Cold CasesFAQ

Uncover the truth. One cold case at a time.

Join over 500,000 active detectives and solve cases inspired by real-world mysteries. New case files added monthly.

Beta Player Feedback

No printing. Just vibes + clues.

We literally opened a case and started poking around in like 30 seconds. No PDFs. No 47-page host guide. Bless whoever decided to kill the printer drama.

Feels like an actual evidence wall

The board got messy (in a good way). Timelines, suspect stuff, little clue cards popping open—chef's kiss. My friend said, 'I feel like the over-caffeinated detective in a show.' Accurate.

Beta rough edges but I'm hooked

Some panels are a bit 'coming soon' but chasing the threads was legit fun. We argued about a receipt for 15 straight minutes. Needed snacks. Worth it.

Zero prep. Maximum drama.

Invited people over. Opened a case after dessert. Everyone instantly suspicious of literally everyone. I barely 'hosted'. 10/10 lazy GM experience.

Replay totally works if you narrate

Already solved it, came back as the 'ghost narrator' guiding new players. Watching them chase the wrong lead? Pure entertainment.

Group brain mode activated

We all huddled around my monitor like it was a forbidden artifact. Digital layout keeps the chaos contained vs paper piles. My table is thankful.

It's FREE?? Okay then

Beta being totally free feels kind of outrageous. I'm mentally ready to throw money at premium stuff when it lands ngl.

Need multi-device sync asap

Screen sharing works but I want everyone clicking around in real time like gremlins. Devs, I believe in you. Make the chaos scalable.

Accidentally stayed up late

Case said '1–2 hours'. We took 3 because we overthought everything and someone made a suspect spreadsheet. Zero regrets though.

UI mostly smooth, one hiccup

Had a clue load kinda slow once; we mocked it and moved on. Otherwise buttery. Dark mode supremacy.

No printing. Just vibes + clues.

We literally opened a case and started poking around in like 30 seconds. No PDFs. No 47-page host guide. Bless whoever decided to kill the printer drama.

Feels like an actual evidence wall

The board got messy (in a good way). Timelines, suspect stuff, little clue cards popping open—chef's kiss. My friend said, 'I feel like the over-caffeinated detective in a show.' Accurate.

Beta rough edges but I'm hooked

Some panels are a bit 'coming soon' but chasing the threads was legit fun. We argued about a receipt for 15 straight minutes. Needed snacks. Worth it.

Zero prep. Maximum drama.

Invited people over. Opened a case after dessert. Everyone instantly suspicious of literally everyone. I barely 'hosted'. 10/10 lazy GM experience.

Replay totally works if you narrate

Already solved it, came back as the 'ghost narrator' guiding new players. Watching them chase the wrong lead? Pure entertainment.

Group brain mode activated

We all huddled around my monitor like it was a forbidden artifact. Digital layout keeps the chaos contained vs paper piles. My table is thankful.

It's FREE?? Okay then

Beta being totally free feels kind of outrageous. I'm mentally ready to throw money at premium stuff when it lands ngl.

Need multi-device sync asap

Screen sharing works but I want everyone clicking around in real time like gremlins. Devs, I believe in you. Make the chaos scalable.

Accidentally stayed up late

Case said '1–2 hours'. We took 3 because we overthought everything and someone made a suspect spreadsheet. Zero regrets though.

UI mostly smooth, one hiccup

Had a clue load kinda slow once; we mocked it and moved on. Otherwise buttery. Dark mode supremacy.

Everything You Need to Crack the Case

Our all-in-one digital platform provides an immersive, interactive, and collaborative way to solve mysteries. Here's how we've changed the game.

Instant Access

No downloads, no printing. Start your investigation the moment you purchase.

Immersive Experience

Feel like a real detective with high-quality photos, audio clips, and realistic documents.

Interactive Case Tools

Use our dynamic timeline and evidence board to connect the dots and track suspect movements.

Solve Together

Invite friends to your private investigation room. Share theories and crack the case as a team.

All Your Evidence

Police reports, witness interviews, crime scene photos—all organized in one place.

Hints On Demand

Feeling stuck? Get a nudge in the right direction with our tiered hint system. No spoilers.

New Cases Added

A growing library of mysteries means your next thrilling investigation is always waiting.

50K+

Detectives

Become part of a thriving community of sleuths who have successfully closed cases on our platform.

SOLVE THE UNSOLVABLE

COLD CASE FILE GAMES

Looking for a unique date night or a fun challenge with friends? Our immersive Cold Case Files put you in the role of a detective as you work through police reports, witness statements, and crime scene evidence to crack unsolved cases. Perfect for couples, game nights, or anyone who loves true crime and investigative puzzles.

Questions? Totally fair.

FAQ

It's a digital sleuthing platform where you and your friends investigate interactive cold case files directly in your browser—no PDFs, no printing, just pure detective work.
Yes! You're using the open beta. That means features are still evolving, some panels may feel bare, and we're actively gathering feedback before full launch.
Instead of hosting with printed packets, everything—objectives, evidence, timelines, suspects—is structured as dynamic panels you explore and unlock digitally. It's built for easier sharing, faster setup, and replay hosting.
Yep. During beta all available cases are 100% free to play. Paid cases, add‑ons, and premium features will roll out after we stabilize core gameplay.
Not yet. Downloads and purchase flows are disabled in beta. Your progress lives in the app. A marketplace + optional printable bundles are planned post‑beta.
Pick a cold case from the Cases page, open its board, and dive into objectives and evidence. You can collaborate live by sharing your screen or playing side‑by‑side. Multiplayer accounts and synced sessions are coming later.
You can absolutely host or guide new players through the same case again. If you've already solved it, the core culprit won't change—so it's best to take a facilitator role on replays.
Most current beta cases take 1–2 hours for focused groups; casual play or thorough clue combing can stretch to ~2–3. Feel free to pause—your progress persists locally.
Just a modern browser and a reasonably sized screen. Mobile optimization is underway; desktop/laptop gives the best experience right now.
Head to the Roadmap section to see what's coming and drop feedback. We're prioritizing based on player input during beta.

Coming Soon

A quick glimpse at what the community wants next. Dive in for full filtering & voting.

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