If you enjoy fast-paced games, full of tension, and with that 'just one more card' feeling, 'Murder, She Crows' is for you! It blends the satisfaction of set collection with the adrenaline of 'push your luck', creating an addictive experience. It's the kind of game you unbox and immediately want to play again, perfect for warming up the table or ending the night on a high note.
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Highlights
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Quick and easy to learn
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Engaging push-your-luck mechanic
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Interesting tactical decisions
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Indirect player interaction
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High replayability
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Can be frustrating when busting
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Reliance on luck of the draw
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Slightly abstract theme
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About the game
What you do in a play session
In 'Murder, She Crows', get ready for an intriguing hunt where the objective is to solve 'murders' in a very peculiar way: by forming sets of cards. A 'murder' can be a group of three or more cards of the same value, or a run of three or more cards of consecutive values (like 1, 2, 3...). The cool thing is that you can build a set and a run simultaneously, keeping them in separate piles in front of you. Each round, the excitement begins by revealing two cards. You choose one to keep, if it fits your run or set, and discard the other. If neither works, both go to the discard pile. But the real adrenaline kicks in when you decide to keep revealing cards, one at a time. You can stop at any point, but if a card doesn't fit into any of your ongoing 'crimes', you 'bust'! Your turn ends immediately, and you only keep the first card revealed, if it can be used. Other players, in reverse order, can 'steal' a card from the discard pile if it's useful to them. Maneuvering between the risk of 'busting' and the temptation to draw more cards is the heart of the game. You can score or discard a run or a set at any point during your turn, but not after you've 'busted'. Scoring is simple: add up the value of the cards, round up to the nearest multiple of 5, and earn one point on the score track. Oh, and if you pass a coin on the track, you get a chance to take a card from the discard pile for your collections. It's a fast-paced game full of risky decisions!
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1–4 players
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What is the average playtime for Murder, She Crows? expand_more
A game of Murder, She Crows is super quick, taking between 15 to 30 minutes. Perfect for filling those gaps between bigger games or for a quick fun session.
How many players can participate? expand_more
The game accommodates 1 to 4 players, which makes it very versatile. You can play solo to practice your strategies or with friends for a lively competition.
What is the complexity level of the game? expand_more
Murder, She Crows is a light game with easy-to-understand rules. The complexity arises more in the 'push your luck' decisions and managing your collections, but it's very accessible for beginners.
What are the main components of the game? expand_more
As a card game, the main components are the playing cards and likely some sort of score track or markers, but the focus is entirely on the cards and their combinations.
Who is Murder, She Crows recommended for? expand_more
It's highly recommended for those who enjoy card games with 'push your luck' and 'set collection' mechanics. If you like the thrill of taking a bit of a risk for a greater reward, you'll love it!
Are there any expansions for the game? expand_more
As of now, there is no information about expansions for Murder, She Crows. But with its simple and effective mechanics, the base game already offers plenty of fun.
Is the 'murder' theme heavy? expand_more
No, the 'murder' theme is quite abstract and serves only as a fun concept for forming card sets. It's a light and casual game, without heavy graphic or narrative elements.
