Reflections from Running a Murder Mystery Company in 2024
As 2024 draws to a close, we’re reflecting on an incredible year filled with creativity, connection, and big milestones for us as a small women-owned business. We’re so grateful for the fantastic Foulplay Games community (aka, “Foulplayers”) and are thrilled to share some highlights from this year:
✨ Spotlighting Featured Parties and Expert Tips
This year, we continued spotlighting incredible murder mystery parties on our blog, sharing the best tips and tricks to help you host unforgettable events! From themed inspirations to practical advice, our blog has become a go-to resource for party-planning enthusiasts.
We loved featuring murder mystery party hosts!
✨ Introducing Murder She Vote
In 2024, we launched Murder She Vote, our second large-format game for 15-24 players. This political thriller captured hearts and imaginations during a politically contentious time, and we’ve been blown away by how much you all loved it. It’s been amazing to see all the ways that you brought the story to life!
Step into the world of high-stakes politics with Murder, She Vote! This murder mystery party game for 15–24 players is gender-neutral and perfect for adults who love The West Wing, House of Cards, or Veep. Host online or in-person for a thrilling night of intrigue and betrayal.
✨ Making a Splash at Major Events
This year, we experienced the excitement of showcasing our games at PAX West for the very first time and were honored to return as a featured partner at Emerald City Comic Con! We also once again tabled and hosted games at GeekGirlCon (both in-person and on twitch!)Sharing our games with new and returning fans throughout the year was truly one of the major highlights of the year for us! highlight of the year
Murder mystery party games at PAX West 2024!
✨ Launching Our First Physical Boxed Game
2024 marked a major milestone with the release of our first physical murder mystery party kit, The Blade of Fate. Designed for six players, this boxed game has everything you need to dive into the action, fully prepared and ready to play. Seeing your enthusiasm for this format has been inspiring, and we are proud of ourselves for extending ourselves to try something new!
Step into a realm of magic and betrayal with Blade of Fate, our first boxed murder mystery party kit. Designed for 6 players, this high-fantasy whodunnit transforms your living room into a night of deadly secrets, clever plots, and unforgettable intrigue. Open the box and let the mystery unfold.
✨ Bringing Games to Life Locally
We hosted in-person party games for local restaurants and even a team at Xbox in Redmond, WA. There’s nothing quite like seeing a murder mystery come to life!
✨ Growing on TikTok
Our TikTok community has continued to grow, becoming a vibrant space for connection, creativity, and conversation. We’ve loved sharing tips, behind-the-scenes content, and building a closer connection with our fans.
What Truly Matters
While we’ve celebrated many milestones this year, YOU mean the most to us. Your feedback, photos, and stories make it all worthwhile. We read every email and cherish every moment you share with us. Seeing how creatively you bring our games to life keeps us motivated, even as we balance full-time jobs with this passion project.
Thank you for your continued support, encouragement, and love for murder mystery games. It’s because of you that Foulplay Games thrives.
Here’s to an even more exciting 2025. Wishing you all a wonderful New Year full of joy, adventure, and just a touch of mystery!
With gratitude,
Maddy & Kristen
Foulplay Games
