How to Play Clue: A Comprehensive Guide to the Classic Mystery Game
Clue is a classic mystery board game that has been enjoyed by generations of players. It is a game of deduction and strategy, where players work together to solve a murder mystery.
Objective of the Game:
The objective of Clue is to be the first player to correctly guess the murderer, the murder weapon, and the room where the murder took place.
Setup:
Game Board:
The game board is a mansion with nine rooms:
- Hall
- Lounge
- Dining Room
- Kitchen
- Ballroom
- Conservatory
- Billiard Room
- Library
- Study
Cards:
There are three types of cards in Clue:
- Suspect Cards: There are six suspect cards: Miss Scarlett, Colonel Mustard, Mrs. White, the Reverend Green, Mrs. Peacock, and Professor Plum.
- Weapon Cards: There are six weapon cards: the Candlestick, the Dagger, the Lead Pipe, the Revolver, the Rope, and the Wrench.
- Room Cards: There are nine room cards, corresponding to the nine rooms on the game board.
Character Tokens:
Each player chooses a character token and places it in the starting square on the board.
Gameplay:
The game is played in turns. On a player’s turn, they can:
- Roll the Die: Roll the die to move their character around the board.
- Make a Suggestion: When a player is in a room, they can make a suggestion by naming a suspect, a weapon, and the room they are in.
- Disprove Suggestions: If a player has any cards that contradict a suggestion, they must show them to the player who made the suggestion.
- Pass: If a player cannot or does not wish to make a suggestion, they can pass their turn.
Secret Envelopes:
At the beginning of the game, three cards (one suspect, one weapon, and one room) are chosen at random and placed in a secret envelope. The player who chooses these cards keeps them hidden from the other players.
Winning the Game:
The first player to correctly guess the murderer, the murder weapon, and the room where the murder took place wins the game.
Tips for Playing:
- Pay attention to the suggestions made by other players.
- Keep track of which cards have been shown and which have not.
- Try to eliminate suspects, weapons, and rooms as you gather more information.
- Don’t be afraid to make multiple suggestions.
- Be patient and persistent. Solving the mystery can take time.
FAQ:
Q: What happens if I disprove my own suggestion?
A: If you disprove your own suggestion, you must show the cards that contradict it to all the other players.
Q: Can I move another player’s character?
A: No, you can only move your own character.
Q: What happens if I roll a double?
A: If you roll a double, you can move your character twice the number shown on the die.
Q: Can I make a suggestion in any room?
A: No, you can only make a suggestion when you are in a room.
Q: Can I see the secret envelope?
A: No, only the player who chose the cards in the secret envelope can see them.
Q: What happens if all the cards in the secret envelope have been shown?
A: If all the cards in the secret envelope have been shown, then the mystery has been solved.
Q: What happens if I make a correct guess about one or two parts of the mystery?
A: If you make a correct guess about one or two parts of the mystery, you are one step closer to winning. You can continue making suggestions until you have guessed all three parts correctly.
Q: Is Clue a good game for children?
A: Clue is recommended for children ages 8 and up. It is a challenging and engaging game that encourages critical thinking and deduction skills.
