Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game

Solve real crimes using an actual online database

πŸ‘₯ 1–5 players⏱ approx. 180 minπŸͺ„ Takes some learning16+
🀝 Cooperative🧩 Solo modeβ˜… 7.2 Β· BGG #348

Who it's for

Groups of 2-4 who enjoy true crime, puzzle-solving, and don't mind spending an evening debating evidence. Brilliant for couples who love escape rooms.

Not for you if…

Skip if you want a traditional board game experience or dislike reading lots of text. Requires internet access and patience for slow-burn investigation.

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Vibe's take

Immersive, cerebral, collaborative, absorbing

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About this game

Cooperative investigation game where players work as detectives solving interconnected cases using an online database. You'll search real websites, cross-reference testimony, and piece together evidence across multiple sessions to crack a sprawling criminal conspiracy.

CooperativeOnline integrationCampaign modeSolo friendly

By the numbers

Players

Best at 2 playersWorks with 1–4

Duration

120–180 min

Ages 16+

Complexity

2.7 / 5 β€” Medium

BGG Rating

7.2/10

Rank #348

12k ratings

Published

2018

Language

Heavy text

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