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Best Murder Mystery Game Kits, Boxed or Downloadable

Author: Murder Mystery  Date: 22 March 2025

What is the best murder mystery game?

You are searching for the world's best murder mystery games. They must be immersive, include interactive elements like unsolved case files, crime scene photos, suspect interviews and newspaper clippings. Here is everything you need to dish up mystery, murder, and fun with over 3 hours of totally interactive entertainment that will make the ultimate dinner party or night of mystery.

Our best murder mystery games:

Our 1920s murder mystery game Tracy Gang 1920s is by far our best seller but all our murder mystery game kits have a lot to offer. Typically, the best murder mystery games we offer are the ones that come in a boxed as well as downloadable format.

You can choose from our various themes because they can all be played face to face in person or online as a virtual murder mystery game or murder mystery online games.

These are our best boxed and downloadable murder mystery games:

Our other murder mystery games (downloadable only):

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Murder mystery games for teens and tweens

Do you have murder mystery games for teens?

Totes. We maintain a list of all of our murder mystery sets that have no adult themes. See below.

Do you have murder mystery games for tweens?

100% yes. Your tweens can enjoy all the same murder mystery games we have for teens but we also have non-murder mystery games that your tweens might enjoy more.

• This is our list of murder mystery games for teens and tweens:
  • Star Wars Strangulation – A thrilling sci-fi murder mystery perfect for teens who love intergalactic adventures.
  • Disney Disaster – A magical mystery where teenagers can step into a fantasy world filled with iconic characters.
  • Double Agent Disaster – A spy-themed whodunit where teens must uncover double agents and secret plots.
  • Medieval Madness – Teens travel back to the dark ages to solve a murder in the midst of knights, castles, and the Black Plague.
  • Facebook Fatality – A modern-day mystery for tech-savvy teenagers, set in the world of social media and online drama.
  • Hollywood Scandal – Perfect for teens who dream of fame and fortune—uncover the dark secrets of Hollywood's elite.
  • Outback Ordeal – A murder mystery set deep in the Australian outback, ideal for adventurous teens who love a challenge.
  • Christmas Capers – A festive mystery where teenagers must solve a crime at Santa’s workshop in the North Pole.
  • Australian Capital Assassination – A unique political murder mystery that makes history fun for teens.

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Murder mystery games for adults

Do you have murder mystery games for adults?

Of course, with the exception of our games labelled for children, all of our murder mystery games are the best murder mystery games for adults. Top rated murder mystery games for adults need to find the right balance. They have to be hard enough that they are a challenge to solve but not too hard especially if your adult guests have had a few drinks. Our murder mystery game kit for adults gets that balance right and you can go for a less adult theme like Disney Disaster right up to our most adult theme Bogan Bride and the Billionaire. Murder mystery games adults are a great source of entertainment for a great night.

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Murder mystery games for small groups

Do you have murder mystery games for small groups?

Yes! Our small group murder mystery game options are as flexible as possible.

Our Dinner Edition games are the most flexible games for small groups. They use 4 to 8 characters but you can leave out up to 4 of those characters. This style of murder mystery group games would definitely suit a murder mystery game for 4, a murder mystery game for 6 or a murder mystery game for 8 people. If you want a murder mystery game for 10 players or a murder mystery game for 12 people then our Premium Edition games are what you want.

So, you can have murder mystery games for 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 or 15 players or people. Our Dinner Edition games suit 4 to 8 players while our premium edition murder mystery games are for 2 to 15 players. So yes we have murder mystery games for 2 and murder mystery games for couples.

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Murder mystery games for large groups

Do you have murder mystery games for large groups?

Yes! We offer murder mystery games for large groups. All of our game themes are available in sizes that accommodate up to 60 guests, you can also extend this to 60 to 120 players. If you're planning an even bigger event, we have a special Mega Edition version of our popular Tracy Gang 1920s themed murder mystery game, which is designed for 120 to 300 participants. This makes it perfect for corporate events, fundraisers, conferences, or any large gathering where you want to create a fun and engaging experience.

Entertaining a large group with a murder mystery game offers many benefits. It encourages social interaction and helps break the ice among attendees, making it ideal for networking events or team-building activities. Participants work together to solve clues, fostering engagement, communication, and problem-solving skills. Plus, a well-structured game ensures that everyone is involved, preventing boredom and creating a lively atmosphere. Whether you're hosting a formal event or a casual get-together, our large-group murder mystery kits provide a unique and memorable experience that keeps guests entertained from start to finish.

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Murder mystery games at home

Do you have home mystery games?

Certainly, Wine, Dine, and Crime is the perfect murder mystery game for home, combining the pleasures of fine dining with the intrigue of a thrilling whodunit. This game immerses players in a sophisticated vineyard setting where the CEO of a major wine manufacturer is murdered, and it’s up to your group to solve the crime. Whether you’re hosting a murder mystery game night at home or looking for an exciting murder mystery game to play at home, Wine, Dine, and Crime delivers 3 hours of entertainment, drama, and mystery.

As one of the best murder mystery games to play at home, Wine, Dine, and Crime allows you to bring the thrill of a murder mystery at home game directly to your living room. The game’s unique setting of a wine production facility make it an ideal choice for an at home murder mystery game. The cock fights and slack staff (watching Taylor Swift on Netflix) will keep guests hooked from the first clue to the final reveal. Whether you’re hosting a small dinner party or a large gathering, Wine, Dine, and Crime ensures that your mystery games at home are unforgettable.

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Free delivery

Do you offer free delivery for your murder mystery games?

Yes of course. We ship free of charge anywhere in the United Kingdom, USA, Canada, Netherlands, South Africa, New Zealand or Australia or you can enjoy an instant printable download.

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I need to find event suppliers for my murder mystery party. Who do you recommend?

We really recommend https://projectparty.com.au/ to help you find your event supplies.

We also recommend https://www.heavencostumes.com.au/ to help you find great party costumes.

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Virtual murder mystery games

Do you have online virtual murder mystery games like a Zoom murder mystery online game free from the hassles of social distancing?

OMG yes! Our one-of-a-kind system allows you to solve murder mysteries online like never before, letting you instantly share clues and information with players across the globe. Whether you’re diving into murder and mystery games online with friends or hosting a thrilling murder mystery party online for work, our unique platform makes it easy to collaborate in real time. Work in teams over video software like Zoom, Teams or Google Meet and analyse evidence, uncover the truth and engage in whodunnit online interactive mystery games online.

our interactive online murder mystery game system revolutionises how players engage with clues, making it the most immersive and advanced option for murder mystery solving games online. Compete with others, test your detective skills, and experience the thrill of a true mystery online game as you work in teams to solve an horrific murder. If you love fun murder mystery games online, get ready for the ultimate whodunit game online—where every twist and turn brings you closer to solving the case!

• These are our murder mystery games available as virtual online games:
  • Eighties Extermination (1980s Murder Mystery Game) – Solve a crime set in the era of heavy metal and iconic movies.
  • Hippie Homicide (1960s Murder Mystery Game) – Unravel a murder at Woodstock with music, mud, and mayhem.
  • Hollywood Scandal – Step onto the red carpet and expose the deadly secrets of the stars.
  • Haunted Horrors – A chilling mystery set in Nosferatu’s haunted castle.
  • Bogan Bride and the Billionaire – A hilarious wedding night turns deadly.
  • Caribbean Cruise – Pirates, treasure, and betrayal on the high seas.
  • Christmas Capers – A festive murder mystery set in Santa’s workshop where you are an elf and a detective.
  • Custom Made Murder Mystery Game – A fully personalised virtual murder mystery experience.
  • Tracy Gang (1920s Murder Mystery Game) – Enter the dangerous world of gangsters and flappers.
  • Wild West – Cowboys, outlaws, and duels in a frontier town.
  • Large Groups (up to 300 people) – A scalable mystery experience for big teams.
  • AFL Assassination – A sports-themed mystery perfect for footy fans.
  • Australian Capital Assassination – Solve a political mystery in Australia's history.
  • Disney Disaster – A fairy tale world filled with mystery and intrigue.
  • Double Agent Disaster – A spy-thriller murder mystery with espionage and double-crosses.
  • Facebook Fatality – A modern-day murder mystery in the world of social media.
  • Farming Fatality – A rural murder mystery with an agricultural twist.
  • Hens Night Bachelorette – A fun and deadly mystery for a girls’ night in or an all female murder mystery game.
  • Masquerade Ball Brutality – Elegant costumes hide sinister secrets and is the ultimate whodunnit.
  • Medieval Madness – The Black Plague, knights, and a deadly conspiracy.
  • Outback Ordeal – A murder mystery set deep in the Australian outback.
  • Poker Poisoning – A high-stakes card game where someone doesn’t play fair.
  • Ronald Frump – The first murder mystery played on live radio, now available virtually.
  • Serial Slaughter – A chilling dive into the world of serial killers.
  • Soap Opera Slaughter – Drama and deception on the set of a hit TV show.
  • Star Wars Strangulation – A sci-fi murder mystery set in a galaxy far, far away.
  • Tokyo Terror – A gripping mystery in the heart of Tokyo Japan. Would you make a better ninja or a detective?
  • Wine, Dine and Crime – A murder mystery set in the world of fine wine and fine crime.

We have created the ultimate guide to online murder mystery games. These virtual events can be a tonne of fun in these crazy times. Your online online murdering mystery games could be an awesome team building event or family get together. Click this link to learn more virtual online Zoom murder mystery games.

We have adapted our games so they are the best Zoom murder mystery games anywhere on the internet. Your murdering games free from the constraints of a live event are here and ready to go. Host an interactive Zoom whodunnit for the online detective to play on virtual platforms like Zoom or Teams. Play your murder mystery game via Zoom and all your work mates will have an amazing time given the constraints of social distancing and working from home. Enjoy murdering for Zoom or over Zoom with your friends or colleagues. Why not get your family involved no matter where they are in the world.

What does you virtual online murder mystery game clue sharing system look like?

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Murder mystery game kits

What are the best murder mystery dinner, party or murder mystery game kits?

For the best murder mystery dinner party kit, our top recommendations include Wine, Dine and Crime, Soap Opera Slaughter, and Tracy Gang 1920s. These immersive experiences are among the best murder mystery party kits available, offering engaging storylines, well-developed characters, and all the materials you need to host an unforgettable night of investigation. Whether you're searching for the best murder mystery kits for a dinner party or a fun gathering, our games provide everything from detailed clue cards to funny props, making them some of the best murder mystery game kits on the market. For those seeking the best murder mystery party kits in Australia or worldwide, these kits are perfect for any occasion, especially for adults looking for a thrilling and entertaining evening.

If you want the best murder mystery kit for an elegant dinner party, Wine, Dine and Crime delivers a sophisticated whodunit experience. If you prefer drama and intrigue, Soap Opera Slaughter offers a suspenseful, star-studded mystery. And for fans of the roaring twenties, Tracy Gang 1920s transports players to a world of gangsters and glamour. Whether you're looking for the best murder mystery dinner party kit Australia, the best murder mystery dinner party kit for adults, or simply the best murder mystery kits for adults, our games guarantee a night of excitement, mystery, and unforgettable fun!

I'm looking for a murder mystery game kit, what do you recommend?

For a murder mystery game kit, we highly recommend Hollywood Scandal, Double Agent Disaster, or Farming Fatality. These murder mystery party game kits provide everything you need for an exciting and interactive night, from crazy character names to clue cards and detailed instructions. Our murder mystery game kits are designed to create an unforgettable evening of suspense, intrigue, and fun. Whether you need a murder mystery party game kit for a large gathering or a smaller murder mystery kit game for an intimate dinner, these options cater to all group sizes.

If you want a classic whodunit at home or work, Hollywood Scandal brings glitz, glamour, and betrayal to your party. For those who love espionage, Double Agent Disaster is the perfect spy-themed murder mystery game party kit filled with secrets and deception. And if you're looking for something unique, Farming Fatality offers a hilarious and thrilling farmyard-themed mystery. We also offer a murder mystery game kit online, making it easy to download and host your event from anywhere. If you're a fan of magic and fantasy, we have found a wizarding murder mystery game kit on another company's website for a magical night of mystery. Whether you're searching for a murder mystery games kit, a mystery game kit, or a game kit host for your next gathering, our murder mystery dinner game kits guarantee an evening of excitement and intrigue!

Do you have any wedding or date night murder mystery game packs?

For an exciting way to spice up your evening, check out our range of murder mystery packs. Whether you're hosting a murder mystery party or seeking a fun date night murder mystery pack, we have something for everyone. Our murder mystery game packs come in various themes. For those special moments, our murder mystery date night pack is ideal. We also offer themed murder mystery packages like Wine, Dine and Crime, Masquerade Ball Brutality, and Bogan Bride and the Billionaire. These murder mystery party packs are a fantastic choice for creating a memorable and thrilling experience. Whether you're planning a wedding or a hen's night, these packs will bring the excitement to any occasion!

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Murder mystery boxed games

Which of your games come as boxed murder mystery games?

Step into a world of intrigue and suspense with "Murder in a Box," where each game is a carefully crafted mystery waiting for you to solve, once ordered these postal detective games are posted straight to your door. We have 9 different murder mystery box themes that bring the excitement of crime-solving directly to your doorstep, offering an immersive experience that’s perfect for parties, dinners, or just a thrilling night in. With a variety of themes to choose from, each murder mystery box delivers a unique, interactive experience, where you'll work together to unravel the clues, uncover the secrets, and ultimately solve the crime.

• • Caribbean Cruise: Dive into a Caribbean ocean of intrigue with this murder mystery box where pirates, treasure, and high society collide. Ideal for those looking to solve the mystery in a box during a nautical cruise adventure.
  • Eighties Extermination: Relive the murder mystery game box fun with heavy metal care of Mötley Crüe, neon lights, and 80s nostalgia. Perfect for parties that wants to get into the groove of solving the mystery box!
  • Hollywood Scandal: Glamour and glitz meet murder in this murder mystery box set. Dress as your favorite stars and uncover the truth in this interactive murder mystery game box.
  • Haunted Horrors: Get spooky with this boxed murder mystery game set in Dr Acula's haunted castle. Solve the mystery of ghouls and ghosts while you enjoy a thrilling mystery solving box.
  • Bogan Bride and the Billionaire: A hilarious wedding mystery in a box! Solve the murder mystery in a box filled with bogans, chlamydia and death by cyanide.
  • Christmas Capers: Perfect for the holiday season, this murder mystery dinner box offers a festive twist on the classic murder mystery box game. Play as Santa, elves, or reindeer and solve a North Pole mystery!
  • Tracy Gang 1920s: Get your flapper dresses and gangster suits ready for this murder mystery box set. A roaring 1920s party with a deadly twist – can you solve the mystery?
  • Wild West: Step into the Wild West for a murder mystery party box adventure. Cowboys, outlaws, and sheriffs will need your help to solve the mystery in a box. Don't get covered in honey and tied to a tree for the ants like Dr Snake Oil does.
  • Custom Made: Want a personalised touch? Our custom made murder mystery box games let you create your own themed mystery-solving box with tailored characters and plots. You get to decide everything to make your custom murder mystery game adventure your own.

This is what you get in our boxed murder mystery game kits:

• What you get in a Premium Edition murder mystery game box (depending on size):
  • The Murder In A Box
  • Contents sheet
  • 15 to 120 electronic invitations to print or email before the event
  • The Presenter's Handbook
  • The Full Story
  • Extra games
  • Decoration suggestions sheet
  • 15 to 120+ character name badges
  • Evidence that is hidden and found
  • Planning a fantastic party guide book
  • 60 to 120 cryptic clues
  • The full story
  • A pair of handcuffs
  • 2 props to be used - Such as a secret letter
  • Special awards
  • Sleuthing materials
  • 8 to 16 pens
  • 8 to 16 sets of team directions
  • Welcome sign
  • Information about venue set up

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Murder mystery downloadable games

Which of your games come as digital download mystery games?

All of our themes are available to download an we currently have 27 different downloadable murder mystery games.

• These are our murder mystery download games:
  • Eighties Extermination (1980s) – A retro murder mystery set in the era of heavy metal, classic movies, and big hair.
  • Hippie Homicide (1960s) – A trippy murder mystery at Woodstock, full of music, mud, and mayhem.
  • Hollywood Scandal – Step into the spotlight as a glamorous actor in a Hollywood-themed murder mystery.
  • Haunted Horrors – A ghostly murder mystery set in Nosferatu’s eerie castle.
  • Bogan Bride and the Billionaire – A hilarious wedding-themed murder mystery, perfect for a hen’s night.
  • Caribbean Cruise – A nautical adventure with pirates, treasure, and betrayal on the high seas.
  • Christmas Capers – A festive murder mystery set in Santa’s workshop at the North Pole.
  • Custom Made Murder Mystery – A personalised mystery game with custom characters, settings, and themes. From fantasini to adventure, you will be a master of mystery in no time.
  • Tracy Gang (1920s) – A gangster-themed murder mystery filled with flapper girls, hitmen, and Prohibition-era drama.
  • Wild West – A cowboy-inspired murder mystery where saloon girls and outlaws collide.
  • Huge 300 People Murder Mystery – A large-scale mystery designed for massive groups.
  • AFL Assassination – A murder mystery centered around Australian Rules Football.
  • Australian Capital Assassination – A historical murder mystery with political intrigue.
  • Disney Disaster – A fantasy-themed murder mystery with classic Disney-inspired characters.
  • Double Agent Disaster – A spy thriller featuring espionage, secret agents, and double-crosses.
  • Facebook Fatality – A tech-savvy murder mystery involving hacking and digital deception.
  • Farming Fatality – A farm-set murder mystery focused on safety and chemical mishaps. This investigation can be use for a party or staff training day.
  • Hens Night Bachelorette – A fun murder mystery designed for bachelorette parties.
  • Masquerade Ball Brutality – An elegant yet deadly mystery at a grand masquerade.
  • Medieval Madness – A medieval-themed murder mystery filled with knights, friars, and the black plague.
  • Outback Ordeal – A murder mystery set in the Australian outback with dark and deadly secrets.
  • Poker Poisoning – A high-stakes murder mystery with gamblers, card sharks, and deception.
  • Ronald Frump Murder Mystery – A political satire murder mystery that aired live on radio.
  • Serial Slaughter – A chilling murder mystery featuring real life infamous serial killers.
  • Soap Opera Slaughter – A dramatic murder mystery on the final day of shooting a TV soap opera.
  • Star Wars Strangulation – A sci-fi murder mystery set in the world of the Imperial Navy.
  • Tokyo Terror – A Japanese-themed murder mystery spanning different historical periods. This game is a great murder mystery game for lovers of all things murderous and Japanese.
  • Wine, Dine, and Crime – A murder mystery set in the world of winemaking and fine dining.

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Hunt a Killer

Are there other games like Hunt a Killer?

Of course, Hunt a Killer is one of many different groups that offer murder mystery game kits. We are Go Murder Mystery and we have everything you need.

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Dirty murder mystery games

Do you offer a dirty murder mystery game?

Some of our games do have adult themes in them. Probably our best tongue in cheek or "dirty" game is our Bogan Bride and the Billionaire game. Some of the character names are a bit on the edge like Amanda Wantme and Mike Hunt. If you want a really dirty murder mystery game then let your imagination go wild and enjoy one of our custom made games.

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Best murder mystery games

How do I know I am getting the best murder mystery game?

The best murder mystery games to enjoy with friends, family, or co-workers have to be the best quality. Whether you're hosting thrilling murder mystery parties, planning a murder mystery dinner, or searching for the best online murder mystery games to play on Zoom, choosing the right game is key to an unforgettable experience.

The best murder mystery games for adults offer immersive storytelling and engaging characters. For example we use fun character names like Tommy Gun, Nick Toff and Ruth Less. Our mystery party games use professional graphic designers to produce the game materials, our online mystery games bring interactive sleuthing to virtual gatherings and use our unique clue sharing system that allows your guests from all over the world to play.

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Buy murder mystery games

How can I buy a murder mystery game?

Click any of the murder mystery game links below and you will be taken to our shopping cart. You can use the options there to buy your murder mystery game.