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Murder mystery cocktails & themed drinks
Your most-read guide, hands down. Themed cocktails and mocktails for any mystery night, easy enough for a first-timer.
Read the guide → Host a cocktail mystery → Tini Bit DeadlyThe wild west party drinks & food guide
Cowboy cocktails, BBQ menus, and rodeo touches to set the scene for a western whodunit.
Read the guide → Get the game → Buckin' for BloodFantasy & medieval party ideas
Ten ideas for a dragons-and-nobles night: decor, menus, and character tips.
Read the guide → Get the game → A Court in ChaosBrowse by what you need
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Western, fantasy, trailer park, Y2K, holiday. Each one has a matching game.
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A host guide and free preview for every kit.
Costumes
Character looks and thrift-store ideas that need zero sewing.
Decor & props
Printable scene sets and signage for any room.
How to host
Checklists, timelines, and first-timer tips.
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Shop all mystery kitsQuestions hosts ask us most
What makes PartyKook different from other murder mystery games?
A few things set our games apart. They're instant downloads you print at home, so there's no box to wait on and nothing to ship; buy tonight and host this weekend. You pay one flat price for the whole group instead of per person, with no license fees. And they're mingle-style rather than scripted, so nobody memorizes lines and the host gets to play along instead of running the show. They're designed in the USA and trusted by hundreds of hosts, and every kit comes with a host guide that walks first-timers through the night.
Do my guests need acting experience?
No. The games are mingle-style, not scripted. Each guest gets a character with secrets and objectives, then improvises in conversation. Nobody memorizes lines or performs.
Can I host if I've never run one before?
Yes. Every kit includes a step-by-step host guide, and many titles are written to be beginner-friendly. Most first-timers read a short guide once and run the night comfortably.
How many people do I need?
It depends on the game. Ours run from about 7 players up to 22, and each one lists its own minimum and maximum. Most include optional roles so you can flex the group size up or down.
How does the printable download work?
Every game is an instant digital download. After purchase you get PDF files by email, print them at home or at any print shop, and host. No shipping, no waiting.
Can we pause the game for dinner?
Yes. The games run in short rounds, so you can break for dinner between them. The host guide points out natural stopping places.
How much does it cost to host a murder mystery party?
Most of the cost is the game itself, usually $20–$30 for a printable kit. Beyond that you're looking at a few dollars for printing plus whatever you spend on food and drinks, so a complete night often lands under $100 — far less than escape rooms, which run $25–$35 per person.
How far in advance should I plan?
Most hosts need about one to two weeks. Buy and print the game, send invitations with character assignments so guests can plan costumes, and read the host guide once beforehand. The game is an instant download, so you can start the moment you buy.
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