5 murder mystery party games perfect for New Year's Eve
When you think about it, New Year's Eve is the perfect time to throw a murder mystery party. Everyone's all dressed up, you've already got the fancy snacks, and the whole thing's guaranteed to finish with a bang!
Our murder mystery games take anywhere from 1-4 hours (depending on how many people you have) which means they're perfect to play while you're waiting for the big countdown. There's plenty of time to catch the culprit and have the case sewn up before midnight. But you can also pause your investigations for fireworks and a quick blast of Auld Lang Syne, before partying--and probing each other for clues--into the wee hours!
Whatever your plans, here are our top 5 murder mysteries for New Year's Eve!
Murder in the Roaring '20s
"Dahlings, please, let’s not make a fuss" - Greta Garbled, actress
If you're looking for an excuse to get dolled up and pop the champagne, Murder in the Roaring '20s has it all: the glitz and glamour of the 1920s, with an elegant setting, stylish suspects and scintillating dialogue. It really is the cat's pyjamas!
Murder at the Disco
"I’m working for the NYPD baby! Who do you work for?" - Don Shaft, detective
With sexy suspects like Foxy Casablancas, Tony Revolta and Angel Force, this murder mystery let's you strut your stuff on the dancefloor as well as the crime scene. Throw on some groovy threads and spin up our Spotify playlist to bring on that night fever!
Murder at the Casino
"Winner gets to keep the car, and the monkey!" - Lucky Hart, poker ace
Play fast and loose on the neon strip with this Las Vegas thriller packed with heists and high rollers. It's easy to decorate with playing cards and poker chips, and some Sinatra swing will really set the mood. You can even raise the stakes and let your guests place bets on who the murderer is!
Murder at the Pizzeria
"Mess with me and you’ll get stuffed and rolled" - Don Cannelloni, 'businessman'
Tuck into a riotous evening of pasta puns and cheesy jokes to solve a murder at Bella Morte's Italian Restaurant. If you've ever wanted to get a monk and a mobster in the room at the same time, here's your chance... you might find they have more in common than you think!
Murder on Starship Deathstation
"Tell Shabba I’ve got his money" - Han Sandwich, smuggler
Set your phasers to fun and boldly go... back to a time when the Captain was still Kirk and there were Klingons on the starboard bow. It's murder Jim but not as we know it, in this parody bursting with references to all your favourite classic sci-fi franchises!
Not sure which one to choose? Check out the character bios and costume suggestions here!
