Clue*

Clue invites players into the classic realm of mystery and deduction. Assemble your wits and embark on a journey through the mansion, determined to unveil the secrets of the perplexing crime. This timeless detective game challenges you to answer the crucial questions: who committed the deed, with what weapon, and in which room?

###Gameplay Overview:

  • Set the Scene: After secretly placing a character, weapon, and location card in the confidential file, players are dealt their own set of cards, initiating the mystery.
  • Room-to-Room Investigation: Navigate through the mansion, strategically moving from room to room to make suggestions about the potential culprit, weapon, and location.
  • Making Suggestions: Declare your suspicions by suggesting a character, room, and weapon. The player to your left must reveal one of the mentioned cards if it's in their hand, aiding the collective quest for the truth.
  • Deductive Reasoning: Through deductive reasoning, players unravel the mystery by piecing together clues from the suggestions and the cards revealed by others.
  • Making Accusations: Once confident in your deductions, make a final accusation, aiming to unveil the secret file. A correct accusation secures victory, while an incorrect one limits your future actions.

###Special Features:

  • Dr. Orchid: In versions featuring the new character Dr. Orchid, additional intrigue and possibilities are introduced. For details on this variant, refer to the dedicated Clue page.

###Conclusion:

Clue stands as the epitome of detective board games, inviting players to unravel a captivating mystery through logic, deduction, and strategic gameplay. Whether you're a seasoned sleuth or new to the world of mystery-solving, this classic game provides hours of entertainment, making it a timeless choice for those who relish the thrill of investigative reasoning. Can you piece together the clues and emerge victorious, or will the mystery elude your grasp? Enter the mansion, make your accusations, and let the suspense unfold in this iconic game of whodunit.

Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

⭐️ Kinderspiel des Jahres 2011

  • 2 - 6 Players
  • 45 Minutes
  • 8+ years old
  • Easy to learn

Video reviews, ratings, Let's Plays and tests for Clue

  • YouTube Review for the game "Clue" by BoardGameGeek
    Video is in English

We like Clue so much that we recommend it in the following board game recommendation lists 2024

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