Crime Zoom: A Deadly Writer

About this board game

Crime Zoom: A Deadly Writer is an investigation game for 1–6 players, with a play time of about 60 minutes. Set in a British manor in 1929, this third case in the Crime Zoom series invites you to examine a crime scene and solve the mystery at your own pace.

The crime scene is spread across several cards that combine to create one large illustration. To investigate, choose a card and take a closer look. When an object or detail catches your attention, flip the card to discover more information, such as a clue on a small piece of paper or an address that may lead to another card.

Follow the evidence freely as you decide which leads to pursue. With multiple players, discuss the available tracks together before choosing what to investigate next. The case is designed for flexible exploration, so every discovered detail can help shape the direction of your investigation.

When you believe you have solved the case, move to the questionnaire. You must identify the culprit, determine the motive and murder weapon, and answer additional questions about the investigation. Be careful: missing the culprit means losing the game.

• Investigate an illustrated crime scene assembled from several cards.
• Reveal new information by examining and flipping cards.
• Choose which clues and leads to follow.
• Answer questions about the culprit, motive, weapon, and case.

Your final result also depends on how many cards you left unrevealed. The solution provides the answers, while the epilogue explains the events through a story or testimony. In Crime Zoom: A Deadly Writer, careful observation and smart decisions are essential to uncovering the truth.