The Story
In the grand ballroom of Retribution Manor, costumed guests are gossiping at a masquerade party. Everyone wants to know: “Who invited us here?” “Who assigned us our mask colors?” “Who would throw such a lavish party in a haunted house?” No one has answers—they only know that they were instructed to be here, or their secrets would be revealed to the world.
One by one, they are called to the study to meet with the unknown host. After each meeting, a subdued guest shuffles out, muttering that “somebody should kill that guy!” The party continues with guests sullenly milling about and waiting for the host’s next ugly surprise.
The clock strikes midnight. On the twelfth chime, the study door flies open and a man cloaked in black stumbles out. “One of you did this! One of you—” He gasps and falls to the ground, dead, with a knife protruding from his back. His mask falls too, revealing the face of Ispil DeBeens, local historian and investigative reporter.
A cold wind blows through the room; the doors slam and lock shut. Howling is heard from every corner. The guests are trapped here with the ghosts that infest the manor! They stare at each other, wondering which of them had a secret so precious that it led to murder. YOU are one those guests.
DID YOU DO IT??
Appropriate for ages 16+!
Mentions death of a child, affairs, poisoning, modeling lingerie
This game takes 1-2 hours to play depending on your group size.
**For personal use only. If you would like to host a public event using one of our games, please contact us at support@broadwaymurdermysteries.com to discuss licensing.
The mystery is built to be played by 4-20+ characters, ANY of whom could be the murderer and each have gripping motives for murder. **Additional guests can play as “detectives” who ask questions each round and guess the killer at the end!
Beady she/her Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Beast (animal print) any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Black-and-White he/him Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Blue any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Brown he/him Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Feathery any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Floral any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Glittery any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Gray any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Green any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Lacy she/her Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Orange any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Pink any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Plaid any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Polka Dot any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Purple any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Red any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. White any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Wooden (wood grain) any Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game. Yellow Characters’ real names and exact occupations are revealed during the game.