SCOUT 2019
Designed by Kei Kajino (梶野 桂)
What it is
A very light card game for 2-5 players (~20 min), built around hand management, ladder climbing, score-and-reset game.
Why it matters
A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #107 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played family title.
Mechanics
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How to play SCOUT
SCOUT is a light & easy to learn game (rated 1.4 of 5 for complexity on BoardGameGeek) that plays with 2–5 players, runs about 20 minutes and is aimed at ages 9 and up. It's a Card Game where the core of play revolves around Hand Management, Ladder Climbing and Score-and-Reset Game. A very light card game for 2-5 players (~20 min), built around hand management, ladder climbing, score-and-reset game. A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #107 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played family title.
This is an overview of what to expect at the table — not the rulebook. We link to official rules and tutorials rather than reproducing them.
What players ask about SCOUT
How many players is SCOUT?
SCOUT plays with 2–5 players.
Does SCOUT work with 2 players?
Yes — SCOUT plays 2–5, so it supports a 2-player game (it isn't 2-player-only).
How long does SCOUT take to play?
About 20 minutes per game.
Is SCOUT hard to learn?
BoardGameGeek rates its complexity at 1.4 out of 5 — very light — quick to teach. That's a community weight rating, not our opinion.
What age is SCOUT for?
The publisher recommends ages 9 and up.
Is SCOUT good for beginners and families?
Going by the numbers — a low complexity of 1.4/5 and a 9+ age rating — SCOUT is approachable for newcomers and family play. (That's inferred from its weight and age, not a review.)
What kind of game is SCOUT?
SCOUT is a Card Game game, built on Hand Management, Ladder Climbing, Score-and-Reset Game.
Where to buy SCOUT
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