigger groups. It leans heavily on the shared joy of music nostalgia rather than deep strategy, which is exactly the point for a party crowd. Its higher player count and simple bingo structure make it an easy pick for larger gatherings.

What we like

  • Supports up to ten players, great for big parties.
  • Music-guessing hook appeals across generations.
  • Simple bingo structure is instantly easy to learn.
  • Quick song-scanning keeps pace lively throughout.

Keep in mind

  • Relies heavily on players' familiarity with the music.
  • Limited strategic depth beyond music recognition.
  • Requires an active playlist/app setup to function.

Who it's for

Great for parties and family gatherings of music lovers aged 12+, supporting up to ten players.

Mechanics