Criminal Cases: The Ghosts of Brandonsbury
Criminal Cases: The Ghosts of Brandonsbury
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| 1 to 6 players | 120 min | 14 years and older |
Crime Scenes is a series of collaborative investigation games where players analyze documents, cross-reference clues, and solve puzzles to crack complex cases.
In the episode The Ghosts of Brandonsbury, Lydia and Robin Reed, two tourists, are found dead in their room at the Gothic Tales, a hotel rumored to be haunted in the small British village of Brandonsbury. Your mission: dig into the past, examine every clue, and unravel the mystery.
This crime file contains over 40 varied documents: testimonies, forensic police reports, press articles, crime scene photographs, as well as immersive audio content. By solving the puzzles, you will progressively unlock 4 envelopes containing additional evidence that will advance the investigation.
Internet access is required to view some supplementary resources. To avoid getting stuck, several levels of clues are available online.
How to play a Criminal Case game?
Game Setup
- Open the folder box and place all documents (testimonials, journals, village map, etc.) on the table.
- Make sure you have internet access ready for the digital phases (investigation website or blog).
- Together, define a working system (task distribution, document reading, note-taking) and prepare to meet the challenge.
Gameplay outline
- Initial steps: go through all available clues without opening the sealed envelopes.
- Solve the proposed puzzles, which will unlock the four envelopes: each contains new evidence essential to the rest of the investigation.
- Use online access to consult additional resources (blog, credentials to hack, dedicated website) and avoid getting stuck.
- Gather the elements, cross-reference testimonies, establish a timeline, identify suspects, and eliminate false leads.
Win/Loss Condition
- Once all the evidence has been collected and the four envelopes opened, answer the final questions in the file.
- If your team can formulate a theory consistent with the information gathered, the case is solved.
- Conversely, an incomplete or incorrect theory will mean defeat: the mystery remains unsolved.
Our Tips for Winning
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Clearly define roles from the outset
Assign a lead proofreader, a digital tracker, a document archivist, and a final reviewer: this helps effectively cover all media and make progress without bottlenecks.
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Leverage internet access as a strategic tool
Digital investigation is an asset: use it as leverage to obtain additional clues, but be careful to leave room for upcoming puzzles.
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Consider alternative solutions
If a theory seems to be stagnating, explore the less obvious details: an overlooked document or an ambiguous mention may hold the key to the mystery.
FAQ – All About Criminal Records
Can it be played solo?
Yes. The game is designed for 1 to 6 players, allowing for solo or group play.
Are there any complex rules to read before starting?
No. The "case file" format is intuitive: open, browse documents, follow clues, and progress. No complicated rules to learn.
Is an internet connection required?
Yes. A connection is required to fully utilize the digital investigation (blog, website, online clues).
Is the equipment reusable or single-use?
The game is designed to be replayable as long as the materials are not damaged: there is no mandatory cutting, you can investigate again or lend it to someone.