{"title":"Oink Games","description":"\u003cp\u003eOink Games is a Japanese publisher founded in 2012, known for compact box designs and rules-light gameplay that packs strategic depth into small packages. The Tokyo-based studio has earned international recognition for accessible yet clever mechanisms that work equally well with families and hobby gamers, often featuring distinctive minimalist art and components that fit in a pocket. \u003cstrong\u003eScout\u003c\/strong\u003e exemplifies their approach: a fast ladder-climbing card game where players can't rearrange their hand, forcing creative set-building and a show-versus-take tension that unfolds in 15 minutes. This title suits groups of 2–5 players looking for a portable game that teaches in minutes but rewards repeat plays with emergent tactics.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"scout","title":"Scout","description":"\u003cp\u003eScout is a compact strategic game from Manfred Ludwig that plays in just 10 minutes. Players navigate a modular board using point-to-point movement, making tactical decisions that balance speed with positioning. The simplicity of the mechanics belies the depth of choice available in each turn.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginally published in 1985 by Oink Games, Scout accommodates 2 to 4 players and unfolds quickly enough for multiple rounds in a single session. The modular board ensures variability between games, while the point-to-point movement system keeps decisions crisp and consequential. Jun Sasaki's artwork complements the streamlined gameplay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a complexity weight of 1.4, Scout delivers accessible strategy without overwhelming newer players. The blend of spatial reasoning and tactical planning creates engaging moments whether you're playing head-to-head or with a full group of four.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oink Games","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58386550849920,"sku":"4571394092583","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9505\/7536\/files\/OK-SS2_Scout.jpg?v=1783178354"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9505\/7536\/collections\/18505129-oink-games-inc_1.png?v=1783636161","url":"https:\/\/mpgames.io\/collections\/publisher-oink-games.oembed","provider":"MPGames","version":"1.0","type":"link"}