One question I frequently get asked about my murder mystery games is whether the host can play. Read on to discover the different types of game plays, and how you can avoid spoilers for yourself. Just you, your guests, and the mystery of whodunit… More Ideas: 🔗The Perfect Murder Mystery Party: Tips and Tricks for Hosting a Killer Event 🔗 Murder Mystery Party Planning Checklist: Everything You Need To Know Let's dive in! My Evidence-Based Freeplay Murder Mystery Games With my collection of evidence based 10-20 player mingling murder mysteries, there is only one solution and [...]

When planning a party, it's essential to expect the unexpected. Situations like last-minute cancellations, unannounced additional guests, or changes in guest numbers can happen. My games are designed to accommodate varying guest counts, but hosts may face challenges with their guest list. A common question I receive regarding my murder mystery games is how to handle discrepancies in guest numbers and genders compared to the characters. Many hosts find themselves with an excess of men or women. Here, we will explore a few alternatives and recommend the most suitable options for our different games. More Ideas: 🔗The Perfect [...]

Many aspiring detectives and keen investigators often wonder about the duration of a murder mystery party. The truth is, there is no definitive answer. Various factors can influence the length of your party, some of which are beyond your control. Let's explore a few general guidelines, how to accelerate a murder mystery game for a quicker resolution, and ways to extend the party even after the culprit is revealed. More Ideas: 🔗The Perfect Murder Mystery Party: Tips and Tricks for Hosting a Killer Event 🔗 Murder Mystery Party Planning Checklist: Everything You Need To Know Let's dive in! [...]

So, you've got your murder mystery game on lock, the date is set, and the guest list is growing. Now comes the fun part: deciding who plays who! When you have a list of up to 20 options, that can seem a tricky task, so here are a few of my top tips to get you started. More Ideas: 🔗The Perfect Murder Mystery Party: Tips and Tricks for Hosting a Killer Event 🔗 Murder Mystery Party Planning Checklist: Everything You Need To Know Let's dive in! In each game you purchase, the number of characters available [...]

The Reveal - or the denouement is the final main scene of any great murder mystery book, film, or game. It is the moment when the clever detective, whether that is Hercule Poirot, Sherlock Holmes, or you in your own home, gathers all the suspects together to describe what happened and why. It is the time when secrets are revealed, accusations are made, and the killer is brought to justice. Usually anyway. Carrying off this final big reveal is the key to a really successful murder mystery party, as all of your guests make their guesses and discover [...]