Startups

Startups is a fast, tactical investment game for 3–7 players where reading your opponents matters as much as the cards you play. Six companies are up for grabs — but only the largest shareholder in each can withdraw money. Play cards openly to stake your claim, but keep three hidden to bluff, surprise, and outmanoeuvre the table.

Each round, players simultaneously reveal and place cards to build their holdings in each company. The tension comes from what you can see and what you can't — knowing when to commit to a company and when to pivot is everything. It's quick to play, but the decisions are sharp throughout.

What's good?

• Plays up to 7 — one of Oink's best options for larger groups
• Hidden cards create genuine bluffing and reading-the-table tension
• Compact Oink Games box — plays big for its size
• Fast 20-minute play time — easy to replay immediately

Who is it for?

• ✔ Groups of 3–7 who enjoy light strategy with a social, deductive edge
• ✔ Fans of bluffing and hand management games
• ✔ Anyone looking for a quick but satisfying filler between longer games
• ✖ Not suited to 1–2 players or those who prefer purely luck-free strategy

Standalone game — no other products required to play.

Pair with: Oink Games — more brilliantly compact titles in the same tiny-box format.