Scoop

Published 1953

The object is to completely fill the blank page of a newspaper with stories and advertisements of as high a value as possible. Five daily papers of the times: The News Chronicle, The Daily Telegraph, The Times, The Daily Express, and the Daily Sketch are represented. The total value of the full page can vary considerably according to the individual totals marked on the back of each story card placed on the newspaper blank. Players need to collect/buy 3 cards showing a Reporter, Photographer and a Telephone Call. A call is then made on the supplied cardboard telephone to the Editor, who approves or rejects the story. If approved the player takes the top card from the 'Story' deck and places it on their newspaper page. Copy can be substituted for a higher value as the player attempts to get stories from each of the several categories required. The first player to fill the page wins.

Mechanics

Set Collection

Categories

Economic

Designers

(Uncredited)

Publishers

Editrice Giochi H. P. Gibson & Sons Inc. Miro Company Mondadori Giochi Parker Brothers Verlag Schmidt Zwiebeltürme Waddington's Games
Scoop

Game Info

Players
2-4 Players
Time
45 min
Weight
Light-Medium — 1.5/5
Year
1953
BGG Rating
5.75
BGG Rank
#24414
Min Age
7+

Frequently Asked Questions

Scoop supports 2 to 4 players.
A typical game of Scoop takes about 45 minutes.
Scoop has a complexity rating of 1.50/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Light' category. It is very accessible and great for new gamers.
The recommended minimum age for Scoop is 7+. Younger children may enjoy it with guidance from experienced players.
Scoop has a rating of 5.75/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 146 ratings. It is ranked #24414 overall.
Scoop was designed by (Uncredited). It was published in 1953.