Alice is Missing
2020
Design9.0/10
Interaction10.0/10
Artistry2.0/10
Strategy2.0/10
Complexity3.0/10

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What kind of game is Alice is Missing?

Alice is Missing leans heavily into theme and atmosphere, so the setting is a core part of why people enjoy it.

How interactive is Alice is Missing?

Alice is Missing features meaningful player interaction, with decisions that regularly affect the rest of the table. Competition, and table awareness are important throughout the game.

What is the presentation of Alice is Missing like?

Alice is Missing is visually straightforward and prioritizes function over spectacle. The presentation stays clear and practical, keeping the focus on decision-making.

How strategic is Alice is Missing?

Alice is Missing is more tactical than deeply strategic, with shorter planning horizons and flexible turn-by-turn decisions. Luck and tempo shifts can play a noticeable role.

How hard is Alice is Missing to learn?

Alice is Missing is relatively easy to learn and teach, with rules that click quickly for most groups. It is a good fit when you want faster onboarding and smooth play.

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Alice is Missing

Solve a mystery via text messages, creating a tense, collaborative narrative experience.
2020 • 3–5

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Players
3–5
Avg time
null min
Age
10+

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Overview

Alice is Missing is a unique, silent role-playing game where players investigate the disappearance of Alice Briarwood from the small town of Silent Falls. The game is played entirely through text messages, with players using their phones to communicate with each other, uncover clues, and develop relationships as they piece together the events leading up to Alice's vanishing.

Players are provided with character roles and relationships at the start of the game, and the game unfolds over a single session. The reliance on text-based communication creates a sense of immediacy and tension, enhancing the mystery and encouraging players to think creatively about their character's actions and motivations within the confines of their phone.

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Publishers
  • Renegade Games Studios