Description
Mystery Mixer – What is it?
Charming Mystery Games introduces a fresh, one-of-a-kind mystery experience that combines collectible keepsake charm sets with engaging detective work. This is a non-roleplaying game where players mingle and guess 8 independent mysteries using collectible keychain charm sets as the clues. This is volume I of the series! Each volume will have different mysteries to solve.
Each Mystery Mixer game includes 8 intriguing charm sets, with 8 separate, independent mysteries to solve. Every player receives a unique charm set that serves two purposes: it's a memorable keepsake to take home and a collection of clues that unlocks a mystery. The mystery can be anything from over 17 categories.
As players investigate their own charm set, they'll also work together to uncover the secrets hidden within everyone else's. Each player will receive an investigator card to record guesses, a hint card inside of an envelope, and a solution - all inside of a color-coded velveteen pouch. The hint card will divulge the category, and give a bit of advice for solving the mystery.
Unlike traditional mystery games, Mystery Mixer is social, interactive, and completely non-roleplaying, making it easy for teens and adults with any personalities to jump in and play. The game can be enjoyed casually in the background as guests mingle, or it can become the centerpiece of your event with a competitive race to solve the most mysteries. The mixers are also a perfect way to pre-game and break the ice at any murder mystery to get the deductive juices flowing!
You'll have more than 8 players at your party? No problem! You can get another volume of the mixer kits, as they all have different mysteries to solve. Or, there are Pocket Mystery add-ons, where you can purchase as many as you need.
Whether you're hosting a party, shower, reunion, team-building event, or special gathering, Mystery Mixer transforms conversation into an unforgettable mystery-solving adventure, complete with charming souvenirs everyone gets to keep.
Game Trailer Video
Mystery Mixer – How It Works
This mingling game can be played in two ways: passively throughout any gathering, or as a structured, competitive mystery game.
Included in the game:
- A 6 by 9" cardstock host and player instruction card (front/back)
- 8 velveteen bags in different colors
- 8 collectible keychains with at least 4 charms attached that are clues to 8 independent mysteries.
- 8 hint cards in 8 sealed envelopes
- 8 solution cards in 8 sealed envelopes
- 8 investigator cards for players to record guesses
At first glance, the charms may be completely puzzling. That’s where the mixer begins.
Option 1: Passive Play
Players mingle naturally throughout the event, casually comparing charms and sharing ideas.
At a designated time near the end, everyone submits their final guess for what their charm set represents. We suggest playing this way when there is other entertainment at your event, and you just need to fill in spots of time.
Option 2: Structured Competitive Play
Round 1:
First Impressions
Players examine their charms and make an initial guess, assigning a confidence level along with their guess:
- Zero
- Mid
- Mega
Higher confidence earns more points—but risks bigger losses if incorrect. This game is all about strategy!
Mingle Phase
Players move around the room for mingle session #1 and can:
- Ask others for opinions
- Make allies (optional)
- Compare interpretations
- Piece together clues collaboratively...or...
- Sabotage competitors - it is up to the players how they wish to play!
Round 2:
The Hint
Players open their Hint envelope, revealing a category that narrows the mystery. They make a second guess, again choosing a new confidence level. At this stage, connections begin to form—and “aha” moments start to happen.
Mingle session #2 launches, where players can:
- Refine or double-check their guesses
- Take risks with higher confidence
- Guess other players’ mysteries for bonus points
- Sabotage and/or make/break alliances
Final Round
Players submit their final answer, then open their Answer Key. Each player reveals their solution to the group, and everyone tallies their points.
The Goal
Decode your mystery—and others’—with the most accuracy and confidence and earn the highest point total!
Quick Summary
Get your charms. Guess. Mingle. Open Hint. Guess. Mingle. Guess all sets. Open the Solutions. Tally Points. Win!
