Throw a summer murder mystery party without having a meltdown

A murder mystery might not be the first thing you associate with summer, but it could just be the escape you need after a long muggy week at work. You can visit a ristorante in sun-soaked Italy, a sizzling nightclub in New York City, a lavish A-list garden party or a casino on the Las Vegas strip - all without leaving your backyard!

If that sounds tempting, check out the list below. We’ve hand-picked 4 of our hottest murder mystery themes to play with friends and family this summer. Best of all they’re super easy to host, so whether you’re bringing out a buffet or firing up the barbecue, you’ll barely break a sweat!

Murder at the Pizzeria

Invite the family round for an impromptu get-together with an Italian flavour. It couldn’t be easier to turn your home into Bella Morte’s Pizzeria - just add pasta or pizza (and maybe some wine!) then let the game do the rest. Murder at the Pizzeria is deep-filled with suspicious characters, topped with tasty clues and oozing with cheesy puns. Plus it’s ideal if you don’t want the kids to hear anything too saucy!

Murder at the Disco

It’s hot in New York City and a homicide has just gone down at Disco 54. But that won’t stop DJ Deadpan who’s here to make sure you don’t miss a beat. With characters like Soux Patroopa the Swedish pop star and king of the dancefloor Tony Revolta, Murder at the Disco is great if you’re celebrating a 50th birthday or just the end of the week! Stick on our 1970s playlist and solve the murder of Doctor Disco as you boogie the night away!

Simply Murder at the Garden Party

Turn a lazy afternoon into an exclusive VIP affair with this star-studded murder mystery. With celebs like Nigella Awesome, Belé and even Hollywood actress Dignity Rivers, someone’s definitely going to make the front page tomorrow. Simply Murder at the Garden Party is so easy to host, you don’t even need to plan in advance. Serve with a barbecue, some cold beers, or just a smile! 

Murder at the Casino

Step into a world of bright lights and big spenders to solve the murder of casino owner Sterling Argento. Whether you mix up some cocktails, set up a poker table, or just let the chips fall where they may, Murder at the Casino can be your oasis in the desert of ordinary life. Invite your friends to come as stylish crooner Hank Piñata, fruity performer Margarita de Ville, high-roller Bugsy Beluga and more!