Unsolved Case Files: Case 1 Harmony Ashcroft

Become a renowned detective in Unsolved Case Files: Case 1 Harmony Ashcroft! In this thrilling investigation game, you'll have to thoroughly analyze the case file to unravel mysteries and achieve three crucial objectives that culminate in the identification of the murderer. Use specially designed online answer keys to ensure that you have uncovered the correct evidence for each of your targets. The game features authentic thematic elements such as newspaper clippings, crime scene photographs and other artifacts that make the experience even more immersive. With unique mechanics, you can play alone or team up with friends to decipher this intriguing crime. Get ready for an immersive journey of deduction and reasoning, where every clue could be the key to solving the case!

Age 14 + 120 min 1 to 8 players

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Designers: John Carroll;

Date: 2020

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Mechanics: Deduction

Topics: Police

Table of Contents
- How to Play
- Tips for playing
- Game mechanics
- Game components
- Additional Information

OBJECTIVE OF THE GAME

The main objective of "Unsolved Case Files: Case 1 Harmony Ashcroft" is to solve a fictitious murder case that took place in 1998, identifying the real criminal and acquitting the person wrongly accused and convicted of the crime. Players take on the role of detectives, analyzing physical evidence, documents and testimonies contained in the case file to connect clues and determine what really happened on the night of the murder of Harmony Ashcroft, a young bride murdered on the eve of her wedding.

Tips for playing

Here are some tips for doing better in the game Unsolved Case Files: Case 1 Harmony Ashcroft:

  • Examine all witness statements carefully; discrepancies might reveal crucial insights.
  • Pay close attention to the evidence labels; they can provide hints on prioritizing clues.
  • Cross-reference timelines and alibis to spot any potential loopholes in suspects' stories.
  • Don't overlook minor details in the photos; they may be more significant than they seem.
  • Revisit documents that initially seemed irrelevant; you might notice something new.
  • Discussing theories with fellow players can lead to unexpected breakthroughs.
  • Use the character relationship map to help understand motives and connections.

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GAME mechanics

  • Deduction: This mechanic invites players to carefully analyze the evidence presented throughout the game in order to solve the central mystery. Players must piece together clues, interpret documents and correlate contradictory information to advance the narrative of Harmony Ashcroft's case. Deduction is key to interpreting the elements presented in the different types of files, such as testimonies, physical evidence and official documentation. The aim is to reconstruct the events of the crime, identify fallacies or inconsistencies and eventually discover the real culprit. It's an exercise in logic and critical thinking that requires attention to detail and the ability to connect scattered information.

Game components

See all the items in the game below Unsolved Case Files: Case 1 Harmony Ashcroft:

  • Principal Investigator
  • Suspicious clues
  • Secret Archive
  • Witness account
  • Relevant Documents
  • Crime Scene
  • Suspects in Focus
  • Case conclusions

Additional Information

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