What do you need to know about murder mystery games?

1. How to Host a Murder Mystery Game – For tips on how to host a murder mystery game, there are plenty of online resources available. Consider looking at Murder Mystery Party Kits or searching online for ideas to help choose a theme and create the right atmosphere. 2. What to Include in the Set-up – Depending on the chosen theme, consider elements such as a case file, music, decorations, clues, props and costumes. 3. How to Set the Scene – Determine the time, date and location of the murder mystery game and decide who will play what roles in the mystery. 4. Develop the Plot – Think of a basic storyline and identify where and how the murder takes place. Don’t forget, supply everyone with a script of their part in the mystery so they know how to react. 5. Assigning Suspects and Testing Their Alibis – Assign players their characters and alibis for the night. As the game progresses, interrogate each suspect to determine how much they know about the murder. 6. Running the Investigation – Take your time in the investigation to allow for more in-depth play. Encourage sleuthing skills, such as checking for fingerprints, searching for evidence and listening carefully to the suspects’ responses. 7. Solving the Mystery – Work with all of the players involved to formulate a solution to the case. During this phase, the players will reveal their own secrets and any additional facts they have learned that may shed further light on events at the time of the murder. Finally, one player will step forward and act as the detective to state the solution to the case and name the murderer. 8. Wrap Up – Finally, reward the player who acted as the detective, present participation awards or certificates to those who solved other parts of the mystery, and thank everyone for playing.