Board-based role-playing game for beginners
from 3 to 6 players
+/- 120 min
+14 years
Created by Grumpy Green Studio
Master Investigator
A detective game inspired by tabletop role-playing games,
simplified for board game enthusiasts.
A board-based role-playing game designed for board game players who are new to tabletop role-playing.
Immerse yourself in criminal investigations, solve mysteries, and go on adventures with your friends or strangers.
Two sides are at odds!
2 to 5 players
Look for evidence
Find the Murderer
Investigators
Master Investigator
1 player
To mislead
What's this
a role-playing game?
You've probably already heard of Dungeons and Dragons or seen in TV shows or movies. Well, role-playing is a board game that usually takes place over several days with a group of people around a table covered with extremely detailed character sheets and, sometimes, miniatures to represent the characters or enemies.
Role-playing games are often seen as a pastime for antisocial nerds who don't really like the sun, that view is completely wrong! This mystery game is designed precisely to set the record straight about this type of game, which requires collective creativity and, above all, offers a a wide range of opportunities for social interaction with your fellow players.
Why
a police investigation?
This is an unusual theme for this type of game, as most fall under the heroic fantasy genre, with Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder as its most prominent examples.
HOWEVER! The theme of police investigations fits perfectly with role-playing, since investigators can ask their Investigator Master (or, as they’re more commonly known, Game master).
No predefined multiple-choice options or linear stories here!
YOU decide which direction to take during your investigation to find out who is behind this heinous crime. Even if it means questioning every old person in town!
Who can play it?
A game lasts about 120 minutes, so you don't need to set aside a whole week to play.
Everyone!
Whether you're new to this type of game or an experienced player, you'll have no trouble understanding the rules and starting a game in just a few minutes (basically, the time it takes to take the box out of the cabinet).
It's easy to understand and quick to set up!
Become
our producer!
The game is still looking for a producer to help with its release and distribution. If you’re a producer and are interested in getting involved in this project, please let us know!
Musics
Videos
Team
Cédric Staces
Game designer and Graphic designer
Emma Gavage
Screenwriter
Koiichi
Illustrator
Short story
It all started with a group of friends eager to dive into a thrilling adventure. It was a motley crew: some were new to role-playing, others were more experienced, but they all shared a common goal—to have a fun, interactive experience where every choice would truly matter.
But disillusionment soon set in… After four hours After spending time around the table, all they had managed to do was create their characters! Frustrated, they asked themselves: “Why can't role-playing be accessible and fast-paced without sacrificing immersion?”
It was out of this frustration that Master Investigator was born.
A role-playing game designed for everyone, even beginners, with ultra-fast setup and simplified rules. Open the box, choose a Game Master, and by the time you’ve read the instructions and the case file, you’ll be ready to start in less than 5 minutes. No more spending hours preparing—it's time for action and instant fun!
The first version of the game was rudimentary, designed using a simple Excel spreadsheet with formulas and automated worksheets. Little by little, thanks to our passion and our desire to make the game accessible to everyone, Master Investigator has evolved into the complete, immersive experience you'll discover when it's released.
Our goal? To offer you a game that combines immersion, intrigue, and fun, while respecting your time and your desire to play. We hope this version will meet your expectations and bring hours of memorable investigations to your table. Thank you for joining us on this adventure! 😊
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