Murder in Dreary Hollow | Virtual Murder Mystery

An intriguing murder mystery game for 4-10 players, ages 13+ to be played at home or in a virtual setting. This game takes about two hours to play. This is an instant download version of a virtual format game - no waiting, no shipping fees - download and play - no printing is needed. This murder mystery game was formatted to play on Zoom or other video chat - you send each player a PDF file before the game and meet up virtually to play! (This game does not have required video content as some of the other virtual games.)

Helpful Links: 

Host character list

Free, printable invitation

Murder Mystery Prop Emporium

Direct your guests here - the corresponding pre-game site at Your Mystery Party

Mystery Synopsis:

Leota Xavier was the most despised lady in the town of Dreary Hollow. With a sharp tongue and scowls galore, this spinster managed to make more enemies than friends during her miserable lifetime. A five-time widow with more money than good sense, she had retired from being the headmistress at Dark Harbor Preparatory School long ago. She lived alone in a mansion on the outer edge of town with nine cats and terrorized the townsfolk when her butler drove her into town. 

To nobody’s surprise, Leota’s body was discovered in her front yard early this morning. The Dreary Hollow Police have summoned you. You either have the missing pieces of the puzzle needed to solve the case, or you are a prime suspect. This is where your story begins. 

YOU WILL RECEIVE: (There are no videos with this game like the others in this virtual catalog).

• Host instruction file - including bonus games to play virtually, player instructions, and a timeline sheet (abbreviated instructions) for your event.
• 10 character packets (PDF files) to send to your players in advance of the party. They include instructions, a character bio, suspect list, and three rounds of game play (optional pre-game, round one materials, round two materials). 
• Solution keys for the game and game challenge - host can play along without spoiling the game.
• Editable text field player contact sheet for pre-game
• Free invitation (optional to use)
• Free pre-game website (optional, but suggested)
• Spectator file - if you wish to add non-suspect/non-character players to play along.
• Optional host list for 4 required players - only open if you intend on hosting with 4 or 5 players.  

If you wish to host this (or any other) game for profit, you will need a commercial license - click here.