City Code: Online Detective Game for Friends

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INSPIRED BY TRUE EVENTS

City code is a digital detective board game

It brings everything you love about murder mysteries but taken to the next level

2–6 players

~90 min

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Together or remote

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4.9 · 10K+ detectives

~42 playing right now

4.9 · 10K+ detectives

~42 playing right now

4.9 · 10K+ detectives

~42 playing right now

10,000+

detectives played

4.9+

average player rating

249+

reviews on all sources

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10,000+

detectives played

4.9+

average player rating

249+

reviews on all sources

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countries

[ No box to wait for, no pieces to store ]

[ Open your browser and start playing instantly ]

[ Invite your friends over or play together online from anywhere ]

City Code is a digital detective board game that brings everything you love about murder mysteries but taken to the next level

City Code is
a digital detective board game that brings everything you love about murder mysteries but taken to the next level

City Code is a digital detective board game

It brings everything you love about murder mysteries but taken to the next level

{ No box to wait for, no pieces to store }

{ Open your browser and start playing instantly }

{ Invite your friends over or play together online from anywhere }

Every investigation is unique - the clues, the suspects, and an ending

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Choose your first case

Buy now at the sale price — play tonight or whenever your team is ready.

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You’re not watching a detective story - you’re its main character

Take the case

You're a private detective in 1980s America, where the cops are dirty and the politicians are corrupt. When people need the truth, you're the only one who'll fight for it.

Trust your gut

Gather clues, size up the suspects, decide where to go next. It plays like a board game, but the board is an interactive city map.

Explore a living city

An open world of 1,000+ locations. Go anywhere, talk to anyone, and uncover the truth your own way.

Gameplay

Explore the city and its residents

An open map of a real city with countless locations to visit and secrets to uncover

You decide who to trust

Every character has something to hide - but who's keeping the darkest secrets? Find out yourself

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How the game works

Easy to start, simple to learn, and fun to play - perfect for any team!

Dive into the investigation with friends

Perfect for true crime fans and board game nights. Up to 6 players per team.

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FAQ

What is City Code?

City Code is a browser-based digital detective game for friends, couples, and true crime fans. Players investigate a mystery together, explore an interactive city, examine evidence, question characters, follow leads, and work toward a shared solution.

Is City Code an online game or

a digital board game?

City Code is a digital detective game played in a web browser. It feels like a collaborative board game, but the board is an interactive city map: players can gather in the same room or investigate remotely from different locations, and no physical game box is required.

How does a City Code investigation work?

Your group becomes a team of private detectives in 1980s America. You explore an open interactive map with more than 1,000 locations, review clues, witness reports, photographs, documents and coded messages, decide which leads to follow, and solve the case together.

How is City Code different from

a traditional murder

mystery game?

City Code does not require assigned characters, scripts, costumes, printed case files, or a host who already knows the solution. Everyone investigates the same case together and the host can play as a detective too.

Are City Code cases based on

true events?

City Code cases are inspired by true events and reimagined as interactive investigations in which your choices determine how you uncover the story.

Does City Code offer more than one game?

City Code is a platform for different detective cases, stories, and scenarios. Players can choose an investigation and return for other cases rather than being limited to a single game.

How many people can play City Code?

City Code can be played solo or with other people. The optimal team size is 2 to 6 players.

Can couples play City Code

together?

Yes. 2 people can investigate the same case together, making City Code suitable for an at-home date night or a shared mystery experience for couples.

Can we play City Code together

in the same room?

Yes. You can gather around a shared laptop or TV, or let players use their own supported devices while discussing evidence and theories together.

What do I need to play

City Code?

You need a compatible device, a modern web browser, a reliable internet connection, and access to the game. Notes and pens can be useful, but costumes, printed materials, and special equipment are not required.

Can I play remotely with friends?

Does every player need a separate account or device?

After purchase, the buyer receives access to the game and a link to invite friends to the team. Players can follow the investigation together; the exact device setup can depend on whether the group plays remotely or in the same room.

Do we need a game master or prior experience?

No. City Code is designed so that everyone can investigate, including the person who organizes the game. No one needs to know the solution in advance or have previous detective-game experience.

Does City Code offer more than one game?

City Code is a platform for different detective cases, stories, and scenarios. Players can choose an investigation and return for other cases rather than being limited to a single game.

Is City Code an online game or a digital

board game?

How does a City Code investigation work?

Your group becomes a team of private detectives in 1980s America. You explore an open interactive map with more than 1,000 locations, review clues, witness reports, photographs, documents, and coded messages, decide which leads to follow, and solve the case together.

Is there a free version of the game?

Yes! You can try our free Demo Case before purchasing a full game. It’s a 30-minute detective case that gives you a feel for the gameplay, investigation process, and overall City Code experience. Try the Free Demo Case by Registering here.

Can I play City Code remotely with friends?

Yes. Players can join a Zoom, Discord, or another video or voice call and investigate together through the City Code platform from different locations.

Are City Code cases based on true events?

City Code cases are inspired by true events and reimagined as interactive investigations in which players decide how to explore the story and which leads to follow.

Does City Code offer more than one game?

City Code is a platform for different detective cases, stories, and scenarios. Players can choose an investigation and return for other cases rather than being limited to a single game.

How many people can play City Code?

City Code can be played with other people or solo. The optimal team size is 2 to 6 players.

What happens after I purchase

a City Code case?

After purchasing, you will receive an email with access to your account, where your game will be available. All you need to do is hit "Start" to begin. Your account will also include a link to invite friends to your team.

Can I replay a City Code case?

Unless stated otherwise before purchase, a City Code case includes up to three attempts. These attempts may be used to replay the case.

Is there a free version of the game?

Yes! You can try our free Demo Case before purchasing a full game. It’s a 30-minute detective case that gives you a feel for the gameplay, investigation process, and overall City Code experience. Try the Free Demo Case by Registering here.

Can couples play City Code together?

Yes. Two people can investigate the same case together, making City Code suitable for an at-home date night or a shared mystery experience for couples.

Can we play City Code together

in the same room?

Yes. You can gather around a shared laptop or TV, or use your own supported devices while discussing evidence and theories together.

Can I play City Code remotely with friends?

Yes. Players can join a Zoom, Discord, or another video or voice call and investigate together through the City Code platform from different locations.

What do I need to play City Code?

Does every player need a separate account

or device?

After purchase, the buyer receives access to the game and a link to invite friends to the team. Players can follow the investigation together; the most convenient device setup depends on whether the group plays remotely or in the same room.

Do we need a game master or

prior experience?

No. City Code is beginner-friendly and designed so that everyone can investigate, including the person who organizes the game. No one needs to know the solution in advance or have any previous experience with detective games.

How is City Code different from a traditional

murder mystery game?

City Code does not require assigned characters, scripts, costumes, printed case files, or a host who already knows the solution. Everyone investigates the same case together, and the person who organizes the game can play too.

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