50 Clues: The Pendulum of the Dead

Norsker Games, Albi, Albi Polska · Board game · 2019

— Ludopedia 6.3 BGG 1–5 · best 2 Solo 90 min Weight 2.1/5

Buy · from US$ 1.30

— rating Ludopedia

6.3 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 1.30

Our Verdict

RECOMMENDED

If you're a fan of mysteries, deduction games, and love the adrenaline of an escape room, but prefer the comfort of your couch, *50 Clues: The Pendulum of the Dead* is a sure bet! It's an immersive and narrative experience that pulls you into Maria's story from the first minute, with clever puzzles and a suspenseful atmosphere that keeps you hooked until the end. Perfect for a game night with friends or even a solo adventure.

Highlights

Engaging mystery
Escape room at home
Clever puzzles
Immersive narrative
Interactive app

Keep in mind

App required
Can be linear
Mature theme

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to dive into a dark and twisty mystery with *50 Clues: The Pendulum of the Dead*! This is the first chapter of an electrifying trilogy that puts you in the shoes of Maria, a woman who finds herself locked in a psychiatric ward and desperately needs to escape to find her son before it's too late. The premise already hooks you, right? It's a race against time and against sanity itself, where every clue counts to unravel what's truly happening.

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Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

2 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–5 players

1 BEST

2 BEST

3 REC

4 OK

5 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher Norsker Games, Albi, Albi Polska, Blackrock Games, BlackSands Games, Game Factory, Gen-X Games (GenX), Geronimo Games, Mandoo Games

Designer Jeppe Norsker

Artist Jeppe Norsker

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

1,575owners

121wishlist

9want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions

How many players can participate in 50 Clues: The Pendulum of the Dead?

The game is designed for 1 to 5 players, making it super versatile! You can play solo and dive into the story, or gather your friends to solve the mystery as a team.

What is the average game duration?

Expect a session of about 90 minutes. It's enough time to get involved in the narrative, solve the puzzles, and feel the tension of the mystery without dragging on too long.

Do I need an app or internet to play?

Yes! *50 Clues* is a digital hybrid game. You'll need a smartphone or tablet to use the app that manages solutions, advances the story, and provides hints if you get stuck. It's essential for the full experience!

What is the game's complexity? Is it easy to learn?

With a BGG weight of 2.0556/5, it's considered light to medium complexity. The basic rules are easy to pick up, but the puzzles can require good reasoning. It's accessible for newcomers but challenging enough for those with experience in deduction games.

Does the game have replayability?

Like most escape room and narrative-focused mystery games, replayability is limited. Once you unravel the mystery and know the story, the surprise is gone. But the first playthrough experience is very memorable!

Who is this game recommended for?

It's perfect for fans of escape rooms, deduction games, and mystery stories with a touch of horror. If you enjoy solving riddles, working as a team (or solo), and don't mind mature themes, you'll have a blast!