There are so many murder mystery games out there on the market that it can feel impossible to know which one to go for. Whether you are a dedicated detective, an aspiring sleuth, or a first-timer in it purely for the fun, here are a few tips to help you find the perfect game for you!
1 – Think about who you want to invite
The first and arguably most important decision you have to make is who will be at your murder mystery event. Each game will have a required or suggested number of players varying from very few to groups of up to 20.
Knowing how many guests you will invite will help you narrow down your options, and may help a great deal in other ways. If you are inviting your girl mates for a retro 90s sleepover, you will likely pick a different game than if you were celebrating your grandad’s 80th with your family.
Remember to be flexible with your numbers as well. One of your guests could get a last minute cold, win the lottery, or have some other fabulous and utterly true reason why they cannot make your party. This is why all of our games give you as much flexibility as possible.
2 – Choose your favourite theme
The theme is really where the fun comes in. Think about whether you want to pull on elbow length gloves and throw a Bridgerton-style ball, get out the neon sweat bands for a 1980s party, or don a bucket hat and party like it’s the 90s again!
For a truly magical night our Hogwarts-inspired murder mystery is sure to charm your guests, or you can go classic with a 1930s style manor house murder. It really is up to you! Consider the kind of costumes you might want to wear and the sort of event you are throwing to help you decide.
3 – Check out the extras
Along with each of our games we offer a variety of exciting extras, including decoration tips and tips to keep the party going. Our mingling evidence based mysteries, for instance, include truth or dare cards that you can finish using after the game is over.
Meanwhile, games such as our 90s house party a Clueless Killer includes suggestions like spin the bottle and how you can create a themed goodie bag for your guests to take home.
4 – Consider the difficulty level
One of the aspects of Sisters Grimm Games is that each is carefully crafted to be easy to play for beginners while not being too simplistic. You will find that you have to pay careful attention if you want to find the killer, but having a good time is impossible to avoid!
Other games out there may promise to be tough to solve, but they can be hard to get into for first timers and people who prefer to dress up and have a laugh. Our games promise the best of both worlds.
5 – Check the reviews
One of the best ways to know whether a game is the right fit for you is to check out the reviews. We love nothing more than seeing pictures and hearing about your own experiences, and reviews are a key indicator of what a game is really like for you. With over 100 5* reviews like this one, we are hugely grateful that so many of our customers think our games are killer!
‘Over the years we have done so many murder mysteries. This was THE BEST format we have ever done! The setup and so much easier than other companies. It had such great touches like the truth or dare cards and the steal the spotlight! I would highly recommend this murder mystery!!! 10/10!’
Kristen on 29 May, 2023