Mystery Express
- Players: 3–5 players
- Play time: 60–90 min
- BGG rating: 6.5
About Mystery Express
In Mystery Express, players board the famous Orient Express in Paris just as a murder occurs. The rest of the trip - through Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, Budapest, and Istanbul - is consumed with determining the who, what, when, where, and why of the crime. This game explores the more analytical side of the "whodunit" genre, rewarding a logical and more precise approach to solving the crime. Players use their special powers of deduction, information gleaned from other passengers (and the conductor) in the train cars, and investigative actions to determine the exact circumstances of the murder. The player who correctly identifies the most elements of the crime by the time the train reaches Istanbul wins the game.
- Released
- 2010
- Designers
- Antoine Bauza, Serge Laget
- Age
- 12+
- Best with
- 5 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play Mystery Express?
Mystery Express plays with 3–5 players.
What is the best player count for Mystery Express?
BoardGameGeek community voters say Mystery Express is best with 5 players (39 votes).
How long does Mystery Express take to play?
A game of Mystery Express takes 60–90 min.
What age is Mystery Express for?
The recommended minimum age for Mystery Express is 12+.
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