
Product Overview
Detective For A Day: Murder at the Graduation Party is an interactive murder mystery game where players work cooperatively to solve the murder of 18-year-old student Ida Oppdal at a 2017 graduation party. The case file includes newspapers, witness statements, autopsy reports, phone records, maps, and photos, plus online access to surveillance videos and websites. Players examine evidence showing glass shards in the victim's scalp and rohypnol in her blood while all suspects maintain rock-solid alibis, creating a challenging investigation that takes an average of 2 to 3 hours to complete.
- Realistic crime investigation with a beautifully constructed case file that challenges investigative and problem-solving skills
- Cooperative gameplay for 2 to 5 players recommended (no limit on total participants), ages 12 and up, combining physical evidence with internet-based clues
- Three-step investigation process: examine the evidence, look for suspicious clues, and catch the killer
Full Details
Care Notes
- storage: Store case file materials in a dry location to prevent damage to paper documents and photos.
Use Cases
- Game night with friends or family
- Interactive party entertainment for small groups
- Solo detective puzzle challenge
- Gift for mystery and true crime enthusiasts
- Cooperative investigation activity for teens and adults
- Weekend evening entertainment
Skills Developed
- primary skill: Problem-solving
- critical thinking: Analyzing evidence and witness statements to identify inconsistencies
- deductive reasoning: Drawing conclusions from multiple sources of information
Age Suitability
- minimum safe age: 12 years
- ideal age range: 12 and up
Play Patterns
- primary play type: Cooperative investigation
- play structure: Players examine physical evidence and access online materials to solve a murder case
- social context: Solo or group play with collaborative problem-solving (2 to 5 players recommended)
- session length: Average of 2 to 3 hours
What Makes It Fun
- Players work together to investigate a realistic murder case, examining evidence from a graduation party crime scene right at home.
Why They'll Love It
- * Realistic case file for crime investigation play * Cooperative game for 2 to 5 players recommended * Average of 2 to 3 hours of playtime
Customer Q&A
How many players can participate?
The game recommends 2 to 5 people, but there is no limit to how many people can solve the case.
How long does it take to solve the case?
It takes an average of 2 to 3 hours to solve each case.
What materials are included in the case file?
The case file includes newspapers, witness statements, autopsy reports, phone records, maps, and photos.
Does the game require internet access?
Yes, players need internet access to view surveillance videos, websites, and additional online content.
What is the plot of the mystery?
Players investigate the murder of 18-year-old student Ida Oppdal at a graduation party in 2017. The autopsy report shows glass shards in her scalp and rohypnol in her blood, and all suspects have rock-solid alibis.
What age is this game recommended for?
The game is recommended for ages 12 and up.