How to Host a Murder - Watersdown Affair Board Game

How to Host a Murder - Watersdown Affair Board Game

ETA: 30 November 2025

So much fun, it's ALMOST criminal! How To Host A Murder, the most famous murder party game on the planet, returns with new art and updated gameplay! Under the cloak of light roleplaying and a dinner party with friends, players take on the roles of suspects after a murder has occurred, all attempting to expose which one of them is the murderer. The host prepares the setting and players can dress in costumes and playfully act their parts over hours of suspense and intrigue. All that is required is a sense of humor and a light-hearted approach toward deceit, larceny, sex, and...murder. In the Watersdown Affair, you have received an invitation to the English Countryside to weekend at Watersdown Mansion, the elegant home of Sir Roger Watersdown. You and your dinner guests will assume the roles of eight worldly characters visiting there when tragedy strikes the 1930s country estate. KEY FEATURES - Mystery set in 1930s England where players question each other to uncover the truth about the murder - Part of the relaunch of the most famous dinner party mystery game series of all time, with over 20 releases since 1985 and over 50 million players - Immersive light roleplaying experience as players dress as the characters, learn their backstories, enjoy a period-appropriate meal, and unravel the clues together! - Accessible to players of all skill levels - New cover art by Gary Pullin and fresh design of all components CONTENTS - 1 Host Guide - 1 Map - 8 Guest Invitations and Envelopes - 8 Stickers for Envelopes - 7 Secret Clue Cards & 1 Scotland Yard Card - 8 Name Tag Stickers - 8 Player Manuals Number of Players: 8 Ages: 17+ Playing Time: 2 Hours