Hello! We are Foulplay Games, a women-owned creative business based in the Pacific Northwest. We write murder mystery roleplay party games for geeks! We just published our first game on itch.io, Behind the Curtain: A Hollywood Murder Mystery Game for 6-10 players! Our games can be played in-person or online on Zoom, Discord, or Gather Town! 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 lovers and first-time murder mystery players!!
Your Story Starts Here!
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. She’s invited the cream of the crop to her estate for an evening celebration and the first glimpse at her new story. But would anyone kill to keep these secrets under wraps?
CONTENT WARNING: Mild violence, mild romance, mild references to alcohol, suggestive themes
Recommended For Ages 16+
Characters:
Carey Carter - GN An up and coming star if there ever was one! Carey has dazzled audiences and Hollywood elites alike, thanks to their tragic backstory and golden stage presence.
Ronnie Tanner - GN Ronnie is one of the most successful producers in the biz.
Dana Charles - GN Dana Charles is a star on the level with Frances Beck. Their chilling, mysterious demeanor and classical acting style has put them on the map since Frances left the spotlight.
Pat Beck - GN Pat Beck is the long-time spouse of Frances Beck. It’s been said that they don’t particularly care for the spotlight the way Frances does.
Frances Beck - F One of the most famous Hollywood actresses of all time, Frances had a long career before she retired a few years ago and moved her family out to her private estate.
Hollis Shaffer - M Hollis is the long-time unassuming butler to the Becks. They have seen a lot in their years of service, but are loyal beyond a doubt.
Shelby Beck - GN The youngest child of Frances Beck, Shelby has made a small name for themselves in Hollywood.
Everett Beck - GN Everett is the eldest child of Frances Beck. They never had the talent their mother or sibling had, and have remained the elusive and somewhat bitter recluse of the Beck family.
Jules Foster - GN Jules is the diligent assistant to Ronnie Tanner. They make sure everything in Ronnie’s office is in order, handle their schedule, and take care of other matters.
Lou Hammond - GN Lou is the top agent in Hollywood, representing top stars like Carey Carter and Frances Beck before she retired.
Bailey Gibson - GN Bailey is a stunt performer and is seeing a lot of action in Hollywood, both on and off the camera!
Download Instantly and Plan Your Party Today!
Foulplay Games are immersive, interactive mystery experiences able to be played online or in person. Before the game, players receive a character profile with a backstory, personality traits, and various goals to accomplish. Once the game begins, guests "act" as their character, interacting with others, moving through scenarios, while investigating, bribing, or blackmailing other characters. Then, spoiler alert, a murder takes place! After that, players receive their Goals and Objectives for the rest of the game. The murderer knows they are the killer and is trying to cover their tracks while the other players are trying to figure out whodunnit! Many players will have secrets of their own to hide. In the end, there are awards for Best Performer, Costume, and more and players have an opportunity to share their secrets with the rest of the group. As Host, you can play a character and keep the identity of the murderer a secret, even from yourself!
Your Game Comes With:
A Host Guide walking you through all the steps you need to host your game, Character Profiles and Goals and Objectives, Name Tags, Play Money, Item Cards, and Foulplay Cards, Best Costume, Best Performer, Shadiest Player, and Wealthiest Player Award, Evidence and Solution, A Pinterest Board and Spotify Playlist and BONUS: Instructions on how to host your game online on Discord, Gather, or Zoom if you choose!
About Us:
Foulplay Games is a women-owned creative business based in Seattle, WA! We write murder mystery games for geeks! Learn more about us at https://foulplayco.com