{"product_id":"murder-on-the-buffalo-express-mystery-party","title":"Murder on the Buffalo Express: Murder Mystery Party Game","description":"\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ehighly challenging\u003c\/strong\u003e 1930s train murder mystery party game for 6–11 players, ages 17 and up, with flexible-gender casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe game includes 11 unique suspect roles and may be played with as few as 6 players. An optional expandable team of duplicate Buffalo Express crew members allows the complete game to accommodate up to 31 players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sophisticated locomotive mystery is packed with wealthy first-class passengers, suspicious professionals, organized crime connections, buried secrets, questionable histories, challenging evidence, group activities, and murder aboard a luxury steam train traveling from New York City to Cleveland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is one of our most challenging mysteries and is recommended for experienced or highly analytical groups.\u003c\/strong\u003e The game includes required video content and an online challenge requiring internet access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the instant download version, so there is nothing to ship and no shipping fee. Simply download, print, prepare, and play!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mymysteryparty.com\/murder-on-the-buffalo-express-boxed-set\/\" title=\"Boxed version of the Murder on the Buffalo Express traditional mystery party game\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6798\/0336\/files\/Boxed_Kit_Version_2.png?v=1784819469\" alt=\"Boxed version of the Murder on the Buffalo Express traditional mystery party game\" width=\"303\" height=\"80\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003ePrefer a professionally prepared game? Choose the Boxed Kit version, and our staff will professionally print and prepare the game materials for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\"\u003eHelpful Links:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.yourmysteryparty.com\/buffaloexpress\" title=\"Free player pre-game website for the traditional Murder on the Buffalo Express game\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6798\/0336\/files\/Free_player_pregame_button.png?v=1784833879\" alt=\"Free player pre-game website for the traditional Murder on the Buffalo Express game\" width=\"238\" height=\"69\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 8px;\"\u003ePlayers can get started before the party with character information, costume suggestions, details about the Buffalo Express, and the mystery premise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dHUFm1YuT8g\" title=\"Watch the Murder on the Buffalo Express mystery party game trailer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6798\/0336\/files\/Watch_the_Game_Trailer_240x240.png?v=1784754952\" alt=\"Watch the Murder on the Buffalo Express mystery party game trailer\" width=\"306\" height=\"83\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\"\u003e1930s Train Murder Mystery Party Game Synopsis:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt in 1891, the Buffalo Express is a luxury steam locomotive that makes five stops between New York City and Cleveland, Ohio. It is 1934, and the train is preparing to depart New York City with a fully booked first-class carriage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe train staff has ensured the food is fresh, the ice cubes are perfect squares, and every nook and cranny is free of dust. With this many VIPs onboard, everything must be in perfect order.  \u003c\/span\u003eYou have secured your passage aboard the Buffalo Express. Your luggage is packed, your ticket is ready, and this is where your story begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #800000;\"\u003eHost a Challenging Traditional Murder Mystery Party:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMain Game:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11 unique suspect characters\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for 6–11 suspect players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes flexible-gender character roles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for players ages 17 and up because of the difficulty level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated Sherlock Level 9 out of 10.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot recommended for novice mystery-solving groups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpandable Buffalo Express Crew:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd up to 20 duplicate crew-member roles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpands the complete game to as many as 31 players.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe additional crew members are duplicate, non-suspect team roles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuplicate crew members participate in the rounds but do not add new evidence or suspects to the mystery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGame Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional in-person mingling game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour guided rounds of clue investigation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 2–4 hours with a flexible timeline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes required video content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes evidence and interactive group challenges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternet access is required during the game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe game contains a maximum of 11 unique suspects because of its advanced difficulty level. Additional Buffalo Express crew members are duplicate, non-suspect roles designed to accommodate larger groups.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere is no designated victim-player in this mystery. The murder is incorporated into the storyline through the game materials and required video content.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis game does not include a traditional forensic report or victim sign. Instead, players investigate printed evidence, complete interactive challenges, and view required videos during the mystery.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not assign Ruth Cavetti or Kit Barcroft as player roles. These characters appear on the pre-game materials for storyline purposes but are not part of the 11 playable suspect roles.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse 1930s fashion, vintage train décor, first-class dining inspiration, locomotive party props, noir-style decorations, period food ideas, and more on the Pinterest board!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/mymysteryparty\/murder-on-the-buffalo-express\/\" title=\"Murder on the Buffalo Express mystery party Pinterest board\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6798\/0336\/files\/Pinterest_Board_for_Mystery_Games_18c2e82b-c885-462b-a5c3-d21370ae41ae.png?v=1784226172\" alt=\"Murder on the Buffalo Express mystery party Pinterest board\" width=\"411\" height=\"91\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"My Mystery Party","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43398023413808,"sku":"BUFFALOTRAD","price":48.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/6798\/0336\/files\/Buffalo_Express_24__73293.1749825468.1280.1280.png_1778873689__32755.1778875334.1280.1280.png?v=1784049058","url":"https:\/\/mymysteryparty.com\/products\/murder-on-the-buffalo-express-mystery-party","provider":"My Mystery Party","version":"1.0","type":"link"}