Detectives

In Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game you are a detective and you have to solve murders and unravel other mysteries. With the help of the game cards you go through the story and you have to continuously choose what you are going to do. Are you going to question the suspect? Are you going to investigate the crime scene? Or do you delve further into a specific clue? In addition to the cards, the game board and the tokens, this game also works with a website where you can find the police computer system. In this system you can, for example, enter the DNA or fingerprints of a suspect to see whether it matches certain people. Super awesome! You might find evidence to support your theory! Your job is to solve the case as quickly as possible with all the tools you have. The basic game contains five different scenarios that together form one large campaign. Can you unravel the mysteries? The Games Friends: “ Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game is the perfect game to immerse yourself in. The story is really fantastic and once you have solved the first scenario you will definitely want to move on to the next one. Highly recommended for lovers of detective games! One of our favorite games ever! ”

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This is the first (standalone) expansion for Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective. In Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: Jack the Ripper & West End Adventures you will find ten new cases, six separate 'West End Adventures' and a series of four scenarios about Jack the Ripper. You get nothing more than a book with directions, a street directory, a map and a number of newspapers. Can you solve the mystery faster than Sherlock Holmes? The Games Friends: “ Fans of the first part of Sherlock Homes Consulting Detective can breathe a sigh of relief: there are more cases! We enjoyed the 4 Jack the Ripper scenarios and the 6 separate parts. The cases in this part are also extremely tough, so we haven't managed to get close to Sherlock's score yet, but we still loved it! As far as we are concerned, this is an absolute must for fans of spicy detective games! ”

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With this Virtual Reality Module you experience things even more intensely. You simply put on these VR glasses and you can really look around different locations in the game. Indispensable for the true Chronicles of Crime fan! The Games Friends: " These Virtual Reality glasses are a nice addition to the game because they allow you to immerse yourself even more in the space. The extra scenario is also very nice and highly recommended for fans of the basic game. "

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In 1880, Sherlock Holmes put together a group of street children and called them The Baker Street Irregulars, his unofficial 'sidekicks'. In Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective you play that group and solve a total of 10 different cases. Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective is a cooperative game in which players attempt to solve a mysterious case while visiting various locations in 19th century London. Try to unravel everything and at the end of the game compare your score with the great Sherlock Holmes. In The Baker Street Irregulars you will find ten new cases, including an introductory case that is perfect for new players. In addition, there are also some new mechanisms and surprises, so that this part also feels fresh for the professional detectives.

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Dig Deeper, written by Rob Daviau is the first case in the Detective: Signature Series. The story takes place in an American city in the 1970s and the players' goal is to solve the mysterious death of a local politician. The case is full of surprises and just like in the basic game, you need modern tools to progress.

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In Chronicles of Crime 1400 you take on the role of the knight Abalard Lavel and travel to Paris in the late Middle Ages. With the help of prophetic dreams, information from some high-ranking relatives and loyal four-legged friends, you will have to solve mysterious crimes. '1400' works with the well-known, smooth game mechanics of Chronicles of Crime while adding some new elements. This way you not only use evidence and information from witnesses and informants for your investigation, but you can also find the right trail through your own mysterious dreams. Chronicles of Crime 1400 contains four exciting scenarios, which can be played both solo and cooperatively. Travel to Middle Ages Paris, immerse yourself in the story and help solve the crimes. A smartphone or tablet is required to play this game! The Games Friends: " Chronicles of Crime: 1400 is once again a very fun version of the well-known principle. There are some small additions (such as the use of your sniffer dog), which makes it feel like an even more realistic game. An absolute must for fans of detectives! ”

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Welcome to Crime City: the city where crimes are committed on every street corner. Deadly secrets, sneaky robberies and cold-blooded murders are part of everyday life. The local police can no longer cope and have asked for your help! Micro Macro is a cooperative detective game. Together you solve devious crimes, investigate motives and look for evidence to convict the perpetrators. A sharp eye is at least as important as logical reasoning. This is the real detective work! The Games Friends: " Micro Macro is an extremely original game, with laughably simple rules. If you put your grandmother in front of the card and just say, "Look what the rabbit has experienced today", she can get started right away. That simplicity in combination with the original mechanism and the nice cases, Micro Macro is an absolute must!

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Granada is a beautiful city in the south of Spain where you can find all kinds of people. Just like any other evening, four players meet around a poker table after a fancy dinner in the casino. They are Vladimir Lavrov "The Russian", accompanied by his bodyguard Sasha, Brad Clayton, Claudine and her friend Sophie. One of the players will never see a new day. Instacrime is a cooperative gaming system that introduces you to a mystery to be solved by a group of detectives. Each player must describe the content of their photos to share the information they have, with the aim of developing a shared theory that explains the case. Each case is unique and therefore it can only be played once. But do not worry! If you want to get the most out of it, get a group of friends to play it and listen to their theories.

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Dorothy Munford, owner of the publishing emporium named after herself, hosts the annual family reunion at the hotel that has hosted it for years and has earned her trust. Her daughter, her son and his wife, her new boyfriend and her first husband attend the meeting. Mrs Munford wants to use the meeting to meet her lawyer and change her will. The young man brings the documents that both Dorothy and her right-hand man at the company must sign; the latter as a witness. Instacrime is a cooperative gaming system that introduces you to a mystery to be solved by a group of detectives. Each player must describe the content of their photos to share the information they have, with the aim of developing a shared theory that explains the case. Each case is unique and therefore it can only be played once. But do not worry! If you want to get the most out of it, get a group of friends to play it and listen to their theories.

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This story is also collected (along with two other stories) in Sherlock Files Elementary Entries . This “Death of the 4th of July” case revolves around a mysterious body found during the 4th of July celebration. Look for the right clues and share them with your detective partners. Which theories will you investigate? Work together to solve every case! The Games Friends: “ What a great card game this is. You have to solve different things in a unique way. Normally you get all the same information in detective games, but that is not the case here. Because everyone has a handful of cards and is not allowed to play all the cards, you have to think carefully about what information you share and which information you discard. Highly recommended!”

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This is a brand new expansion for Detective: City of Angels. Smoke and Mirrors adds the toughest cases our intrepid detectives have had to solve yet. Do you have what it takes to see through the smoke and mirrors? The Games Friends: " Did you find the basic game of Detective: City of Angels too easy? Then you will find a wonderful challenge in this 'Smoke & Mirrors' expansion. Things are clearly a lot tougher, but once again very well put together. Recommended for fans of the basic game!

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Welcome to Crime City: the city where crimes are committed on every street corner. Deadly secrets, sneaky robberies and cold-blooded murders are part of everyday life. Full House is the second part of the MicroMacro: Crime City series. It is a standalone game and some of the stories from part 1 are continued in this part. The 16 crimes in this game can be played without having played part 1. The Games Friends: " Micro Macro is an extremely original game, with laughably simple rules. If you put your grandmother in front of the card and just say, "Look what the rabbit has experienced today", she can get started right away. That simplicity in combination with the original mechanism and the nice cases, Micro Macro is an absolute must!

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Detective Rummy is a card game for 2 to 4 players, with a narrative element that is revealed in a series of 7 different scenarios. Players take on the role of detectives who compete to solve the cases and gain fame. The story starts at the Rummy Detective Agency and each case takes you to different locations, including the restaurant with the best donuts in town, the cozy Quarter to 3 Bar, a chic fashion store, the most elite jazz nightclub in town and more! The cases in Detective Rummy can be played in two different ways: Campaign Mode and Case Mode. In campaign mode you play all 7 scenarios in a fixed order. In Case Mode you can play Cases 2 through 6 one by one as a standalone Detective Rummy scenario. Since there are new Game Changer cards in each scenario that are discovered in a different order (if at all) each time you play, things will never be resolved the same way twice. You can play both the campaign mode and the individual cases as many times as you want!

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Are you a modern mastermind detective? The Sherlock Files: Fatal Frontiers features three new confusing cases to solve, all in Tornado Town, a place full of feuds, cowboys and cahoots. First you delve into the sordid history of a mine that is rumored to be cursed. Next, you will discover the truth about who desecrated graves in Tornado Town's cemetery. Finally, you investigate a fatal duel that left both participants dead at dawn. Decipher clues to determine which ones are relevant to the case and which are not. Share what you consider relevant with your detective partners. What theories are you pursuing? How will you do compared to the world's greatest detective? Work together to solve each case and find out! The Games Friends: “ What a great card game this is. You have to solve different things in a unique way. Normally you get all the same information in detective games, but that is not the case with Sherlock Files. Because everyone has a handful of cards and is not allowed to play all the cards, you have to think carefully about what information you share and which information you discard. Highly recommended!"

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Investigate crime with the card game Crime Zoom! Crime Zoom is a 55-card real crime investigation that starts with a crime scene made up of a number of cards. To discover clues, turn over a card. Investigate the crime scene and follow the clues that seem most relevant to you. Stop when you think you have unraveled the story. Once your research is complete, you will answer questions and write your report. Who is the perpetrator, what evidence do you have and what was the motive? This scenario is called Unlucky Bird. Paris 2018. One morning the remains of a young woman are found in a building. Who killed her and why? The Games Friends: We find the Crime Zoom cases surprisingly fun. They are cleverly put together, but ultimately logical enough to be solved. One of the better little detective games!

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Investigate crime with the card game Crime Zoom! Crime Zoom is a 55-card real crime investigation that starts with a crime scene made up of a number of cards. To discover clues, turn over a card. Investigate the crime scene and follow the clues that seem most relevant to you. Stop when you think you have unraveled the story. Once your research is complete, you will answer questions and write your report. Who is the perpetrator, what evidence do you have and what was the motive? This scenario is called His Last Card. The investigation begins in 1980 in Brooklyn. A dilapidated building, gunshots… and a dead man on a bench… What happened here? The Games Friends: We find the Crime Zoom cases surprisingly fun. They are cleverly put together, but ultimately logical enough to be solved. One of the better little detective games!

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Welcome to 1998, when Romi was framed! As senior leaders at Blair High School, you've been collecting today's notes to see if you can figure out who framed Romi. If you don't find out, she'll be sent away! Crimes & Capers: High School Hijinks is a cooperative game where you and a group of friends take on the role of '90s high school students and work together to solve the mystery. No special skills or prior knowledge are required. Read notes and solve puzzles to unlock Romi's locker and find out who framed her!

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It is 1919 on the Langford estate. Lady Leona has passed away and absolutely no one is sad about it. She always threatened to write people out of her will. Now that she's finally gone, her closest family and favorite servants have gathered to read her will, but Leona always loved two things: puzzling and making life difficult. Crimes & Capers: Lady Leona's Last Wishes is a cooperative game where you and a group of friends take on the roles of polished high society people and hard-working servants who must work together to solve the mystery and find Leona's treasure. No special skills or prior knowledge are required. Read the notes, solve puzzles and unlock the answers to find out where Leona hid her fortune!

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221b Baker Street is in mourning. World famous detective Sherlock Holmes has been murdered! He was strangled in a carriage last night on his way home from his favorite opium den. Of course, there is only one possible murderer: Sherlock's arch-enemy, Professor Moriarty! But who is this mysterious criminal mastermind? After Sherlock's death, Her Majesty Queen Victoria personally invites a group of people to a high tea at Buckingham Palace: Dr. Watson and his wife Mary, Mrs. Hudson, Mycroft Holmes, Porky Johnson and Irene Adler. But one of them is cheating... which of them is Moriarty?

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Suspects is a series of detective games with simple rules in the style of Agatha Christie's novels. The first part features the ingenious and fearless Claire Harper, completely in the style of the great classics of detective literature! Claire Harper was one of the first women to graduate from Oxford in 1927. She specializes in criminal law and is also an adventurous traveler. Every mystery is an opportunity for her to test her formidable mind of deduction and her unwavering determination! In this first episode, follow her on her investigation that will take her from grand mansions to shady theaters and from Scotland to... Egypt! There are three cases in the box. The Games Friends: "What a fun detective Suspects is. The game itself does not do anything new in terms of rules or setting, but all the cases are still very fun and the difficulty is also completely fine. Highly recommended for all fans of Chronicles or Crime, Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective and Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game.”

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Take a trip to the US in the 1920s and tear the veil that hides the unspeakable threats of Elsewhere. As agents working for the Bureau of Investigation, you are tasked with investigating paranormal cases inspired by the writings of HP Lovecraft. Explore Boston, Arkham and exotic lands! Follow clues, interview witnesses, find clues and take action to solve these five brand new and strange cases. This is a cooperative and standalone game based on the Sherlock Holmes Consulting detective system, with some twists and new mechanics.

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You've been nominated for the 67th Annual Music Awards! Unfortunately, you won't win anything tonight. Mannie, our host, America's Sweetheart Pop Star is dead. For your safety, we ask you to stay in the green space. While you're there, try to open Mannie's wallet to look for clues about what happened at the rehearsal that led to her murder. Crimes & Capers: And the winner is... Death! is a cooperative game where you and a group of friends take on the role of famous artists and work together to solve the mystery. No special skills or prior knowledge are required. Read social media posts and solve puzzles to unlock Mannie's wallet and find out who killed her!

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A shocking murder is discovered in London's most exclusive residential community and it's up to you to find out who the killer is! Set in the '80s, when the hair was big and the shoulder pads were bigger, you and your guests become both murder suspects and detectives in this riveting, unforgettable dinner game. This game is perfect if you want to organize a murder dinner yourself! Inside the box you will find 8 invitations & envelopes, an instruction booklet, character backgrounds, costume ideas, secrets & dialogue, clues, place cards, suspicion and intrigue!

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Ruby Bloom was Hollywood's leading actress. With her captivating look and champagne blonde curls, she was the pearl of the silver screen. But away from the flashing lights of the paparazzi and the crowds of adoring fans, Ruby was a notorious bully prone to explosive outbursts, vicious tantrums and excessive demands. On the set of her latest film, Ruby is found poisoned in her dressing room. From director Chuck Demeyer to PA Jane Madison, there's no shortage of people on set who wanted Ruby gone; but who ultimately did it, and why? Set in the Golden Age of Hollywood, this compelling murder mystery turns you and your table companions into murder suspects and detectives alike. Can you unravel the clues, uncover the motives and solve the murder before the coffee is served?

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Sherlock Files, vol. 6: Devilish Details contains three new cases to solve. In the first case, you must determine the reason why a shopkeeper's trip led to an unlikely death. In the second case you discover whether there is a cure for a medieval mayor's illness, or whether he is possessed by a demon! Have you solved those two? On the right track! In the final case, you'll find out the truth behind the death of a Renaissance woman and why her fingers were mysteriously painted blue... For each case, you follow the directions, collect the evidence, and then identify who did it, how, and why. The Games Friends: “ What a great card game this is. You have to solve different things in a unique way. Normally you get all the same information in detective games, but that is not the case with Sherlock Files. Because everyone has a handful of cards and is not allowed to play all the cards, you have to think carefully about what information you share and which information you discard. Highly recommended!”

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Sherlock: Case Connection is a competitive puzzle game of investigation and deduction that pits players against Sherlock's enemies in an attempt to become the world's greatest detective. Two to four players visit famous locations from the show to collect evidence and reconstruct their theory about the crime.

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3 murder mysteries with fascinating denouements and detailed characters, in the style of Agatha Christie. Alone or with friends, step into the shoes of the persistent Claire Harper and let her adventures take you through her life, from school and the first Olympic Games after the Second World War to a soothing Swiss lake!

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Welcome to Crime City: the city where crimes are committed on every street corner. Deadly secrets, sneaky robberies and cold-blooded murders are part of everyday life. All In is the third part of the MicroMacro: Crime City series. It is a standalone game and some of the stories from parts 1 and 2 are continued in this part. The 16 crimes in this game can be played without having played part 1 or 2.

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In the first Single Case Pack expansion for Detective: City of Angels, you solve a new case designed by Lara Wright (Kingdom Rush, Legend of Korra) and illustrated by Roland MacDonald (Undaunted: Normandy). In this exciting standalone case for Van Ryder Games' award-winning Detective: City of Angels, players must solve a diabolical mystery involving Russian spies and shadowy G-Men. Did Jack Sonin die of natural causes, or is there something else behind his untimely demise?

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Cooperative family game of adventure and mystery, combining a board game and app. An ancient prophecy says that a very serious danger is coming to the forest, and only brave people will be able to save this peaceful place. In each scenario, players must solve the mystery and obtain an item that will help them battle the robot destroying the forest.

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In Perspectives, each player has important information that will help you figure out what happened and find the solution. Three cases, each in four chapters. Compare photos, reports and clues... without looking at your team players' documents! Can you find the details that connect all the pieces of the puzzle? Work together to solve things.

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An illegal poker game and a diamond heist on the Mississippi River lead to a suspicious death. Six passengers tried their luck at the table, but who were they, what weapon did each carry, what dark criminal past were they hiding, and what cards were they dealt that fateful night? Use your detective skills, piece together the clues, solve the puzzles and find the culprit before they jump ship!

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Assess the evidence and find the killer in this crime investigation game! Hollywood darling Ruby Bloom is found dead on the set of her latest film. As an LAPD detective, it's your job to find out what happened... and you suspect murder. The star certainly had a reputation, and there is no shortage of suspects, but who hated her enough to take her last breath? Set in the Golden Age of Hollywood, this game invites you to investigate the crime scene, interrogate suspects and piece together evidence to form your conclusions about the murder. Can you look past the glitz and glamor to get the facts, accuse the right killer and bring them to justice? Be warned, detective, the case won't be easy - after all, in Tinseltown, a lie isn't a lie... it's just good acting.

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In the world of crypto, someone has committed murder... can you catch the killer? As a seasoned homicide detective, you thought you had seen it all. But when a cryptocurrency investor is found murdered, you are drawn into a dark world of envy and deceit. Zachary Prince is dead, just weeks after stealing millions from investors in an elaborate scam. There is no shortage of potential suspects with a motive, but there is a lack of witnesses. This crime requires nothing less than the very best detective. Examine the evidence and solve the puzzles to reveal the truth, track down the killer and bring them to justice. Show them that getting rich quick never pays off if you gamble on murder.

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MicroMacro: Crime City – Showdown is the fourth and final installment in MicroMacro's Crime City series. The game contains 16 brand new crimes to solve according to the well-known MicroMacro principle: using a large city map and the investigation cards of a crime, you search for clues and try to find evidence. You can play the different editions of MicroMacro separately.

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Welcome back to Crime City. You’ve solved countless crimes and sent many criminals to prison, but there are still unsolved cases. Once again, you’ll hit the streets of this crime-ridden metropolis to get to the bottom of the last mysteries. This box contains 14 cases with a total of 136 cards. The 3 epic scenarios are spread across different chapters and all 4 Crime City city maps. In addition, the Bonus Box contains 11 bonus scenarios – some of which have never been released before. Others were previously exclusive to events and game stores.

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