The Best Murder Mystery Games for a Killer Good Time

Planning a game night? A murder mystery game is always a winner! Even with the rise of online virtual games, nothing beats the thrill of a physical board game. Murder mystery games offer engaging, suspenseful fun for everyone. The genre boasts a diverse selection, from family-friendly classics like Clue to more complex games for adults like One Night Ultimate Werewolf.

Top Murder Mystery Games: A Quick Guide

### 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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This curated selection features some of the best murder mystery board games, perfect for your next game night. While geared towards adults, each offers a unique experience suitable for various player groups. Find the perfect fit for your group's preferences! Which ones have you tried?

Contributions by Hannah Houlihan

Detailed Game Descriptions:

Clue: A classic for 2-6 players. Unravel the mystery of Mr. Boddy's murder by identifying the killer, location, and weapon. A great family game.

One Night Ultimate Werewolf: A fast-paced, moderator-free game for 3-10 players. Solve the werewolf mystery in a single night. Ideal for large groups.

Mysterium: A unique experience for 2-7 players. One player is a ghost guiding psychics (other players) to solve the murder.

Exit: The Game – Dead Man on The Orient Express: An escape room-style game (1-4 players) where you solve a murder on a train. Note: This is a one-time play game.

Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective - The Thames Murders & Other Cases: A challenging detective game (1-8 players) featuring 10 Victorian-era mysteries. Best for ages 12+.

Hunt a Killer – Death at The Dive Bar: An immersive true-crime style game (1+ players) where you investigate the death of a bar owner.

University Games Murder Mystery Party Case Files: Underwood Cellars: A lengthy, in-depth mystery (1+ players) involving a missing winemaker.

Deception: Murder in Hong Kong: A fast-paced social deduction game (4-12 players) where players assume roles like murderer, accomplice, and investigator.

13 Dead End Drive: A classic murder mystery game (2-4 players) with a "Knives Out" feel, involving inheritance and betrayal.

MicroMacro: Crime City: A unique game (1-4 players) with a "Where's Waldo" element, featuring 16 cases to solve using a magnifying glass.

Rear Window: (3-5 players) A game inspired by Hitchcock's film, blending cooperative and competitive elements with a potential murder mystery.

Cryptic Killers: Murder of a Millionaire: A highly-rated game (1-99 players) with a compelling narrative and challenging puzzles.

Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game: (1-5 players) A realistic simulation of police work, offering a long-term campaign with interconnected cases.