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4 Elements of a Fabulous Party

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under The Art of Party Hosting

I am often asked what makes a great party great and a horrible party – well, a “Hindenburg”. People tend to ask me this with the expectation of one simple, brilliant answer that will guarantee party success. Unfortunately, it’s not as simple as cutting the crusts off your little sandwiches to ensure everyone has fun, but there are four very distinct elements each great party – elements the bombs have lacked. While defining these oh-so-important elements of a fabulous... 

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The Christmas Party Prankster

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Christmas Games, Kids Games

T’is the season – to prank your friends? It’s the night of Brittany Smythe’s yearly Christmas party, and everyone is excited for a night of gifts, carols and festive cheer. But before the festivities can even begin, it’s discovered there is a prankster in attendance! Who could have the motive, means an opportunity to pull off these pranks, and most importantly, why? Everyone there quickly turns from guest to suspect in the craziest investigation to ever hit the holiday... 

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The Summer School Swiper Mystery Game

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Kids Games

Class is in session… This game was created for older kids and teens. The crime is theft, not murder. It’s the last day of summer school and Professor Pockerton’s book, containing everyone’s marks, has been stolen! The thief must be exposed before class is dismissed! An 8 character mystery game for teens/tweens. The Summer School Swiper – Instant Download, no waiting or shipping fees! Price: $32.99 Qty: Personalize The Summer School Swiper Price: $231.99 Qty: ... 

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Wizards – The Wands Of Procyon

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Halloween Games, Kids Games

The Most Powerful Wands In History Are About To Be Stolen! It’s a normal day – at least, as normal as a day inside Hyades Wizarding School can be, when suddenly an alarm sounds – an alarm that heralds shocking news: The ancient and powerful Wands of Procyon have been stolen from the Torchwood Room, where they were displayed, on loan from the Royal Wizarding Museum . The magical logs quickly tell who was in the room at the time of the theft, and the suspects are quickly rounded up.... 

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Teachers From Another Planet

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Featured, Halloween Games, Kids Games

There’s something about her – something odd that you can’t seem to put your finger on. You look down at your text book, scribble some figures on paper, but your mind isn’t focused where it should be. Was it your imagination, or did your teacher just stick her tongue out and twitch? You must be seeing things… but then there have always been strange things going on a Rush Summit Collegiate. With your classmate Flo’s recent disappearance, everything has you on edge – and how is a... 

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The Halloween Howler

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games, Halloween Games

**This mystery is for ADULTS ONLY! Consider yourself warned!**   Witches are cackling Bats are flying by It’s bound to be a wild night ‘Cause someone’s gonna die… You’re carving your Halloween pumpkin when The Invitation arrives and you breathe a sigh of relief. You’ve been worried you wouldn’t be invited to Maria Stratford’s annual Halloween Howler – the event of the year in your society circle. Not receiving an invitation signifies social demaise – a fate worse than... 

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The Santa Strangling

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games, Christmas Games

He sees you when your sleeping … Simply pick the amount of players you need below and click to view all the details! *In addition to the characters below, an “Optional Character Expansion Pack” with 1 optional female character and 1 optional male character are also available on each game page* This mystery has murder and is rated 3/5 on the “clean” scale. There is a murder and mentions of sexuality, but no drug references.  This mystery is recommended for a mature... 

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Nightmare In The Newsroom Murder Mystery Game

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games

It’s The Chronicle’s 25th anniversary, but that’s not all they are celebrating. Editor-in-Chief Barty Barker is retiring from his 25-year career, handing the reins over to Milton Muckler, an outspoken editorialist in the prime of his career. But when Milton Muckler is found dead in the basement production room, those celebrating his success turn into murder suspects. Who killed Milton Muckler, and why are the police taking so long to arrive? Nightmare in the Newsroom... 

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Murder On The Mound Murder Mystery Game

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games

DAZZLE YOUR WORLD SERIES PARTY GUESTS OR BASEBALL ENTHUSIAST GUEST OF HONOUR WITH A GOOD OLD FASHIONED MURDER MYSTERY! The game is just beginning… Arby Whinger, The Angel’s pitcher, has dropped dead on the mound. A heart attack is quickly ruled out, and a group of suspects is assembled. Finding the suspects was no easy task – after all, the entire stadium was full! Despite this, the police believe they have their murderer, or murderers, in mind, and have put everyone in the... 

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Salem Witches – Female

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games, Halloween Games

Salem Town, 1692. The Devil has come to Salem Town, but not in the form of witchcraft. You keep your gaze low and try not to make eye contact with the girls whose accusations of witchcraft have the townsfolk in fear for their liberty – and their lives! And yet, something pulls your sights from the dirt road to the carriage passing by. The minute you see her, you know you’ve made a grave mistake. Ann Putnam Jr. is staring at you, evil intentions stretching her lips into a tiny grin.... 

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Marooned Murder Mystery Game

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games

Surviving the crash was only the beginning… In the real world, you were in banking. You liked walking your dog along the river and watching Seinfeld with your fiancé before bed. When you felt down, you would remember the happiest time in you life: vacation in Mexico, floating in a pool, soaking up the sun and drinking from coconuts. Now, on this island that civilization forgot, every time you see a coconut you wan to beat yourself to death with it. Rain comes on with no warning. You used... 

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Kaleidoscope Murder Mystery Game

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games

A last-minute opera performance. A secretive purpose. A scandal-riddle guild. Carmen, you believe, should be enjoyed, the delight of the performance lingered upon, and the preparation for such a performance should be slow and meticulous. But then again, who are you to pass up the chance to enjoy watching the drama that surrounds the opera guild. You endure the embarrassment that is the house red (which tastes like merlot poured on a riding boot) just to hear word of what Mrs. Jameson is doing... 

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The Superhero Peace Convention Murder Mystery

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games, Halloween Games

Even Superheroes Can’t Conquer Death… If only the public knew… they think the life of a Superhero is all glory, glamor and excitement. If only they knew that lately you spend most evenings at home eating Pot Noodle and watching Jeopardy. What else is a love sick superhero supposed to do to manage stress? Broken heart, 10 new pounds around the waist and, to top it all off, you have to attend a “Superhero, Super Villain peace convention” – the city’s way of trying... 

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The Wizard of Oz Murder Mystery

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games, Halloween Games

The Wonderful Land of Oz! YEAH RIGHT! One of the most shocking murders the world has ever seen, covered up with a children’s book and a musical movie! You know better though – and intend to prove it. The Wicked Witch of the East was, in fact, murdered ! It’s time to expose the truth. It was awfully convenient that the tornado plucked Dorothy, Toto and the house from Kansas to deposit them  directly atop the Wicked Witch of the East, killing her instantly without anyone else getting... 

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DSI: Death Scene Investigation Forensic Murder Mystery

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games

The TV shows make it all look so different – so glamorous, but you know better. You’re a death scene investigator, and see all sorts of gruesome things on a daily basis. Your forensic knowledge is tested on a daily basis as you examine the evidence and work with your team and the detectives to solve murders, and just hope you’re not elected to be the evidence keeper! Case 1: He Didn’t Know What Hit Him! When a body is found in the woods, the DSI team must use their forensic... 

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Bloody Christmas

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games

THIS YEAR, GIVE THE GIFT OF A BLOODY UNFORGETTABLE PARTY! Your Custom Game Kit Includes: Suspect Briefing Instructions Chapter Introduction Scripts Characters Customized For Your Guests Secrets and Motives Based on the Information You Provide Us And A Whole Lot Of Fun! Perfect for office Christmas Parties or home entertaining, Bloody Christmas is an adult game that will keep you and your guests guessing until the very end. Buy and personalize today for just $231.99 Bloody Xmas Price: $231.99 Qty: ... 

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Murder at the Book Signing

August 13, 2009 by  
Filed under Adult Games

Michelle Miles, author of the popular “Adventures of Ransom and Fortune” series of books, is in town for a one-on-one afternoon with her fans at The Strand Bookstore. Her agent, Samuel Archer, is reputed to be ruthless and vicious – the exact assets he used to catapult Michelle Miles and her book to the number one bestselling spot! But when Samuel Archer is found dead between the bookshelves, stabbed in the neck with a Ransom and Fortune promotional pen, everyone attending the book signing... 

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Welcome to Mysteripedia

August 11, 2009 by  
Filed under Uncategorized

What is the Mysteripedia? It’s an online database filled with juicy information about the baddest of bad guys, the most sinister of suspects, and contains information about the deepest, darkest secrets of the past. Mysteripedia is used in conjunction with our mystery games to enhance the game experience. In select games (and soon, all games), you can log on to the Mysteripedia and search for information about the game suspects to discover even further secrets, lies and betrayal, and get a leg... 

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