Murder Mystery Party Case Files: Fire in Adlerstein

iDventure, Hobby World, Origames · Board game · 2018
1–5 · best 2 Solo 90–120 min Weight 2.3/5
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Our Verdict

Perfect for those who want to feel like a real detective without leaving home!

Highlights
  • Total immersion with physical items
  • Super engaging mystery
  • Very fun cooperative mode
  • Escape Room style experience
Keep in mind
  • Zero replayability
  • Requires a digital device
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About the game
Grab your badge, because the Adlerstein case just exploded! If you're the type who loves a good mystery and doesn't mind spending hours analyzing evidence, Murder Mystery Party Case Files: Fire in Adlerstein is your next obsession. The plot revolves around a suspicious fire in the city that resulted in a citizen's death, and now a journalist is being wrongfully accused of arson. Your job? Investigate whether he is truly the culprit or if someone is trying to frame him. The real standout here is the immersion: you aren't just staring at a board; you're handling real physical objects and integrating them with digital elements via an app or website. This provides a true police investigation feel, very much in the style of 'CSI'. The game is incredibly versatile: you can play in cooperative mode, joining forces with friends to solve the crime, or in competitive mode, where split teams race to uncover the killer first. Once you think you've got it, just enter the culprit's name into the digital system to see if you hit the mark. It's a tense, realistic experience that demands attention to detail. Just a heads-up: since it's a single case, once it's solved, the fun is done. It's the perfect game for a night of detectives, whether you're looking for a logical challenge or a 'escape room' experience right at your dining table.
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Category: Escape Room Games Components: Digital Hybrid – App/Website Required Misc: Limited Replayability Series: Detective Stories (iDventure) Series: Krimi-Puzzle (FX Schmidt) Series: Murder Mystery Party Case Files (University Games)
Publisher iDventure, Hobby World, Origames, University Games
Designer Alexander Krys, Christoph Kossendey, Denis Terenichev, Ekaterina Terenicheva, Georgij Shugol
Artist Alexander Krys, Christoph Kossendey, Georgij Shugol
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I play solo?
Yes! You can play solo in cooperative mode or compete against the game.
Do I need an app?
Yes, the game uses digital elements to validate your findings and provide hints.
Is the game difficult?
The complexity is moderate; it requires attention to detail but is accessible for beginners.
How many players can play?
1 to 5 players, and it can be played in teams for extra fun.
Can I play it again after solving it?
Since it's a single case, once you find the culprit, the mystery is over.