Mystery Party Night: Thrilling Games to Keep the Fun Going
- Ashley Seybolt
- Apr 20
- 3 min read
Whether you're winding down after one of our immersive Skills Murder Mysteries events or just want to keep the vibes thrilling and mysterious, we’ve got the perfect way to extend the evening. Enter: Murder-Themed Game Night — a lineup of strategy, suspense, laughter, and a little friendly competition.
These carefully chosen games are perfect for mystery lovers, puzzle solvers, and party-goers who don’t want the fun to end once the case is closed.
Perfect Pairing Board Games
Once you've interrogated suspects and solved your main case, keep the spirit alive with these murder and deduction-based board games. They're ideal for mystery lovers, puzzle solvers, and party-goers who don’t want the fun to end.
A modern, globe-trotting take on the classic Clue game. This version adds secret missions, high-tech espionage, and a sense of urgency that makes it feel more like a Bond film than a board game.
Deception: Murder in Hong Kong
Think fast, lie better. This game mixes hidden roles with lightning-speed deduction. One player is the forensic scientist, one is the killer, and everyone else has to figure it out before time runs out.
Part séance, part Clue, this visually stunning game has one player act as a ghost, giving abstract visions to psychic investigators to solve their own murder. It’s equal parts eerie and enchanting.
Perfect for quick rounds and big energy, this game is a social deduction whirlwind. No moderator needed, and a free app guides you through the action. Expect lots of yelling, accusations, and surprise twists.
Inspired by true crime podcasts, this card-based game has players piecing together clues to solve a mystery—while one of you may be hiding something. Perfect for fans of My Favorite Murder or Serial, it’s quick to learn and replayable, with just the right mix of deduction and drama.
A hilarious, fast-paced game where players answer questions as if they were someone else—then everyone guesses who wrote what. Perfect for breaking the ice and stirring up laughter, especially after a tense murder mystery round.
This snarky, fast-paced party game throws you into over-the-top murder scenarios—with one goal: talk your way out. With 300+ ridiculous prompts, it's perfect for fans of improv, dark humor, and thinking on their feet.
A hauntingly beautiful silent role-playing game played entirely through text messages. Set in a small town after a girl goes missing, this immersive experience is part mystery, part emotional journey—perfect for smaller, story-driven groups.
The Unseen
A sleek, easy-to-learn social deduction game where players bluff, betray, and uncover hidden identities. With fast rounds and tons of replayability, it’s perfect for groups who love the thrill of not knowing who to trust.
Disturbed Friends
A wildly funny and revealing card game where players vote on who in the group best fits outrageous prompts. Great for breaking the ice or stirring up some playful drama—perfect after a murder mystery or during game night laughs.
Psycho Killer
A fast-paced, darkly hilarious card game where you dodge danger, sabotage friends, and try not to get slashed. Think slasher movie meets strategic party chaos—quick to learn and impossible to play just once.
Wrap-Up
The mystery doesn’t have to end when the killer is revealed. With these thrilling, clever, and occasionally hilarious games, you can transform your post-event hangout into a murder-themed afterparty your guests won’t stop talking about.
Looking to host your own immersive murder mystery experience? Check out Skills Murder Mysteries for game kits, host tools, and everything you need to bring your sleuthing dreams to life.
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