Included free with every game

Every game now comes with its own app

Send cinematic invites, hand every guest a secret script on their phone, and let the app cast the killer.

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The Kit

What's In Your Kit

Character GuidesA booklet for every suspect — secrets included
Host Guide BookletStep-by-step hosting, zero prep stress
Detective Audio & VideoThe Detective sets the scene for you
EvidenceClues to reveal round by round
Costume SuggestionsDress the part, effortlessly
Invitation BookletsSet the scene before the night
Everything in your kitEverything in your kit

The Guest List · A Masquerade Murder

Meet the suspects

Every guest becomes a character. Choose your edition by how many join the party — the bigger the night, the deeper the cast.

4–8 Players The core cast — in every edition

4–14 Players More guests join the party

Unlocks with 4–14 & up

4–20 Players The full house

Unlocks with 4–20

Want every suspect at your table? Pick the 4–20 edition.

A Masquerade Murder

The year is 1755 and it’s Carnival season in Venice, time for the masquerade ball.

A chance for rich and poor, old, and young to come together everyone to be equal for a night. But when everyone is hiding their identity, it can be hard to know who you are talking to.

The question on everyone’s lips is who is the figure in red? Seen conversing with several guests but no one admits to knowing them.

A glass smashes and the figure is found dead on the floor.

Who were they? And why did someone want them dead? It’s your job to find out...

Game Length

Game Length

1.5 - 3.5 Hours

Difficulty

Difficulty

Medium

Game Setting

Game Setting

Masquerade Ball

Character Genders

Character Genders

Flexible

Included free with every game

The murderer is chosen in secret. Even you won't know.

Every game now comes with its own app. Send cinematic invitations, hand every guest a secret script on their phone, and let the app quietly cast the killer.

Invites with their faces on
1The Invitations

Invites with their faces on

Cast your guests and the app sends each one a cinematic invitation — their character, their costume brief, and an RSVP that fills your table for you.

Every phone becomes a secret dossier
2The Green Room

Every phone becomes a secret dossier

Before the party, each guest steps into the green room — their character portrait, their backstory, their costume, and lines only they can see.

The app picks the killer — in secret
3The Reckoning

The app picks the killer — in secret

One tap, and someone in the room becomes the murderer. Only their phone knows. They read the guilty lines; everyone else plays it straight. Nobody can spoil it — not even the host.

Evidence, detective audio — and one final countdown
4The Investigation

Evidence, detective audio — and one final countdown

Tap-to-examine evidence lands each round, the Detective's recordings set the scene, and when it's time, a synchronized countdown unmasks the killer on every phone at once.

More ways to play

Dress the part

Snap a photo in costume and it becomes your character's face all night — in the parlour, on the ballots and at the reveal.

Capture the night

Every guest's photos and videos collect in one shared party album — to relive the morning after.

Detective or suspect

Run the night as the Detective, or play a character yourself and let the app's recordings narrate.

Crown the winners

Vote on the honours — Best Detective, Best Costume, Best Liar — and crown them together at the end.

Free with every gameNo app store — plays in any browserNo accounts or sign-upsHost in person or over video call

Host A Murder Mystery Dinner Party

How It Works

How it works — Choose Your Suspects

Suspects

Choose Your Suspects

Pick the game version that suits your guest list, whether you’re planning a small murder mystery dinner party or a larger Masquerade-themed gathering.

How it works — Send Invitations & Character Roles

Invitations

Send Invitations & Character Roles

Invite your guests and send each person their character details and costume ideas before the party begins.

How it works — Set the Scene

The Scene

Set the Masquerade Scene

Add dinner, drinks, costumes or decorations to create the perfect Masquerade atmosphere. Keep it simple or go all out.

How it works — Start The Case

The Case

Start The Case

Start with the Detective’s opening statement, then let guests introduce their characters, mingle, gossip and begin uncovering secrets.

How it works — Secretly Choose the Murderer

The Murderer

Secretly Choose the Murderer

After the first round, the murderer is secretly selected, meaning the mystery can unfold differently each time you play.

How it works — Investigate the Evidence

Investigate

Investigate the Evidence

Follow the host guide through rounds of motive, opportunity and method as guests question each other, reveal clues and try to catch the killer.

How it works — Accuse, Reveal & Award Prizes

Accuse

Accuse, Reveal & Award Prizes

Everyone makes their final accusation before the murderer confesses. End the night with awards for best detective, best costume, best performer or most suspicious guest.

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The perfect whodunit gift

Buying it for someone else? After checkout, send it straight to their inbox as a gift — with a personal message, scheduled to land on the big day. They open a cinematic reveal, unlock the game, and the night is theirs to host.

Birthdays, Christmas or a date night in — choose the boxed kit and a beautifully made game arrives at their door — or send the digital edition straight to their inbox.

Enhance Your Masquerade Murder Mystery Dinner Party

Welcome to our dedicated section for all things murder mystery! Here, you'll find everything you need to create an unforgettable and immersive experience for your guests. Whether you're looking for menu ideas to tantalize taste buds, curated playlists to set the perfect mood, costume ideas to bring characters to life, or decoration tips to transform your space, we've got you covered.

Masquerade Party Music Ideas

Set the Scene with a Masquerade Dinner Party Playlist

Enhance your masquerade murder mystery with our curated playlist featuring classical music and elegant tunes. Perfect for creating an ambiance of sophistication and mystery, this playlist will transport your guests to a world of enchantment and intrigue.

Explore our playlist:

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Masquerade Decoration Ideas

Create an Elegant Atmosphere with Masquerade Decorations

Transform your space into an elegant Venetian ball with our masquerade-themed decoration ideas. From opulent masks to lavish drapery, our Pinterest board provides inspiration to set the perfect atmosphere for your murder mystery game. Create an unforgettable evening with stunning decorations that evoke the mystery and glamour of a masquerade ball.

Get inspired with our decoration ideas:

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Masquerade Dinner Menu Ideas

Exquisite Menu Ideas for Your Masquerade Party

Delight your guests with a menu inspired by the opulence of a Venetian ball. Our blog offers a variety of recipes for elegant dishes and sophisticated cocktails that will transport everyone to a world of luxury and mystery. From gourmet appetizers to decadent desserts, our menu ideas will make your masquerade party unforgettable.

Visit our blog for masquerade menu ideas:

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Hosted murder mystery event at a venue — commercial licensing

Running Mystery Nights for Your Business?

Planning to host this game at a paid or ticketed event, a corporate away-day, a pub or restaurant night, a team-building session — or anywhere it forms part of a business? You'll need a Commercial License.

It gives you the rights to run our mysteries for profit — at your venue, for your clients, or streamed publicly — professionally and fully covered. Add it to any game from £165. Already bought the game on its own? Purchase it again with the license and we'll refund your original order.

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FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

What is the best Masquerade murder mystery game?
Can I play this Masquerade murder mystery game with 10 people?
Is this Masquerade murder mystery game available for virtual play or in-person events?

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.

How long does it take to play this Masquerade murder mystery game?

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.

What is included in the Masquerade murder mystery game kit?

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.

Can I play this Masquerade murder mystery game more than once?

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.

What events or occasions is this Masquerade murder mystery game suitable for?

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.

What is the recommended age group for this Masquerade murder mystery game?

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.

Do players need to dress up in costumes for this Masquerade murder mystery?

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.

Can I add more players or characters to this Masquerade murder mystery game?

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.

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