# Clue: The Great Museum Caper

## General Info
- **Year Published**: 1991
- **BGG Rating**: 6.8
- **BGG Rank**: #3082
- **Players**: 2-7 (Best with: 4)
- **Duration**: 30 min
- **Weight**: 1.92 / 5
- **Designers**: Dave Rabideau, John LaBelle, Thomas Rabideau
- **Artists**: Tim Hildebrandt
- **Publishers**: Parker Brothers, Waddingtons
- **Categories**: Children's Game, Deduction
- **Mechanics**: Hidden Movement, Secret Unit Deployment, Square Grid, Team-Based Game

## Verdict
If you enjoy a strategic and suspenseful cat-and-mouse game, Clue: The Great Museum Caper is a great pick! It's a hidden movement game that pits one against all, with a classic Clue twist.Tense and exciting chaseEngaging hidden movementGreat for 2-7 playersEasy to learn and playOne vs. many can tireDetective dice luckTheme might be simpleRECOMMENDED

## Description
Get ready for an exciting museum chase in Clue: The Great Museum Caper! Here, one player takes on the role of the cunning thief, while the others form the detective team. The thief, with stealthy and secret movements, tries to steal valuable artworks in a private museum. With every step, they must use the darkness and security flaws to their advantage, even being able to turn off cameras and lights to mislead pursuers. The detectives, on the other hand, rely on their eyes, security cameras, and motion detectors to try and catch the culprit. The tension builds because the thief moves at a more deliberate pace, while detectives need to roll dice to advance. Once the thief grabs a painting, the chase becomes even more intense, as they can move up to three squares away from where the artwork was last seen. If a detective spots the thief directly, the hide-and-seek game ends, and the fugitive's identity is revealed. To complicate matters, some doors and windows are locked, requiring the thief to spend time to open them, alerting the detectives. The thief's goal is to steal a specific number of paintings and escape before being caught. In tournament-style games, each participant gets a chance to be the thief, adding an extra layer of strategy and competition. Awarded the Mensa Select seal in 1991, this game is a great choice for those who enjoy mystery and fast-paced chases, reminiscent of classics like Scotland Yard.

## FAQ
### How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 7 players. One plays as the thief, and the others as detectives.

### How long does a game session last?
Games are quick, typically lasting around 30 minutes.

### What is the game's complexity?
The complexity is low, with easy-to-understand rules, making it great for families and casual gamers.

### What comes in the box?
The game includes a board, thief and detective pieces, cards, markers, and other components for the museum heist.

### Is it a cooperative or competitive game?
It's semi-cooperative: the thief plays against all the detectives, who in turn work together to catch them.

### Do I need to know how to play the classic Clue game?
It's not necessary, although the theme is similar. The rules are independent and easy to learn.

### Who is this game best suited for?
It's ideal for families, casual groups, and fans of deduction and hidden movement games looking for a quick and fun experience.