The Usual Suspects

(Web published) · 2007

3–437 min8+ yrs5.6 BGG31

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How do you play The Usual Suspects?

The Usual Suspects is a deduction game playable with common components. Players attempt to deduce which of twelve spies are innocent - with no knowledge, initially, if any spies are in fact innocent.

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The Usual Suspects is a deduction game playable with common components. Players attempt to deduce which of twelve spies are innocent - with no knowledge, initially, if any spies are in fact innocent. Players record their suspicions during the game, and score them only when the game ends, such that everyone remains involved until the game is complete.

This game was released to the public in the Re: Geek of the Week #69 - Joe Huber thread.

Please note that this is a different game from the much better known and professionally published game Unusual Suspects.

game anatomy

BGG rating5.6 / 10

Play time

37 min

Players

3–4

Recommended age

8+ yrs

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Q3How do you play The Usual Suspects?

The Usual Suspects is a deduction game, for 3–4 players, taking ~37 minutes. Check the Rules tab for setup, gameplay, and scoring, or ask Trișache anything about The Usual Suspects — our AI assistant built by howtoplay.ro and trained specifically on board game rulebooks.

Q4How many players does The Usual Suspects support?

The Usual Suspects is played by 3–4 players.

Q5How long does a game of The Usual Suspects take?

A game of The Usual Suspects takes about 37 minutes. (The first game doesn't count. It never counts.)

Q6What age is The Usual Suspects for?

The Usual Suspects is recommended from age 8.

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Mechanics & categories

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