The Oddtown Post

Step into the 1980s and unravel a thrilling mystery...

A shocking crime has rocked a local newspaper office - one of their own has been murdered. The victim’s coworkers are now the prime suspects, each hiding a secret. But what are they trying to conceal, and which one of them is a killer?

Immerse yourself in a gripping murder mystery experience that transports you to a time before the internet - where keen observation, sharp deduction, and a detective’s intuition are your only tools. Sift through life-like evidence, including police reports, newspaper clippings, and cryptic messages. Every clue holds a secret, every detail could be the key. Can you connect the dots, solve the puzzles, and uncover the truth?

Whether playing solo or teaming up with friends and family, you're sure to have a blast cracking the investigation.

The office is closed. The case is open. Do you have what it takes to solve the mystery?

The Story

Grappling with political unrest during the 1985 mayoral election, the city of Oddtown is thrown into further chaos when the Editor-in-Chief of the local newspaper, The Oddtown Post, is found murdered in his office. The only other people on the premises were six of his coworkers. They all seem to be hiding something and may even have motive to kill the victim. The Sheriff has reached out for your help with the investigation and is sending over clues.

Your Role

Piece together clues

Delve into newspaper clippings, letters, and more intriguing evidence to put together a story.

Uncover hidden messages

Employ your problem-solving skills to unravel cryptic messages.

Assess suspects

Explore the backgrounds of coworkers, unveiling potential grudges and associations with the victim's enemies.

Catch the culprit

Use exonerating and incriminating evidence to eliminate suspects and identify the killer.​​​​​​​

Game Details

Number of players: 1+

Estimated game length: 2 - 4 hours

Age suggestion: 14 and over

Difficulty rating: Moderate

Game Components

• Instructions booklet (Rules, hints, and solutions)
• Workbook
• Pencil
• Evidence packet 1
• Evidence packet 2
• Evidence packet 3
• Case Solved packet

Go through life-like evidence, such as letters, cryptic messages, witness statements, receipts, journal entries, and more.

How to Play

• Read the rules
• The game is meant to be played in stages, one packet at a time
• Open Packet 1: Get familiar with the case and characters
• Open Packet 2: Figure out the story and suspects' motives
• Open Packet 3: Eliminate suspects and identify the killer
• Solve as many clues as possible as you go along
• Use the Workbook to take notes
• Refer to the Hint and Solution Guides for additional help
• Open Case Solved: Wrap up the investigation

Product Details

This version of the game is delivered ready-to-play in a box. There's also a digital version you can instantly download and play.

All images shown are for illustrative purposes. There may be slight variations in the actual product, including colors and sizes.

​The game box measures 12.8" x 9.4" x 1.2"

This game has been designed, printed, and packaged in the USA.

Shipping

Shipping cost: Calculated at checkout.

Shipping to: Anywhere in the USA (50 states and DC).

Shipping time: 3-8 business days.

We offer digital games too - Digital games are delivered electronically and are available to download and print instantly. No wait time or shipping costs on digital games.