Does there have to be a host role?

by Sarah
(Cornwall)

Just wondering if there has to be a host role?

My response:

Someone has to be the host, yes. That person has to purchase the game, print it out, and arrange for everyone to attend and run the timetable.

In most of the games on my site, that person is a dedicated host who doesn't play a proper character. (Although one of my host tips explains exactly how to do that.)

There are a few games that are written so that the host can play a fuller character (although you need to be careful not to read too much). I explain which games these are on .

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The Show Must Go On! - an English amateur dramatics themed themed murder mystery for 9-13 guests.

Don't know where to start?

Here's my suggested quick route through the site:

Step 1 - Go to Choosing a Game to choose the game that suits your party best.

Step 2 - Review the Tips for Hosts for helpful advice.

Step 3 - If you want to keep up to date with the latest murder mystery game news, click on my What's New page.

Step 4 - Once you've had your party - tell me how it went! Click here to tell me your murder mystery party story.

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