We’re always amazed by the creativity and enthusiasm our Foulplay murder mystery hosts bring to the table, but occasionally, we come across a party that leaves our jaws on the floor. That was certainly the case with Brian(@brianpatrickwilliams), today’s featured Foulplay host! Brian recently hosted our Wanderstar space western murder mystery, taking the event to another level with his incredible attention to detail. When guests arrived, they were transported into a fully realized world—complete with a decontamination chamber! Brian’s commitment to transforming his space into a futuristic frontier was nothing short of spectacular.

Looking for a unique and engaging holiday gift idea that everyone can enjoy? A murder mystery game makes the perfect gift for friends, family, and even coworkers, bringing people together for a fun, memorable experience that stands out from the usual indoor experiences. In this post, we’ll explore why a murder mystery game is a great choice for holiday gifting and how it creates unforgettable moments for all gatherings. Here’s everything you need to know about giving the gift of mystery and intrigue this holiday season!

Introducing Blade of Fate—our first-ever boxed murder mystery party kit, now available! This high-fantasy game for 6 players brings mystery, magic, and suspense straight to your home. Immerse yourself in a world of secrets and spells as you and your friends dive into an unforgettable night of twists and deadly intrigue. Ready to unbox your next adventure?

So, you’ve been invited to your first murder mystery party and are wondering, “How do I play?” As a first-time guest, playing a murder mystery can be exciting and a little nerve-wracking, but it’s all about having fun! In this blog post, we’ll share some helpful tips and tricks to guide you through the experience and ensure you enjoy the game to its fullest.

Halloween is creeping up fast, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by throwing a murder mystery party! If you’re looking to add an extra thrill to your Halloween festivities, we’ve got the perfect collection of mystery games to set the scene. From eerie woods and haunted cabins to kid-friendly mysteries, here are our top spooky-themed murder mystery games for Halloween. 

Looking to throw an unforgettable and fun Halloween party without the kids? An adult Halloween murder mystery party may be just what you need to elevate your spooky soiree! These parties are not only thrilling but are also a great way to engage and entertain your friends, family, or colleagues. Planning a party like this can feel daunting if you're unsure where to start, but don't worry, we've got you covered! In this guide, we'll walk you through each step to ensure your Halloween murder mystery party is a spine-tingling success!

Do you love sharp political drama and compelling characters? Do you find yourself glued to the latest presidential polls and election coverage? If you thrive on the excitement of political maneuvering, scandal, and power plays, then Murder, She Vote is the perfect game for you. Our newest murder mystery party will immerse you in a high-stakes political thriller where every guest has a secret and every move could be a game-changer!

Murder mystery parties are a fantastic way to engage friends, family, or colleagues in an evening of suspense, intrigue, and fun. One of the first steps to planning your party is picking an appropriate setting. The setting can significantly enhance your experience, making your event more memorable! If you're wondering where to host your next murder mystery party, here are some various and creative ideas to consider.

Deciding to host a murder mystery party is one thing, but choosing the perfect murder mystery game is a whole other story. There are hundreds of games available on the market which can make the decision feel overwhelming. Before we started Foulplay Games, we used to host murder mystery parties of our own, and we know first-hand how hard it can be to pick a game for your group. Fortunately, there are a few factors that can help narrow your choices, if you know where to look! Here are some tips to help you pick the murder mystery party that will be the perfect fit for your special occasion!

Murder mystery parties are an exciting way to spend an evening with friends, bringing drama, suspense, and theatrics into your usual game night. If you're preparing to participate in a murder mystery party for the first-time and want to dive deep into your character--and win the coveted best performer award--, here are some tips and tricks to help you get into character.

So, you were just invited to your first murder mystery party and are wondering, where do I even start? Solving the whodunnit as a first-time player can be both challenging and exhilarating. In this blog post, we'll share some of the best tips and tricks for solving a murder mystery at a murder mystery party so you can surprise folks with your super sleuthing.

How to Host the Perfect Murder Mystery Party: A Step-by-Step Guide

We are always impressed by the creativity and ingenuity of our Foulplay murder mystery party hosts, but occasionally there is a party that leaves us truly speechless. That was the case meeting Tiger, our featured Foulplay party host! We met Tiger out and about in the Seattle theater community and learned that not only has he hosted Murder at Menlo Park 5 times, he used his skills as a software engineer and merged them with his party hosting chops to create a mind-blowing technical marvel for his games! Read on for his take on Murder at Menlo Park!

When we talk to potential customers, we are often asked, “Will I be able to host a murder mystery party even if I am anxious about it going well?’, “How do you convince your friends to do something like this?”, What if my friends are introverted/shy/anxious?” As long-time party planners, we understand the anxiety–but we also know that hosting a murder mystery party can reveal just how capable you are as well as garner a few surprises from your friends while they have a ton of fun! It’s always the most helpful for us to hear first-time hosts share their experience, and when we heard from Stella about her murder mystery party, we knew we had to feature her! Read on below to see how Stella transformed her house into a 1920s party that would rival one of Gatsby’s soirees!

If you're thinking of planning a murder mystery party for New Year’s Eve, you've come to the right place! Murder mystery parties are an exciting, engaging, and fun way to entertain your friends, family, or colleagues during this festive time of year. However, planning a mystery party can be overwhelming if you're not sure where to start. Fortunately, we're here to help! In this post, we'll provide a step-by-step strategy guide on how to plan the perfect NYE murder mystery party.

If you're thinking of planning a murder mystery party for the holiday season, you've come to the right place! Murder mystery parties are an exciting, engaging, and fun way to entertain your friends, family, or colleagues during this festive time of year. However, planning a mystery party can be overwhelming if you're not sure where to start. Fortunately, we're here to help! In this post, we'll provide a step-by-step strategy guide on how to plan the perfect holiday murder mystery party.

Running a murder mystery side hustle, we never know what fun emails we will get in our inbox each day. Such was the case when brand new Foulplayer, Chandler, reached out asking if we had any extra characters for Murder at Menlo Park. As the conversation continued, we came to find out that Chandler had some pretty amazing ideas for his first murder mystery game! After hearing his creative plans, we asked if he would be willing to submit his party to the blog, and luckily for us and our readers, he said yes! From a custom Wordle to handmade evidence, he went all in! Read on for Chandler’s story on how he hosted a murder mystery party for the first time after finding us on TikTok, with a ton of creative touches!

When we think about who is best equipped to solve a murder, a group of 20 law students certainly fits the bill! Melissa and her boyfriend, a current law student, had spent months talking about hosting a murder mystery party and finally decided to take the plunge. As a first time host, Melissa was looking for a structured game with a lot of characters and decided on our vintage carnival game, The Curious Carnival. Read on for Melissa’s story on how she hosted a wildly successful and immersive murder mystery game for 20 people!

If you're thinking of planning a murder mystery party for the Christmas season, you've come to the right place! Murder mystery parties are an exciting, engaging, and fun way to entertain your friends, family, or colleagues during this festive time of year. However, planning a mystery party can be overwhelming if you're not sure where to start. Fortunately, we're here to help! In this post, we'll provide a step-by-step strategy guide on how to plan the perfect Christmas murder mystery party.

First-time Foulplayer, Andrew, met us at Norwescon and played in one of our pop-up games (and even won best performer!). He decided to host his first murder mystery party for a “house con” and chose our true crime-themed murder mystery game, The Wych Elm, and we loved hearing all the fun stories from the night. Check out our interview with Andrew below for tips and tricks on how to host your own murder mystery party!