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Исторический детектив: Ставки сделаны (Historical Mystery: Bets are Made)

Исторический детектив: Ставки сделаны (Historical Mystery: Bets are Made)

1-4
Players
90
Minutes
18+
Age
2024
Published

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What to Expect

Set in the jazz era of Chicago, players work together to solve a brutal murder of a famous singer. The story unfolds through 16 decks of cards that are not shuffled but revealed in order. Players have 24 moves to investigate locations, objects, and suspects, paying close attention to details and expressions in the illustrations. At the end, they answer questions via QR code to solve the case.

Who Is This Game For?

This game is aimed at experienced players aged 18 and up who enjoy cooperative deduction with a strong narrative focus. With a duration of about 90 minutes, it suits those ready for an extended, story-driven session. Prior experience with cooperative scenario games helps but is not mandatory.

How It Works

Players start with 16 ordered decks and follow the story by flipping cards in sequence. Using 24 moves, they examine cards to explore locations, inspect objects, or interrogate suspects. The game combines Action Timer, cooperative deduction, and storytelling mechanics. Answers to the case are checked via QR code questions at the end.

Action Timer Cooperative Game Deduction Scenario / Mission / Campaign Game Storytelling

What Makes It Special

Designed by Mihail Rozanov, this game is part of the Historical Mystery series by Hobby World. It uniquely blends deductive mechanics with storytelling in a cooperative format set in historical Chicago. The detailed card art by Anastasia Kukarina and others supports immersive investigation.

Pro

  • Cooperative deduction with storytelling
  • Incorporates Action Timer for limited moves
  • Atmospheric jazz-era Chicago setting
  • Part of Hobby World's Historical Mystery series

Contra

  • Suitable only for players aged 18 and up
  • About 90 minutes of playtime demands patience
  • Requires attention to many visual details

Setting & Atmosphäre

The game is set in jazz-era Chicago, a city rife with crime and gangsters. The plot centers on the murder of a famous singer in this gritty urban environment.

Tipp für Einsteiger

Focus on carefully observing card illustrations and discuss your deductions as a team to solve the case together.

Häufige Fragen

Can I play this solo?

Yes, the game supports solo play for 1 to 4 players.

How long does a game really take?

Gameplay lasts about 90 minutes, suitable for an extended session including setup.

What prior experience do I need?

Experience with cooperative deduction and storytelling games helps but newcomers can learn with patience.

How does this compare to similar games?

It combines classic deduction with an Action Timer and interactive QR-code questions within a narrative campaign set in Chicago.

Is this suitable for families?

Due to the 18+ age rating, it is not suitable for families with children.

What mechanic makes it special?

The blend of Action Timer, cooperative deduction, and storytelling enhanced by QR-code elements stands out.

Fazit

Recommended for players seeking complex, narrative-driven cooperative deduction. It demands focus and patience to unravel the detailed story and solve the mystery together.