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Games like The Curious Carnival: A Circus Murder Mystery Party

Games like The Curious Carnival: A Circus Murder Mystery Party

Games like The Curious Carnival: A Circus Murder Mystery Party

Looking for games like The Curious Carnival: A Circus Murder Mystery Party? Here are top action recommendations with a mystery focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with WANDERSTAR: A Space Western Murder Mystery Party, Behind the Curtain: Hollywood Murder Mystery Game for 6-10 Guests or Murder at Menlo Park: Retrofuturism Murder Mystery Party.

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  1. WANDERSTAR Game Time: 2-3 Hours ‍‍ Number of players: 7-15 players, all gender-neutral ️ Play Online or In-Person with you and up to 14 friends! Download your digital game instantly! Theme: Space Western Inspired By: Star Wars, Star Trek, Old Western Movies, and Firefly! The host can play without knowing whodunnit! Your Story Starts Here! In The Outskirts of the Frontier Star System, the crews … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WANDERSTAR: A Space Western Murder Mystery Party.

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  2. ✨Behind the Curtain: A Hollywood Murder Mystery Game✨ This is a print and play murder mystery party.  Game Time: 2-3 hours ‍‍ Number of players: 6-10 players, 9 Gender-Neutral Characters, 1 Character using she/her pronouns ️ Play Online or In-Person with you and 9 friends! Theme: 1950s Vintage Hollywood ️ Inspired By: Tinseltown, Hollywood, and a love of movies! Perfect for theater and Broadway … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Behind the Curtain: Hollywood Murder Mystery Game for 6-10 Guests.

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  3. Murder at Menlo Park Game Time: 2-3 hours ‍‍ Number of players: 7-15 players, all gender-neutral ️ Play Online or In-Person with you and 14 friends! ⚙️ Theme: Retrofuturism/Steampunk Inspired By: The Prestige, Steampunk, Thomas Edison, Age of Invention ✨ The Host can play without knowing whodunnit Your Story Starts Here! During the 1904 World’s Fair, Dr. Ari Jacobson and Dr. Julian Shaw debuted … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder at Menlo Park: Retrofuturism Murder Mystery Party.

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  4. Cabin #5 Game Time: 1.5-2 hours  ‍‍ Number of players: 6 players, all gender-neutral ️ Play Online or In-Person with you and 5 friends! We include instructions and separate game files for easy online hosting. ⛺ Theme: Halloween '80s Summer Camp Inspired By: Stranger Things, Goosebumps, The Thing, and all things '80s! ✨ The Host can play without knowing whodunnit Your Story Starts Here! There’s a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cabin #5: Halloween Murder Mystery Game.

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  5. Cabin #5  Game Time: 1.5-2 hours  ‍‍ Number of players: 6 players, all gender-neutral ️ Play Online or In-Person with you and 5 friends!   ⛺ Theme: '80s Summer Camp   Inspired By: Stranger Things, Goosebumps, The Thing, and all things '80s! ✨  The Host can play without knowing whodunnit! Your Story Starts Here! There’s always one summer you never forget. Teens Bobby, Jo, Charlie, Riley, Alex, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cabin #5: An '80s Summer Camp Murder Mystery Party.

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  6. The Blade of Fate Game Time: 1.5-2 hours  ‍‍ Number of players: 6 players, all gender-neutral ️ Play Online or In-Person with you and 5 friends!   Theme: High Fantasy  ⚔️ Inspired By: World of Warcraft, D&D/Dungeon & Dragons, Lord of The Rings ✨  The Host can play without knowing whodunnit! CONTENT WARNING: Mild violence, mild references to alcohol. Recommended For Ages 16+ Your Story Starts Her… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Blade of Fate Murder Mystery Party Game.

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  7. The Wych Elm Game Time: 2-3 hours  ‍‍ Number of players: 6-10 players, all gender-neutral ️ Play Online or In-Person with you and 9 friends!   Theme: Halloween True Crime Haunted Mansion ️  Inspired By: True Crime, Haunted Mansion, Ghostbusters ✨  The Host can play without knowing whodunnit! Please note this game is a digital party game kit with files that can be used to play online or print and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wych Elm: A True Crime Murder Mystery Party Game.

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  8. Well-known actress and former darling of the silent film era, Frances Beck, has spent most of her career hosting colorful parties and secret soirees throughout the years. It is an honor to be invited and even harder to stay on the guest list. Now aging and retired, Frances has announced her intentions to release a tell-all book, Behind the Curtain, detailing the sordid lives of Hollywood’s elite. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Holiday Murder Mystery Game.

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  9. 55%Game Brain Score
    55% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    Is Northwood House Haunted?? Salutations, citizens of Salchester! After the Wytecliff family’s annual harvest festival banquet at their manor, the Northwood House, Lord Remington Wytecliff was found dead in the foyer. Foul play is suspected, and so is everyone who spent the night… This story is the first of six mythical incidents from around Salchester that I am writing about in a series of myst… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Ghost of Northwood House.

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  10. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Mythical Incidents Continue to Plague the Wytecliff Family Salutations, citizens of Salchester! Hoping to continue business as usual despite recent magical incidents, Camilla Wytecliff’s book club gathers at the picturesque Seaside Cottage. But when their meeting is sabotaged, everyone’s motivations will be questioned... My name is Penelope Press, a renowned reporter at the Salchester Gazette re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bewildered Book Club.

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  11. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    91% User Score Based on 760 reviews
    Critic Score 87%Based on 13 reviews

    July, 1935. A murder has been committed aboard the SS Hook, eight hours out from New York.Only one problem: you did it.Can you get away with murder? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Overboard!.

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  12. Simply a Series of Pranks or Something Mythical? Salutations, citizens of Salchester! The recent death of Fiona Samuels has cast a bleak mood over Salchester. Fiona’s family and friends have gathered at the Samuels family house to mourn her and celebrate her life. But as Fiona’s cause of death is called into question, a series of extraordinary incidents threaten to disrupt the wake... My name is… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Much Ado About Fairies.

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  13. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 227 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 11 reviews

    Third-person adventure game, set in a fantasy pirate-themed world with a modern touch. Combining the traditional point-and-click genre gameplay with a unique cartoon 3D graphics, Willy Morgan has the dreamy atmosphere, the humor and the freedom to explore typical of timeless classics such as Monkey Island. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Willy Morgan and the Curse of Bone Town.

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  15. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 9 reviews

    Mysteria is a fun and free murder mystery game, complete with instructions, tips and everything else you need for the ultimate murder mystery dinner party. Mysteria contains the fun and excitement of a traditional murder mystery game but ensures a stress-free dinner party experience as it allows you to create, organise, and play the game all in one app. No need to faff about with invites or pens … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mysteria.

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  17. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    63% User Score Based on 268 reviews

    For Desktop or VR! In this 3 chapter story, you play as a modern day legend, Detective Thomas Moore. He has solved more cases than one can count, where others hit dead-ends, he gets to work. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Curious Cases.

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  19. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 1,605 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 8 reviews

    SEGA of America Inc. and Double Fine Productions have joined forces with legendary game designer, Ron Gilbert, to create The Cave. In this 2D puzzle action and adventure game, players will assemble a team of three from seven unlikely adventurers, each with their own unique personalities and stories. From there, you will descend into the mysterious depths to explore locations including a subterrane… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Cave.

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  20. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 662 reviews

    You're invited to the elite academy for magical girls! Will you take the opportunity to make new friends? Learn magic? Or... Will you try and date a cute magical girl? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to How To Date A Magical Girl!.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 326 reviews

    Getting away with murder has never been easy. These three members of a proud and noble family are separated by five centuries, but have in common a vengeful and murderous intent. Plans must be formed, blood must be spilled and evidence must be planted ... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Deed: Dynasty.

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  23. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 1,408 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 30 reviews

    Serial Cleaner is a story-driven, fast-paced stealth/action game, characterized by a 1970s theme and aesthetics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Serial Cleaner.

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  24. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Synergize to Zombie Cries, Would YOU Be Prepared? Salutations, citizens of Salchester! The mysterious deaths of Lord Remington Wytecliff and his son, Algernon, have resulted in a power vacuum at the Northwood Orchards. In response, the board of directors have called an emergency meeting to discuss the company’s future. But a violent, supernatural reckoning soon forces a change of plans… Peculia… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boardroom Siege.

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  26. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 784 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 15 reviews

    Silence also known as Silence: The Whispered World 2 is a sequel to The Whispered World, a popular adventure game developed by Daedalic Entertainment. The game is based on the classic point & click mechanics enriched with a number of innovative features. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silence.

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  27. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 3,600 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 29 reviews

    The Sexy Brutale — a never-ending masked ball featuring intrigue, murder and the (quite possibly) occult! Relive the same mysterious day where the guests at the casino mansion are being murdered by the staff over and over again. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Sexy Brutale.

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  28. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    89% User Score Based on 2,943 reviews

    The Painscreek Killings is a first-person, explorable mystery solving game set in a fictional town of United States in the 1990s. As a young and upcoming journalist, you are to uncover the secrets behind the town killings and publish the truth in the city papers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Painscreek Killings.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    92% User Score Based on 1,742 reviews

    A keenly dark twist on the traditional murder mystery setting, The Deed is an Adventure/RPG game about getting away with murder. Arran Bruce, the rightful heir to Dunshiel House, returns home to settle a score with his estranged family. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Deed.

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  30. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    98% User Score Based on 507 reviews

    The Advisor Series is a player-driven narrative where your choices & decisions, both in the game, and out of the game, determine how future episodes unfold. Play the role of villain protagonist Magnus the Magician, as he wreaks havoc across the land, one well-placed fireball at a time! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Advisor - Episode 1: Royal Pain.

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  31. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 78 reviews

    Interrogation Files: Port Landsend is a FMV game where you have to search through police interrogation footages of suspects of a crime, the goal is to find the murderer to assist to his arrest and judgment. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Interrogation Files: Port Landsend.

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  32. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    66% User Score Based on 428 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 4 reviews

    Scene Investigators is a deductive reasoning game for fans of the "true crime" genre. Step into re-created crime scenes, observe closely for pieces of evidence, analyze possible motives behind the crimes, and uncover what truly happened. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scene Investigators.

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  33. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 2,738 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 2 reviews

    Enter the realm of a retired assassin, forced back into action by treason. You may be a hired killer but you still have a sense of loyalty and justice. Visit the dark recesses of a world corrupted by crime, greed, degradation and dishonor. And a past that catches up with you. Trust no one - if the price is right, the finger of your most trusted ally will be on the trigger. Your targets may hide i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hitman 2: Silent Assassin.

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  34. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    60% User Score Based on 440 reviews

    Inspired by the award-winning board game franchise, Arkham Horror: Mother’s Embrace is an investigation game served with turn-based combat, set in the  haunted worlds of H.P. Lovecraft’s Cthulhu mythos. Plunge into an original story written by Fantasy Flight Interactive’s official writers and explore the American Roaring Twenties. The year is 1926: a professor of astronomy is found dead in her ma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arkham Horror: Mother's Embrace.

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  35. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    88% User Score Based on 5,703 reviews
    Critic Score 48%Based on 3 reviews

    Game Description: House Party is an edgy comedy adventure game inspired by classic comedies of the '90s. Every decision changes your story and every character has something to reveal. There’s... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to House Party.

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  36. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    87% User Score Based on 45 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    Rooms: The Unsolvable Puzzle is a unique puzzle game inspired by sliding puzzles and platformer games. In a twisted mansion made of rooms that slide like sliding puzzle, player should find a way to the exit by moving rooms and using what's inside them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rooms: The Unsolvable Puzzle.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 4,119 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 1 reviews

    Storyteller lets you build stories using a visual language. The goal on each level is to make a story that fits the given title by placing settings and characters that react to each other, creating a narrative through their relationships.Storyteller's comic-panel design and charming animations allow for experimentation within the framing of its many stories: just drag and drop characters to see ho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Storyteller.

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  38. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 944 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 2 reviews

    Sherlock Holmes is back with an investigation in this adventure game. The famous detective chases against the most threatening serial killer England has ever known - Jack the Ripper. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sherlock Holmes versus Jack the Ripper.

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  41. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 2,000 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

    Experience a magical adventure. Journey with Jerry to the enchanted realm of Mousewood , master fascinating spells and solve tricky puzzles. Along with a intriguing story you will see breathtaking hand drawn backgrounds and elaborately animated characters. A Unique soundtrack complements Jerry's incredible adventure with fabulously composed music. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Night of the Rabbit.

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  42. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 1,337 reviews

    Delve into the diverse world of horror movies in this 2D action puzzler. Nothing can prepare you for the R-rated challenges you will face! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lakeview Cabin Collection.

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  43. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 379 reviews

    A Race To Alter History On A Ship Out Of Time... Intrigue and adventure await you on board the Titanic, the most famous ocean liner in history. As a British secret agent on a vital mission, it is up to you to change the course of history as you explore the world’s most luxurious ocean vessel in all its original splendour. Navigate the amazingly detailed 3D reconstruction of the doomed ocean line… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Titanic: Adventure Out Of Time.

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    35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    60% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Rotten Crop is a horror experience inspired by the lost game “That Evil Farming Game”. Try to hide what you've done from your neighbors and the police.  Step into the quiet nightmare of a man trying to hold his life together while everything around him rots. THEY SEE. Keep your secrets hidden from the neighbors who won’t stop peeking, and the police who won’t stop asking questions. Something… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rotten Crop.

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  45. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay
    90% User Score Based on 2,774 reviews

    Amazing match-3 game!Solve the puzzle and rebuild your Park.Cool Match3 for all If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Park Town.

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  46. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    90% User Score Based on 15,154 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Shadows of Doubt is a detective stealth game set in a fully-simulated neo-noir metropolis. There’s a serial killer on the loose, and it’s up to you to catch them by any means necessary, with... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadows of Doubt.

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  47. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 609 reviews

    The Necromancer's Tale is a narrative-driven top-down RPG where you play the role of a minor noble in the 18th Century, drawn into the Dark Necromantic Arts as you seek knowledge and revenge. Great power awaits... along with the weird, the morbid, and a gradual descent into madness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Necromancer's Tale.

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  48. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    87% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Welcome to the amazing adventure of Solitaire Quest: Garden Story! Explore a multitude of intriguing solitaire levels, restore a beautiful garden, and immerse yourself in unique gameplay mechanics. Diverse levels, one-of-a-kind gameplay features, and the delightful ambiance of a summer garden will keep you entertained throughout the journey. Uncover new facets of this enchanting garden, as each l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Solitaire Quest: Garden Story.

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