Ugly Christmas Sweater Murder Mystery Party
$53.95
A hilarious ugly Christmas sweater themed murder mystery party game for a minimum of 8 players, ages 14 and up (due to difficulty). The main game (this product) has up to 20+ suspect players (there is an optional expandable team with the main game purchase). There are 50 unique suspect roles with the purchase of both expansion packs. Also, this game may be expanded to 200+ players using all characters and all expandable teams (see the breakdown below).
Version: this is the instant download. You will have instant access to everything you need to play the game - nothing needs to be shipped, so you avoid shipping fees. For the party pack version (boxed set), free invite, and free player pre-game site, click on the link below in the helpful links section.
Includes: there are four PDF files to download with this game - a host instruction file, printable file, solution key, and an optional free invitation file. You must use Adobe Reader (free software that you can download at Adobe.com) to view the PDF file, as a PDF is an Adobe product.
Format: this is a traditional, mingling, clue-based game for in-person groups. For video chat platform games, click here.
Gifting: the standard game license does not allow transfers. For gifts, click here for gift certificates
This game was last updated on 9/25/24. Previous versions will not be seamless.
Helpful Links:
Host character list- Free, printable invitation
- Sample game materials - see content, format and example plotlines
- Game Trailer Video
- 10+ character expansion pack#1 (Purchased separately)
- 20+ character expansion pack#2 (Purchased separately, play the packs in order)
- Boxed version - our staff will prepare your game for you.
- Prop Emporium - there are many fun Christmas items, invites, CSI pens, etc.
- Free pre-game site for your players at Your Mystery Party
- Gift Certificates - give a gift of fun
- Pinterest Board
Murder Mystery Synopsis:
The Snowflake Lodge is once again hosting its legendary Ugly Christmas Sweater Party, the most anticipated event in Snow Falls. Every year, the who's who of local society gather at the lodge to flaunt their garish holiday attire but also to mingle, gossip, and celebrate the festive season. But this year, beneath the tinsel and twinkling lights, tensions are running high. Whispers of blackmail, greed, and revenge have spread like wildfire among the townsfolk. Sparks are flying, but they aren’t the kind that come from burning yule logs. Some predict chaos is inevitable, while others cling to the hope that the holiday cheer will be enough to keep the drama under wraps—at least until the party’s over. You’ve decided to attend, and now it’s time to hunt down the most hideous, over-the-top sweater you can find. You’re bracing for the whirlwind of secrets, scandals, and inevitable holiday chaos. This is where your story begins.
How to Host a Larger Party:
- 20 suspect roles with the main game
- Up to 25+ duplicate, non-suspect RBC News reporters with Donnor Couric (main game player - you do not need to purchase the expansion pack to expand the game unless you want more suspect player roles.)
- 10 suspect roles with expansion pack #1 (purchased separately)
- Up to 25+ duplicate, non-suspect Snowflake Lodge Staff with Olly Joy (expansion pack #1 player)
- 20 suspect roles with expansion pack #2 (purchased separately)
- Up to 25+ duplicate, non-suspect Harold Flake's mooching friends (expansion pack #2 player)
- Up to 25+ duplicate, non-suspect Employees of The Gingerbread Shop with Ginger Breadman (expansion pack #2 player)
If you wish to host this (or any other) game for profit &/or in public &/or as a benefit to your business, brand, or organization, you will need a commercial license - click here.
- Minimum age:
- 14 years for difficulty. Does not include any highly inappropriate content (i.e. sexual, drugs, foul language, etc.) Most plotlines are written for comedic purposes when possible.
- Difficulty rating:
- Moderate, 6/10. Expect ~ 40% to guess correctly if played perfectly with no variables detracting (i.e. loud ambiance, cocktails served, etc.)
- Gender of players:
- Co-ed or All female (most) by skipping the 6 optional male players.
- # of players:
- 8-20 players plus an optional expandable team (non-suspect, duplicated)
- Expansion packs:
- 10 players, 20 players (both purchased separately, both have an optional expandable team)
- Expandable?:
- Expands to over 200 players with teams (including expansion packs)
- Date of publication:
- November, 2013. Last revised on 09/25/24
- Content disclosure:
- Req. char. hears 'helpful' voices - meds stop them but harms career (voices aren't villainized). Opt. char's: one believes in aliens & 22-year-old pet was run over, but it was a menace, and might've died 5 years ago but nobody told it.
- Game license:
- Single, private use. See the game license's Terms and Conditions below.
Reviews
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Christmas Family Fun!
Looking for a different way to spend the holidays with family? I had 4 teenagers to entertain, a “grandmother “, single aunt, divorced uncle and many personality. I didn’t want everyone to just watch TV or play video games or be on their phone. This murder mystery hit the spot. Everyone spent days looking for the perfect ugly sweater (or t-shirt) and then over dinner we played the game. We all had a blast and ended up laughing hysterically and having great conversation and fun! Fun for all! Win!
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Wacky fun!
The characters had more depth than other games I've purchased here and were absolutely hilarious.
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Great fun and easy to run
Worked very well with mixed family group. My family surprised me with their inventiveness. Everyone found it easy to join in from young nephew to 85 year old grandma and daughters new boyfriend. Memberable evening - a good laugh.
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Still laughing.
Game is a breeze to host, the instructions are clear. We did this for our holiday get together at work and everybody came out of their shell and had a good time. The game itself is fun to play and we fell in love with our roles in the game. We are still laughing. Thank you.
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Easier to host than I thought
When I downloaded the package and saw that it was 84 pages, I didn't know how I would get through it. But, I soon discovered it was pretty straight-forward. And, my guests REALLY enjoyed it! I definitely recommend this to anyone and I'll be doing it again. Maybe for Halloween!
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Exceeded expectations
We had a game of 30 people. The whole evening was really great. It really got the introverts meeting and talking to new people as well. My only critique of the game is that the last group during the reveal seem to take a long time I would recommend cutting the dialogue by 50% because people were ready to put the game away at that point. Overall a great experience. Thank you
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This game is to DIE for!
Loved everything about hosting this party for 20 people. Host instructions are great & super easy. The kit didn't take too awful long to prepare but next time I'm springing for the boxed one. My guests got into their roles and the laughter didn't stop all night. Great mystery! Loved the game!