Murder Mystery Games Ireland

A murder mystery game is a set of materials designed to help a host run an interactive murder mystery experience. They typically include character profiles, clues, secret information, and instructions that guide players through a fictional crime. The materials may be physical or digital and participants use these materials to uncover evidence, interact with each other, and solve the mystery.

Boxed games are for 9 to 60 or 61 to 120 people.

Downloadable games are for 1 to 15, 16 to 30, 31 to 60, 61 to 120, 120 to 300 or 301 to 600 people.

Absolutely not! No acting experience is required. Players can participate at their own comfort level. If the murder mystery places participants in groups this is even better. The more gregarious players can take the spotlight while the more reserved players can share clues or sleuth away in the background.

Yes, all our games are designed for online play using video conferencing tools, making them suitable for remote teams and virtual parties. We have our own in-house system that lets you share clues and interact virtually.

A good game has a clear storyline, engaging characters, balanced clues, and an easy-to-follow structure that keeps players involved. They are also produced to a high standard of design.

A murder mystery party is a live, interactive event where guests take on character roles and work together to solve a fictional crime. Unlike traditional sit-down games, most murder mystery experiences are more like a theatrical event, with players moving around, interacting, and uncovering clues through conversation. Each participant receives background information and secrets, and the story unfolds as the night progresses. In many games, one guest becomes the victim and another the murderer, while the rest work in teams to investigate and solve the mystery. Even the victim remains involved, helping guide the experience and keep the story engaging.

• Download – Instant download. You print the game materials yourself; nothing is shipped.
• Boxed Game – A professionally printed game delivered to your door, ready to play.
• Premium Edition – An interactive, high-energy murder mystery party game for 6 to 120 players. Requires a friend or professional host to run the event. These games are designed for maximum fun, featuring team-based play, games, and light-hearted activities. One guest becomes the victim and another the murderer, while everyone works together in teams to solve the crime. The “victim” remains involved throughout, adding to the experience. Available in packs for 2–60 or 2–120 players. Choose download or boxed format.
• Dinner Edition – Ideal for smaller groups of 4 to 8 players. A simple, self-run game designed to be played around the dinner table. The host can also participate.
• Custom Edition (Boxed) – A fully customised murder mystery game created for your group size and delivered as a printed boxed set.
• Custom Edition (Download) – A downloadable game with extensive customisation. Choose your own details such as characters, setting, and murder weapon, and receive a tailored set of game materials.
• Virtual Edition – Designed for online play via Zoom, Teams, or similar platforms. Requires a friend or professional host to facilitate.
• Mega Edition – Created for very large groups of over 120 players. Requires a friend or professional host.
• Theatrical Edition – A scripted murder mystery performed in front of an audience. Requires 10 to 20 volunteer actors.
• Time Travel Games – A non-murder experience set in a specific historical period. Requires a friend or professional host.
• Kid's Edition – A non-murder mystery game designed specifically for children. Requires a friend or professional host.
• Party Games – A range of themed party games covering different styles and occasions.

No, but they play the game the same as everyone else. The murderer is a specific character that the host will pick at the start of the night but that person does not know they are the murderer.

Our experience has shown that this is the better strategy. When someone knows they are the murderer they often act "nervous" or "different" and this can cause people to choose them just by how they are acting. We want everyone to enjoy the game whether they are the murderer or not.

Yes!

Our games come with a step by step run sheet that guides you through every part of the game. The murderer is only identified in the full story so you can keep the game spoiler free until everyone finds out.

Our best selling games tend to be Tracy Gang 1920s, Hollywood Scandal, Caribbean Cruise, Wild West, Christmas Capers and Hippie Homicide 1960s.

Our Dinner Edition games are specially designed for small groups of 4 to 10 people in Ireland.

Absolutely, Premium Edition games are designed for up to 120 people and Mega Edition games are suitable for up to 300 people in Ireland.