Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game*

Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game immerses players in the role of true detectives, blending traditional board game elements with modern technology and storytelling. This game offers a unique and interactive experience, as players solve interconnected cases using both physical game components and an online database.

Gameplay Overview

  • Role-Playing: Players become investigators of the Antares National Investigation Agency.
  • Campaign Structure: The game is composed of five cases, each connected and played in sequence, revealing an overarching story.
  • Modern Tools: Incorporates online resources, simulating access to a detective agency's database for clues, suspect information, and more.

Game Mechanics

  • Puzzle-Solving: Classic card-based gameplay where players collect clues and evidence.
  • Online Integration: Access to a dedicated online database for in-depth investigation and fact-checking.
  • Cooperative Play: Designed for 1-5 players to work together as a team, though it can also be played solo.

Unique Features

  • Rich Storytelling: The cases are based on a mix of factual and fictional narratives, offering a deep and immersive experience.
  • Real Detective Work: Encourages players to act like real detectives, using the internet and other resources to gather information.

Special Edition

  • Game of the Year Edition (2020): Enhanced with 30 character portrait photos for an improved immersive experience. These photos help players create a mind map and track suspects encountered throughout the game.

Conclusion

Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game stands out for its innovative blend of traditional board gaming and digital interactivity. It's ideal for players who enjoy narrative-driven games, puzzle-solving, and the thrill of detective work. The added realism of using online resources and creating mind maps with character photos elevates the experience, making players feel like they are truly part of a crime-solving team.

Nominated for 14 awards and won 4.

⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2019

  • 1 - 5 Players
  • 120 - 180 Minutes
  • 16+ years old
  • Medium difficulty

Video reviews, ratings, Let's Plays and tests for Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game

  • YouTube Review for the game "Detective: A Modern Crime Board Game" by BoardGameGeek
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