Best Murder Mystery Board Games in 2026

PLAY USING ALEXA: Players have the option of playing this Clue game using Amazon Alexa. (Alexa device sold separately). Note: sound comes from paired Echo device

GET HELP FROM THE GHOST OF MRS. WHITE: Use the Alexa skill to summon the ghost of Mrs. White. If she's in a pleasant mood, she might help solve the case. If she's not…watch out

WHO, WHAT, WHERE: Solve the mystery of Mr. Boddy's murder. In this classic mystery game of whodunit, players figure out who committed the murder, the weapon used, and the room in which it was done

Clue Master Detective: More Suspects, More Rooms, More Weapons

3-10 Players, Ages 10 And Up

The Perfect Game For Murder Mystery Parties!

In Body On The Boardwalk, players investigate the death of a seaside amusement park employee and uncover the park's dirty secrets that led to her murder.

An authentic and immersive investigation. You’ll feel like you are solving a real-life murder mystery.

Solve an entire investigation in one sitting. This is perfect for family gatherings, date night, or to play on the go.

Lie to your friends and get away with murder!

Are you clever enough to determine who at the table is sus?

Enjoy a fast-paced game full of lies, laughter, and hilarious accusations!

Characters you love - In this asymmetric board game, choose from 6 iconic Disney Villains - each with their own sinister objectives & goals. Disney Villainous comes with Captain Hook, Maleficent, Jafar, Ursula, Queen of Hearts, and Prince John. The Fate Decks also feature your favorite protagonists like Aladdin, Peter Pan, Ariel, and more!

Great for Disney fans and families - Whether you're playing with a group of devoted Disney fans, classic strategy gamers, or with your family, Disney Villainous is perfect for any game night occasion and makes a great gift for Disney lovers!

Clear instructions - Easy to learn with clear instructions! Each of the 6 villains has their own guide, and these guides will inspire you with strategies and tips for crafting the most successful plan to win!

BE A COLD CASE DETECTIVE - Unsolved Case Files puts you in the shoes of a cold case detective tasked with solving a murder that happened decades ago with only the original investigator's case file. Think you can find out who really killed Jamie Banks on November 20, 1992? Unsolved Case Files will let you find out once and for all whether you’re as good as the detectives on TV.

SOLVE 3 MYSTERIES TO CRACK THE CASE - In order to solve this cold case murder mystery game you’ll need to find 3 separate clues that crack open the case. First prove why Jamie wasn't alone when she fell. Then disprove a key suspect's alibi and finally identify the clue that will put the real killer behind bars for the murder. With 3 different mysteries to solve in order to play the game, this case will challenge your investigative abilities.

OVER 50 INVESTIGATION DOCUMENTS AND PHOTOS - This unsolved case file game includes over 50 evidence photos and documents for you to investigate including newspaper articles, crime scene photographs, evidence report, coroners report, class photo, school newspaper, suspect interrogations, witness statements, character photographs and much more. Everything about this mystery game is fiction, but will feel just like you are a real cold-case detective.

BE A COLD CASE DETECTIVE - Unsolved Case Files puts you in the shoes of a cold case detective tasked with solving a murder that happened decades ago with only the original investigator's case file. Think you can find out who really killed Buddy Edmunds on November 26, 1947? Unsolved Case Files will let you find out once and for all whether you’re as good as the detectives on TV.

SOLVE 3 MYSTERIES TO CRACK THE CASE - In order to solve this cold case murder mystery game you’ll need to find 3 separate clues that crack open the case. First reopen the case by proving Veronica didn't die the way investigators claimed. Then find the victim's body and finally identify the killer and close this case for good. With 3 different mysteries to solve in order to play the game, this case will challenge your investigative abilities.

OVER 50 INVESTIGATION DOCUMENTS AND PHOTOS - This unsolved case file game includes over 50 evidence photos and documents for you to investigate including newspaper articles, crime scene photographs, police reports, town map, secret letters, legal documents, suspect interrogations, witness statements, character photographs and much more. Everything about this mystery game is fiction, but will feel just like you are a real cold-case detective.

MYSTERY BOARD GAME: A horrible crime was committed on the grounds of Warwick Manor thirty years ago. Now the mansion is haunted by the ghost of the murdered servant and it’s up to a group of psychic investigators to get to the bottom of the mystery.

COOPERATIVE BOARD GAME: One player takes on the role of the victim (who is now a ghost) and the rest play as psychics. Over the course of the game, players work together to solve a mystery by psychically communicating with the victim. The ghost tries to lead psychics to the correct culprit.

INTERPRET VISIONS TO SOLVE MYSTERIES: Each player investigates a case assigned to them to determine who the actual murderer is. Psychics receive numerous visions from the ghost with clues. Can they determine the weapon, location and killer, or will a violent criminal pull off the perfect murder?

BEST COLD CASE FILE GAME AVAILABLE- Nell Phyrp, a Private Investigator, has been brutally murdered inside a Lab at a pharmaceutical company. Play detective to crack this gripping murder mystery game, and bring the criminal to justice.

33 PIECES OF PHYSICAL EVIDENCE - Inside the case file, you'll find police reports, blueprints, CCTV images, text records, a coroners report, witness statements and more.

SEARCH THROUGH A POLICE INBOX - In addition to the physical evidence supplied inside of the case files, you'll need to access a police officer's inbox online to prove the prime suspect innocent or guilty - but it's not easy...you'll need to be a smart investigator to gain access to the online portal!

THIS IS AN EXPANSION TO THE CHRONICLES OF CRIME BOARD GAME: This is not a standalone game. You will need a Chronicles of Crime (London's Forensic) base game in order to play with this expansion.

MURDER MYSTERY GAME: Chronicles of Crime is an award-winning cooperative game of criminal investigation mixing a board game, an app and a touch of Virtual Reality. With the same physical components (board, locations, characters and items), players will be able to play plenty of different scenarios and solve many different crime stories.

BECOME A PRIVATE EYE IN 50's LA: Set in the L.A. Noir universe, this expansion will change the game! No more scientific contacts to help you, but rather unorthodox methods. Bribing, breaking in, intimidating and spying will be your tools. But be careful about what you do! Anything can happen.

Innovative game concept, plastic-free packaging.

Determined in a realistic crime case.

Examines documents, alibis checks, disguises the perpetrator!

NEW STANDALONE IN THE SERIES: As members of the Baker Street Irregulars, players try to solve the most heinous crimes by roaming the streets of London in search of clues. Will you visit the crime scene? Meet Inspector Lestrade? The decision is in your hands and each clue you find will bring you a step closer to the truth

MYSTERY BOARD GAME: Solve mysterious cases by interviewing suspects, searching newspapers and walking the streets for clues. Once you have completed your investigation, compare your detective skills to the master sleuth himself, Sherlock Holmes

COOPERATIVE GAME: Players work together as a team of detectives to gather clues and solve mysteries. The dynamics of this game make it a perfect choice for game night with friends and family. Whether you’re playing alone or with up to eight players, you’ll need everyone’s wits to work together and solve the case

BEST COLD CASE FILE GAME AVAILABLE - Play detective to crack this gripping murder mystery game, and bring the criminal to justice - A murder has been committed in a small port town on Fidalgo Island in America’s Pacific Northwest. Movie Theater owner - Chris Hodgson - was found dead in his office with multiple lacerations to the chest..

27 PIECES OF PHYSICAL EVIDENCE - Inside the case file, you'll find newspaper articles, crime scene investigation documents, suspect profiles, a beer mat, police reports, a poster, CCTV footage, phone/text records, a coroners report, a map, witness statements, photographs and more.

SEARCH THROUGH A POLICE DATABASE - In addition to the physical evidence supplied inside of the box, you'll need to access an online police officer's digital file storage system to prove the suspects innocent or guilty - but it's not easy...you'll need to be a smart investigator to gain access!

EXPANSION PACK: Expand Betrayal at House on the Hill 3rd Edition Cooperative Board Game with the Werewolf's Journey Blood on the Moon Pack. (Requires HOTH 3rd Edition game to play. Sold separately.)

HAUNTED HOUSE MYSTERY GAME: A mysterious visitor arrives at the House on the Hill. But beware! She holds a frightful secret and is not as innocent as she seems

GO DEEPER INTO THE WORLD OF BETRAYAL: Explorers are faced with life and death choices when encountering this stranger who can turn into a monster desperate for blood

THIS IS AN EXPANSION TO THE ARKHAM HORROR CARD GAME: This is not a standalone product. You will need the Arkham Horror: The Card Game core set in order to play with this expansion. Murder at the Excelsior Hotel can be played as a standalone scenario or inserted into any campaign as a side-story.

A LIVING CARD GAME OF ELDRITCH MYSTERY: Something evil stirs in Arkham, and only you can stop it. Blurring the traditional lines between roleplaying and card game experiences, Arkham Horror: The Card Game is the Living Card Game of Lovecraftian mystery, monsters and madness!

COOPERATIVE GAME: You and your friends become investigators within the quiet New England town of Arkham, Massachusetts. No matter what compels you or haunts you, you'll find both your strengths and weaknesses reflected in your custom deck of cards. These cards will be your resources as you work with your friends to unravel the world's most terrifying mysteries.

The Taste for Wine and Murder Mystery Party Game is a dinner party in a box

A body was discovered at California vineyard, and you must solve the murder before the killer strikes again

Invite your friends to dress up and play the roles of the devious suspects, each with his or her own character booklet with roles and background info

A game of deduction and suspense by Prospero Hall.

One player is the Director, silently playing out clues as to what may, or may not have happened to the other players.

The players are unaware if a murder happened until they start noticing suspicious signs from their neighbors.

There's been a murder on board the European Belle but whodunnit? Work on your detective skills with Talking Tables Murder Mystery on the Train Game Kit

Replayable with 3 alternative endings!

OCCASION - Perfect for a family games night, dinner party with friends or 1930's themed party! It also makes a great Christmas or Birthday gifts for him, gifts for her, gifts for friends

COLD CASE CRACKERS ALLOWS YOU TO TAKE THE ROLE OF A DETECTIVE TEAM. You will try to crack a case that was never solved. This is the Fairlake Bank Heist Case - This fictional case is of a bank heist and string of murders in the city of Fairlake. The heist took place in 2005 and with no leads the case went cold and the unknown mastermind responsible for the heist has escaped justice. Your job is to sift through the evidence and determine who the mastermind is.

MOVE THROUGH THE PHASES OF YOUR INVESTIGATION. This case will be solved by achieving investigation goals given to you on phase cards. Each phase and task are different, but all are crucial in solving the case. The game requires live action detective work and includes twists and turns you never see coming

USE THE DOZENS OF DOCUMENTS AND PHOTOGRAPHS ALONG THE WAY. The evidence includes newspaper clippings, blueprints, maps, text messages, visitor logs, suspect profiles, photos, witness statements, interview transcripts, and much more. You never know what piece of evidence you may need or when you will need it. Your team of investigators will have to have a keen wit and observant eyes.

Immersive Investigation Experience With A Complex Story. Contains 28 Pieces Of Evidence Needed To Solve The Case

Night Of Murder Mystery Fun For Great Value That Integrates Puzzle-Solving And Crime Fiction Into A Riveting, One-Time-Play Experience

Players Utilize Deductive Reasoning, Critical Thinking, And Logic Skills By Searching For Clues Among The Evidence

An intense murder mystery card game for 2-9 players

Family friendly, superbly enjoyable and quick and easy to learn

Invokes deduction, bluffing, wit and collecting enough evidence

INCREASE CONNECTION AND MEMORIES: New date night idea! This most peculiar relationship building game is designed to increase quality time and deepen your connection with your loved ones in a fun and adventurous way!

House of Curiosities: Escape Madame Medora’s spooky House of Curiosities! This Crated With Love date night adventure game includes everything you need so you can start playing right away and take it with you anywhere for easy on-the-go games! Test your communication and problem-solving skills with this escape-style game!

GAMEPLAY: If you have a proclivity to murder mystery games or escape room games, this is the perfect board game for you! Jumpstart a fun way to connect with your partner by solving cooperative puzzles and decipher clues together! This date night game includes a mysterious secret item card deck, 6 perplexing cooperative puzzles, a themed playlist, and a cinematic storyline to make you feel like you’re in one of your favorite mystery movies! This box is perfect for game nights for couples, family game night, or a night with friends.

Solve a murder: Who killed Joseph Bremer? Clear journalist Carl Notebeck's name and find the killer. This Case File includes all the evidence you need to solve the murder. Review every clue and piece of evidence in this unsolved mystery case file.

IMMERSIVE STORY AND REALISTIC EVIDENCE - This Case File includes crime scene photos, suspect interviews, newspaper clippings, and much more to help you determine who committed murder. All the evidence has been curated to present the most realistic experience possible (no fake handwriting). This murder mystery game in a box is the perfect gift for friends and family who love mystery board games and is perfect for family game night, an evening with friends or for date night for couples who love cold case murder mysteries. Get your Sherlock on to solve this murder mystery.

AMERICA’S FAVORITE MURDER MYSTERY PARTY GAME BRAND - If you are a crime junkie who loves cold-case stories and escape room games, then you’ll love Murder Mystery Party products. University Games first began selling Murder Mystery Party games back in 1985. Today, adults become the detective and dive into realistic case evidence. Like our original Murder Mystery Party games, our Case Files are the perfect game to play in an evening with a dinner party. This mystery in a box is the perfect addition to your game room activities and also makes a great Halloween game.

Immersive cooperative board game for 1-5 players aged 12+.

Players take on the role of detectives searching for evidence, questioning suspects, and solving crimes.

3 distinct cases, with different settings, each about 90 minutes in length.

Interactive Murder Mystery Game - Rich businessman Whit Wiley is found washed up and lifeless in the fountain of his newly opened mall! Find out what happened through thrilling hours of murder mystery madness in this immersive crime solving game!

Play Virtually or In-Person - Solve a murder with your family and friends whether face-to-face or via video chat! This mystery murder game includes a USB loaded with printable case files that will guide you right into an exciting adventure.

Flexible Number of Players!- This suspenseful murder mystery game includes 20 characters for you and your guests to play. Cast your friends, family, or colleagues in these fun roles and play with 4-20 players in any combination for ultimate flexibility.

Interactive Murder Mystery Game - It’s opening night on Broadway, and a big-shot producer turns up dead backstage! Find out what happened through thrilling hours of murder mystery madness in this immersive crime solving game!

Play Virtually or In-Person - Solve a murder with your family and friends whether face-to-face or via video chat! This mystery murder game comes with a USB loaded with printable case files that will guide you right into an exciting adventure.

Up To 20 Players! - This Broadway themed murder mystery game includes 20 character booklets that players can use. Additional guests can play as Detectives who solve the case file. Bring on your detective skills as you go through each case file and evidence to uncover who killed the victim!

ESCAPE AND SOLVE MYSTERY GAME: Clue Sabotage on the High Seas offers the intrigue of the classic murder mystery game, Clue, with a fresh mystery story and dynamic escape room game format. 1-6 players

1-TIME SOLVE COOPERATIVE GAME: In the Clue Escape & Solve Mystery game, players join forces and use sleuthing skills to escape the yacht, then work together to solve the mystery of the missing captain

DYNAMIC GAMEBOARD: Players move their pawns around the board exploring the yacht. The gameboard builds and changes, revealing rooms and clues as players solve puzzles that unlock the ship

It’s a real murder mystery — the wealthy heir to one of England’s largest steel companies has been found murdered. Solve the case quickly or there’ll be blood on your hands!

You and your team have 60 minutes to solve the crime, or the murderer will strike again. Can you solve the crime in time?

Escape Room Expansion Packs require Escape Room The Game to play (sold separately).

A cinematic board game powered by Alexa

There's been a murder in the small town of St. Noire – and the killer has promised to strike again! Can you solve the mystery before time runs out? Uncover the clues, question suspects and sift through the truths and lies to deduce who the killer is - before It's too late.

Immerse yourself in an atmospheric Noir world, Featuring hollywood-level sound design and Voice acting – all through Alexa. Turn the lights down low and let St. Noire’s vivid soundscape transform your living room into 12 iconic locales - from seedy dive bars to Jazzy late night diners.

THE WOLVES ARE HOWLING: The ultimate werewolf game has arrived! Wolves of Mercia is a game of social deduction, strategy, and cunning

WARS OF MERCIA: In Mercia, there are no helpless villagers. With 14 unique, asymmetric ways to win, every player is as dangerous as the dreaded werewolf

WOLVES HUNT IN A PACK: Bring your pack together for one great family game night! Wolves of Mercia fits 5-16 players, each with a unique role! Features endless replayability, you're in for a unique experience and outcome each time you play!