Masquerade Ball Murder Mystery Game – Boxed Edition

This is a physical, boxed kit designed for hosting an in-person masquerade ball, gathering your guests together around the dinner table for the full immersive experience.

If you would prefer to play virtually over a video call such as Zoom, a digital and printable version of this masquerade mystery is also available, which is better suited to remote play. The physical kit itself is intended for guests who are together in the same room.

A Masquerade Murder typically plays out over roughly 1.5 to 3.5 hours, making it an ideal centrepiece for a dinner party or evening event.

The exact running time depends on your group size, how much time you spend dining between rounds and how deeply your guests get into their characters and the investigation. Larger groups and a relaxed, multi-course dinner naturally push towards the longer end.

A Masquerade Murder is a physical, boxed murder mystery kit posted directly to you, ready to host a lavish Venetian masquerade ball for up to 20 adult guests. Everything you need to run the evening arrives in the box, so there is nothing to print or piece together yourself.

Inside you will find Host Guide Booklets to walk you through the night, Detective Audio Files to guide the investigation, an Evidence Book, individual Character Booklets for each guest, in-character Costume Suggestions and Invitation Booklets to send out ahead of the party.

Set in Venice during the 1755 Carnival season, the kit gives you all the scripts, clues and character detail needed to uncover who murdered the mysterious figure in red.

Yes, A Masquerade Murder is fully replayable. The murderer is randomly selected each time you play, so the culprit and the outcome can change from one game night to the next.

That means you can host the same Venetian masquerade with a different group of friends, or run it again with the same guests in new character roles, and enjoy a fresh mystery to solve each time.

A Masquerade Murder makes an elegant and memorable centrepiece for a dinner party, birthday celebration or special get-together with friends and family.

Its glamorous Venetian masquerade theme suits occasions where you want a touch of sophistication and drama, from adult party nights and anniversaries to Mardi Gras and fancy-dress events. With space for up to 20 players, it works equally well for an intimate dinner or a larger celebration.

This game is recommended for players aged 14 and over. The mature themes, character intrigue and medium level of difficulty make it best suited to teenagers and adults.

It is a particularly great fit for an adult dinner party, where guests can fully embrace their characters and enjoy the scheming and secrets of a Venetian masquerade ball.

Costumes are entirely optional, but with a Venetian masquerade theme they are very much encouraged and add hugely to the atmosphere of the evening.

Each character comes with in-character costume suggestions in their booklet, leaning towards elegant, fantasy-inspired masquerade dress. Think ornate masks, gowns and suits to capture the opulence and mystery of a 1755 Carnival ball.

Guests who prefer not to dress up can still take part fully, but a mask at the very least helps everyone get into the spirit of the masquerade.

This masquerade kit is designed to accommodate up to 20 adult players, with a flexible cast of male, female and gender-neutral characters so roles can be assigned to suit your guest list.

If you would like to expand your party further, expansion packs are available for many of our games to add extra players and characters. Feel free to get in touch if you would like help tailoring the game to a larger gathering.