Date Night, But Make It a Murder Mystery

Solve a murder case together in your browser — at home on the couch, or long distance from wherever you are. No downloads, no setup, first objective free to try. Plays great with exactly 2 players.

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First case free · 2 players works great · Long-distance friendly · No download

Perfect for two

ColdCase Party plays beautifully as a duo. With just two of you, every clue matters more, every theory lands with more weight, and the debate when you disagree is genuinely fun. Cases run 45–60 minutes — an ideal after-dinner activity or movie-night alternative.

How a date night case works

1. One of you picks a case. Browse the case library together and pick a difficulty. Try the first objective free or unlock any case for $4.99.
2. The other one joins. Share the 6-character room code or a direct link. Your partner clicks it on their phone, laptop, or tablet — they’re in instantly.
3. Investigate together. You both see the same evidence desk. Read witness statements, examine forensics, pin theories on the shared board, and debate what it all means.
4. Name the killer. Submit your verdict together. The game reveals whether you got it right and shows the full solution.

Occasion ideas

• At-home date instead of a film — 45–60 minutes of genuine interaction beats sitting in silence watching someone else’s story.
• Long-distance date over video call — the shared case desk gives you something real to do together. Open the game, start a call, and you have a proper date regardless of distance.
• Double date with another couple — four players, two teams of two, racing to solve the case first. Surprisingly competitive.
• A different kind of anniversary — skip the restaurant reservation and crack a case instead.

Frequently asked questions

Can just 2 people play?

Yes — cases are fully playable and genuinely fun as a duo. Two players means each of you carries more of the investigation, making reveals and debates more intense.

Can we play long distance?

Absolutely. The game is real-time multiplayer in the browser. Investigate together from different homes, cities, or countries — just add a voice or video call alongside it.

How long is a case?

Cases run 45–60 minutes depending on difficulty — perfect for an after-dinner activity or a cosy stay-in evening.

What does it cost?

The first objective is completely free — no credit card, no sign up. Unlocking the full case is $4.99; additional cases are $4.99 each and unlock permanently on the host’s account.

Do we need to download anything?

Nothing. The game runs in any modern browser. One of you starts a room, shares the link, and you’re both in within seconds.