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In Mystery Express, players board the famous Orient Express in Paris just as a murder occurs. The rest of the trip - through Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, Budapest, and Istanbul - is consumed with determining the who, what, when, where, and why of the crime. This game explores the more analytical side of the "whodunit" genre, rewarding a logical and more precise approach to solving the crime.
Players use their special powers of deduction, information gleaned from other passengers (and the conductor) in the train cars, and investigative actions to determine the exact circumstances of the murder. The player who correctly identifies the most elements of the crime by the time the train reaches Istanbul wins the game.
Year Published
2010
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positive
Pros
- Engaging deduction core with bluffing dynamics
- Thematic artwork and components reinforce immersion
- Strong social interaction and mystery-solving vibe
- Accessible entry point for mystery-themed gamers
Cons
- First turns can be lengthy due to thorough reading of actions
- Memory-intensive; may feel slow for newcomers
Thematic elements
- A whodunit murder mystery aboard a moving train, where players gather and compare clues to identify the crime.
- A passenger train journey across Europe from Paris to Istanbul with stops in Strasbourg/Strasburg, Budapest, and other cities as the deduction unfolds.
- Deterministic deduction with hidden information and social bluffing, driven by rotating events and time pressure.
Comparison games
- Clue
Mechanics (from transcript analysis)
- bluffing and misdirection — Players can feign interest or conceal information to mislead opponents about their real hand.
- card viewing and manipulation — Players draw, view, and discard cards, and can inspect opponents' hands through specific actions.
- Hidden information and deduction — Players hold clues in sheets and hands, and must infer which cards are under the board while eliminating impossibilities.
- tiebreakers via telegram predictions — Telegram-style notes are used to score and break ties based on predictions and outcomes.
- Time management — Actions consume hours; each round gives players a fixed amount of time to act, influencing strategy and pace.
- trading and interaction — Cards can be traded with other players, conductors, and passengers to gain information and progress.
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- It's really fun game and anyone can get into it.
- The artwork is nice and brings out the theme and error really well.
- It's great for a night of mystery solving and it's a good alternative to Clue.
- We enjoyed it and we're giving it an 8.5 on 10.
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