The Laughing Pig
- Designer Joseph Michel
- Publisher Brevete S.G.D.G. , Dujardin , Éveil & Jeux , Janod Jeux , Jeux Michel
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
In The Laughing Pig, players take turns rolling three dice to assemble their pig piece by piece. You must first roll a 6 to start building, then collect body parts by rolling ones. The first to complete their pig wins. It offers simple set-collection gameplay with a quick, family-friendly pace and humorous animal theme.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is aimed at families and children aged 4 and up. With a short playtime of about 15 minutes, it’s an easy-to-learn family game requiring no prior experience.
How It Works
Players roll three dice and must roll a 6 to claim the pig’s body. Afterwards, each rolled one lets the player add a body part, with two ones needed for the tail. Players continue rolling while they keep getting ones. The goal is to be the first to collect all pig parts.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Joseph Michel in 1932, The Laughing Pig belongs to the animal-themed dice games family focusing on Dice Rolling and Set Collection mechanics. It resembles the game Cootie and is an example of early humorous dice games, though it has no notable awards.
Pro
- Simple and fast dice game
- Suitable for children aged 4+
- Uses set collection mechanic
- Humorous animal theme
Contra
- Limited strategic depth
- No solo mode
- Very short gameplay
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game features a humorous animal theme where players build a pig from individual parts. It has a straightforward, child-friendly setting without complex narrative.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on rolling as many ones as possible to collect body parts quickly.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, The Laughing Pig is designed for 2 to 4 players and does not include a solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
A game takes about 15 minutes, making it very quick to play.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is suitable for children aged 4 and requires no prior gaming experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
The Laughing Pig is similar to Cootie but focuses more on rolling ones for set collection.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, especially for families with young children due to simple rules and short playtime.
What mechanic makes it special?
The game centers on Dice Rolling combined with Set Collection mechanics.
Fazit
The Laughing Pig is perfect for families with young children looking for a quick and simple dice game. It serves well as an introductory game without complex rules.
