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Hunt A Killer: Death at the Dive Bar

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Players 1–6
Play Time 30–180m
Age 14+
BGG Score 6.7

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6.7/ 10
rank #7479
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4.00/ 5
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👥PLAYERS
1–6
⏱PLAY TIME
30–180m
🎯AGE
14+
publisher rating
🧠COMPLEXITY
2.0 / 5
Light weight
✍DESIGNER
📅YEAR
2020
Hunt A Killer: Death at the Dive Bar — How to Play
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Hunt a Killer: Death at the Dive Bar is a cooperative murder mystery experience where you and up to five friends become private investigators solving the suspicious death of Nick Webster, owner of a small-town roadside tavern. When Nick's fall from a cliff is ruled an accident, one of his employees suspects something darker—and you must sift through witness statements, photographs, physical evidence, and coded messages to uncover the truth. The game delivers an immersive detective story in a box, complete with realistic documents and clues that make you feel like you're working a real case.

Players work together across multiple episodes, examining evidence, piecing together timelines, and cracking codes to establish means, motive, and opportunity. The deduction mechanics are accessible (rated 1/5 difficulty), making this an excellent entry point for groups new to mystery games, while the cooperative storytelling and hidden role elements keep everyone engaged. The campaign structure unfolds gradually, revealing new suspects and twists as you progress through the investigation.

Best for groups of 2–4 investigators who enjoy narrative-driven experiences and logical puzzle-solving. The flexible playtime (30–180 minutes per session) lets you pace the investigation to your schedule, and the game works surprisingly well solo for armchair detectives who want to work the case alone. If you've enjoyed escape room games or detective fiction, this delivers that same satisfying moment when the pieces finally click into place.

Why you'll love it
Rated 6.7 on BoardGameGeek · ranked #7479
Light-weight — 30–180m
Plays 1–6 players
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Frequently asked questions
How many players does Hunt a Killer: Death at the Dive Bar support?
The game supports 1–6 players and works well across that entire range. It's particularly strong with 2–4 investigators working together, but also functions as a satisfying solo detective experience.
How long does it take to complete the investigation?
Play time varies from 30–180 minutes per session depending on how quickly your group processes clues. The campaign structure means you can play in multiple sittings, making it easy to pace the mystery over several game nights.
What age is this game suitable for?
The game is recommended for ages 14+ due to mature themes (murder investigation) and the reading/deduction skills required to interpret evidence and solve puzzles.
How difficult is Hunt a Killer: Death at the Dive Bar?
This is rated 1/5 difficulty (Easy) by the publisher, with a BGG weight of 2.00/5. It's designed as an accessible entry point to murder mystery games, with logical puzzles and clear evidence trails that don't require expert detective skills.
Do I need to buy anything else to play?
No, this is a complete standalone experience. The box includes all the physical evidence, documents, photographs, and materials you need to solve the case. You may want paper and pencils for note-taking.
Who designed Hunt a Killer: Death at the Dive Bar?
The game was designed by K.C. Chaney and Carlea Holl-Jensen, with art by Krystle Alder and Andrea Kalfas. It was published by Hunt A Killer in 2020.

Game information

DesignerK.C. Chaney
PublisherHunt A Killer
Year2020
Players1–6
Play time30–180m
Age14+
BGG rank#7479
Barcode850050117018
Complexity2.0 / 5
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Ben

Great game overall, but Hunt A Killer: Death at the Dive Bar could do with a slightly better insert. Bits rattle around and setup takes longer than it should.

Thanks for the honest review - noted on the rulebook, we'll flag it to the publisher.

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