How to play in 8 easy steps

Each guest receives a detailed character description in their invitation along with some background information on the party.

This explains how the night is to proceed.

Guests start mingling and verbally sleuthing as they enjoy the party.

Guests get more info and objectives and continue sleuthing as party continues.

Guests review evidence before making final accusations.

Guests guess the murderer and vote for best dressed, best acting, etc.

Investigator reads explanation and host hands out awards.

That's it! No pencils. No scripts. No complicated process. And a "real live murder" at the party! The murder is solved by mingling and sleuthing, allowing everyone to participate fully to the extent that they feel comfortable doing so. This sets the stage for much spontaneity and insures every party is kept lively!