Planning a game night? Murder mystery games are always a hit! Even with the rise of online virtual games, nothing beats the thrill of a physical board game. Murder mysteries offer exciting whodunits that keep everyone engaged. The genre boasts a vast selection, from family-friendly classics like Clue to more complex games for adults like One Night Ultimate Werewolf.
Top Murder Mystery Games: A Quick Glance
### Clue
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### One Night Ultimate Werewolf
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### Mysterium
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### Exit: The Game – Dead Man on The Orient Express
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### Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective - The Thames Murders & Other Cases
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### Hunt a Killer – Death at The Dive Bar
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### University Games Murder Mystery Party Case Files: Underwood Cellars
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### Deception: Murder in Hong Kong
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### 13 Dead End Drive
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### MicroMacro: Crime City
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### Rear Window
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### Cryptic Killers: Murder of a Millionaire
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### Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game
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With additional input from Hannah Houlihan
Game Details:
Clue
### Clue
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Players: 2-6
A classic! Uncover the killer of Mr. Boddy at Tudor Mansion – determine the weapon and location. A timeless choice for families.
One Night Ultimate Werewolf
### One Night Ultimate Werewolf
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Players: 3-10
A fast-paced, moderator-less werewolf game. Perfect for large groups with minimal downtime.
Mysterium
### Mysterium
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Players: 2-7
A unique twist: one player is a ghost guiding psychics to solve the murder. Engaging and visually stunning.
Exit: The Game – Dead Man on The Orient Express
### Exit: The Game – Dead Man on The Orient Express
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Players: 1-4
An escape room experience in a box. Solve the mystery before the train arrives. Single-play only.
Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective - The Thames Murders & Other Cases
### Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective - The Thames Murders & Other Cases
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Players: 1-8
Step into Sherlock's shoes! Solve 10 intricate Victorian-era mysteries. Challenging and replayable.
Hunt a Killer – Death at The Dive Bar
### Hunt a Killer – Death at The Dive Bar
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Players: 1+
An immersive true crime experience. Solve the murder of bar owner Nick Webster.
University Games Murder Mystery Party Case Files: Underwood Cellars
### University Games Murder Mystery Party Case Files: Underwood Cellars
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Players: 1+
A lengthy, in-depth investigation into the death of a winemaker.
Deception: Murder in Hong Kong
### Deception: Murder in Hong Kong
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Players: 4-12
A fast-paced social deduction game where players assume various roles to solve the murder.
13 Dead End Drive
### 13 Dead End Drive
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Players: 2-4
A competitive game where players try to inherit a fortune after Aunt Agatha's death.
MicroMacro: Crime City
### MicroMacro: Crime City
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Players: 1-4
Solve 16 cases using detailed maps and a magnifying glass.
Rear Window
### Rear Window
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Players: 3-5
A game inspired by Hitchcock's film, with a potential murder mystery twist.
Cryptic Killers: Murder of a Millionaire
### Cryptic Killers: Murder of a Millionaire
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Players: 1-99
A highly-rated series with visual and textual clues, ideal for solo or group play.
Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game
### Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game
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Players: 1-5
A realistic simulation of police work, offering a long-term campaign with interconnected cases.