GAME OVER
80’s Arcade Theme

A Murder Mystery Game for 8 – 20 players
One killer. Three victims. Can you and your guests solve the mystery?

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  • Digital Format: Instant PDF Download

  • Characters: 20 Characters Total
    – 8 Primary (2 Female, 2 Male and 4 Gender Neutral)
    – 12 Secondary (2 Female, 2 Male and 8 Gender Neutral)

  • Game Style: Freeplay Mingle Game (no strict scripts to follow)

  • Game Length: Around 2,5 – 3 Hours (but can be flexible to fit your party)

  • The Host can play without knowing the killer beforehand (no spoilers!)

  • Rating: PG-13 (Please note that this story contains some adult themes)

  • Expansion Kit with extra Game Play elements available!

GET READY TO HOST A KILLER PARTY
… and get away with it!

(And yes! You can easily host this game even if you have never done it before!)

Get ready to press start on a killer good time!

This light-hearted, highly interactive 80’s arcade themed murder mystery party game is an evidence-based, multiple-murder mingling game for 8–20 players that you can host right at home!

Welcome to GAME OVER!

Atomic Arcade is glowing brighter than ever. Neon lights pulse. Synth music hums through the speakers. A brand-new machine stands at the center of the room, promising to change gaming forever.

Tonight is the official launch of the Atomic Arcade Championship, where anyone can step up, insert a coin, and compete for the ultimate prize:
A lifetime share of the machine’s earnings.
Not just bragging rights.
Legacy.

But when the first victim drops, the high score suddenly doesn’t feel like the only thing at stake.
As the night spirals into chaos, accusations fly.
Was something sabotaged?
Was the system ever fair to begin with?
And who stands to gain when excitement turns into fear?

By the end of the night, three players will be dead.

And the killer is still inside the arcade.

This game is perfect for a birthday party, game night with friends, a themed 80’s party, or any gathering where you want neon drama, wild accusations, and just the right amount of retro chaos.

Read this out loud for the group when the game begins. This sets the scene and explains the game rules.
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Welcome, everyone! And thank you for stepping into Atomic Arcade, where the neon never sleeps, the synth never stops, and tonight’s high score could make history.

It’s the mid-1980s. Quarters are stacked, joysticks are worn smooth, and Atomic Arcade is buzzing louder than ever. Tonight isn’t just another tournament night… it’s the launch of something new. A never-before-played arcade machine, revealed for the very first time.

One machine. One attempt per player. One winner.

And the prize?
Not just bragging rights.
Legacy.

But as you might have guessed… not everything about tonight is on the up-and-up.

Rumors are already flying. The game may have been rushed. The waitlist is already under pressure. And more than one person in this room has something to gain or something to lose.

Which brings us to the uncomfortable truth:
By the end of tonight, three of you will be dead.

This brings us to the rules of the night: […]

8 Primary Characters:

  1. Roxanne Vega (F) – Arcade Owner

  2. Riley Ray (N) – Investor

  3. Kai Zero (N) – Wildcard Challenger

  4. Jax Neon (N) – Arcade Technician

  5. Nova Storm (N) – Game Developer

  6. Marcus Flynn (M) – Tournament Organizer

  7. Derek Voltage (M) – Arcade Champion

  8. Lydia Sparks (F) – Marketing Manage)

(F = Female, M = Male, N = Gender Neutral – no pronouns used, only the name)

12 Secondary Characters:

  1. Tamara Flux (F) – Former Arcade Partner

  2. Nico Trigger (N) – Newcomer

  3. Jesse Coinwell (M) – Former Tournament Judge

  4. Jordan Kit (N) – Tournament Volunteer

  5. Raster Phase (M) – Former Arcade Champion

  6. Sky Daton (N) – Sponsor Liaison

  7. Dex Synth (N) – Sound & Visual Technician

  8. Lane Vector (M) – Arcade Security

  9. Indie Byte (N) – Retro Game Collector

  10. Victor Pixel (M) – Gaming Journalist

  11. Brandon Static (M) – Arcade Regular & Local Legend

  12. Tessa Circuit (F) – Playtester

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WHAT OTHER HOSTS ARE SAYING

I hosted a murder mystery party this past weekend, and my friends LOVED the game! A lot of them also mentioned they liked the idea that even the murderer does not know their identity because it helped avoid the “stress” of lying and helped them focus more on getting into character. The expansion pack is also helpful because it offers more characters (like the detective), and example scripts for each character. This was helpful for friends who were unsure of what they could say after each murder. There are plenty of gender-neutral characters as well to fit your group and accommodate more people! Would definitely buy again! :)

Everyone had a blast playing this! The directions were wrote out well and even if we had to steer off course it worked out. People we thought wouldn’t get into their characters did. So fun!

Easy to follow instructions, I recommend product.

Really enjoyed this game!
A fun theme with unique clues and developed characters. I like all the different suggestions so you can tweak it to your style.

This was my first time hosting a murder mystery party and it was everything I’d hoped for! This was very easy to navigate through. My guests had such a great time! We were able to figure out the murderer. I’d definitely recommend.

HOW THE GAME WORKS

The game is a Freeplay (mingle-style) murder mystery, which means each guest is assigned a unique character. You’ll send out a Character Guide to every player, filled with secrets, objectives, and relationships that drive the drama.

As the night unfolds, guests mingle in character, ask questions, share clues (or lies!), and try to solve the 3 unfolding murders that happen during the game. At the end, everyone casts their vote for who they think the killer is – right before the dramatic final reveal.

There are no strict scripts to follow and no complex rules, so even first-timers can jump right in!
As the host, you don’t need to memorize anything or stay behind the scenes. My easy-to-follow Host Guide walks you through everything step by step. And yes – you can absolutely play along without knowing who the killer is (or peek at the included spoilers if that’s your jam). The killer is a secret to everyone – even the killer themselves – for a truly immersive, spoiler-free experience.

GET SOME SNEAK PEAKS

Inside the Game Kit You’ll Get:

Host Documents

These make it a breeze to plan and host your murder mystery party!

  • A Host Guide: This includes step-by-step instructions, short tips, a timeline for the party and much more to make it easy for you to host

  • Themed Party Invitation(s): One or more invitations are included in the kit

  • Pre-Game News Article: Send out with the invitations to build anticipation and set the vibe before the party
  • Character Overview: So you can easily assign characters to your guests without spoilers

  • Host Scripts: The Introduction monologue (to be read outloud at game start) + 3 short optional scripts to read after each murder

  • Evidence Walkthrough: Of all the included evidence (optional to read as it includes spoilers and solutions to ciphers or coded text)

Guest Documents

These done-for-you Character Guides and extra material make it super easy for your guest to get into their character and play their part.

  • 8 Primary Character Guides: These are the 8 essential characters in the game and must be in the game for the story to work
    Genders: 2 Female, 2 Male, 4 Gender Neutral
  • 12 Secondary Character Guides: These 12 Characters you can choose to include or leave out. The Characters are written in the same way as the Primary Characters (so noone will know if they’re a primary or secondary character)
    Genders: 2 Female, 2 Male, 8 Gender Neutral
    TIP: If you get the Expansion Kit, you can add unlimited players to the game
  • 3 Ghost Cards: These are small badges and a mini-guide for your guests that gets killed during the party, so they know what to do once they’re killed

  • Evidence Log for Guests: A one-page-log where it’s easy to keep track of the evidence in the game (optional to use)

Gameplay Elements

And ofcourse! There is no murder mystery party without evidence and fun game boosters.

  • Evidence for the 3 murders in the game: For this particular game, there are 17 pieces of evidence included

  • 12 Action Cards: A player can take a card and act out the instructions during the game, to add a bit more fun and drama + Blank Action Cards and a Guide on how to make your own Action Cards (optional for the host to include)

  • Voting Cards: Print these out and let your guests (and yourself) take a guess at the killer and the motives at the end of the game

  • 3 Award Certificates: Players gets much more into it when there is something on the line, so I included these for you

  • THE REVEAL! The Reveal is a pre-written monologue designed to be read by the killer at the end of the game to reveal their motives for each murder (this adds the last touch of drama to the game)

Designed for Suspense and Drama. Built for Real People.

EXPANSION KIT

The Expansion Kit gives you extra clues, gameplay options, and tools to customize the game and keep things dramatic – making it even easier (and more fun) to host a party everyone will remember.

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Host Documents

  • Host Guide: Specific for the Expansion Kit with step-by-step guides, tips and tricks to use the stuff in the Expansion Kit

Guest Documents

  • Detective Character Guide: With this Character you can add unlimited players to the game! You can have guests dress up as “real” detectives or undercover detectives (just ask them to match their costume to the theme of the game) and let the drama unfold! This is great for last-minute and unexpected guests too.

  • Character Prompts: I’ve included Character Prompts for all 20 characters; These includes a short Introduction Script and a short prompt or action to do after each murder (customized for each character) – These will not make the whole game scripted, but make it easier for new players to get into character. They’re optional to use

  • Game Rules for the guests + Slang Guide: You can send this out before the game to everyone, so they know the rules of the game and make it easier to start right away (include the slang guide to add a bit more fun to the game night vibe)

Gameplay Elements

  • Extra Evidence Pack: With 8 pieces of optional evidence to include in the game – More evidence = More drama and speculations!

  • 3 Bonus Plot Twists: 3 ways to customize the game to fit your style of hosting or your guests preferences (a dramatic, a fun, an eerie option)

  • 16 Extra Action Cards: A player can take a card during the game, to add a bit more fun and drama + Blank Action Cards and a Guide on how to make your own Action Cards

  • Alibi Cards: These Alibi Cards can be used as small “prompts” or help for the guests to get into character. All the Alibis includes a small “How-To-Use” note for the player

  • 8 Gossip Notes: These are small snippets of gossip, that can add a touch more drama and fun to the game – you never know if the gossip is true or a lie.

  • Extra Awards: 3 extra Award Certificates and a blank included too

Props and Extras

  • Spotify Playlist: Around a 3 hour playlist that fit the theme of the game

  • Name Tags: For all 20 characters (when everyone is playing someone else, it’s quite handy to have a nametag for everybody)

  • Prop & Decor Ideas: The perfect starting point of inspiration for setting the vibe and get your space ready to host the party game

  • Guestbook: A fun way to get the guests to leave a little note for you as a memento for the night

  • Party Posters: These are some pre-made posters you can use to decorate and set the scene

  • Menu, Snack and Drinks suggestions: Don’t know what to serve? Not a problem, here is a list of themed ideas for your party

WHAT OTHER HOSTS ARE SAYING

It was very fun and gave good step by step instructions.

We used this for my son’s 16th birthday. The kids were so into character, and it was a great night. We had 23 guests. We also purchased the expansion pack. Both provided everything we needed.

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