Clue 1949
Designed by Anthony E. Pratt
What it is
A light deduction, movies / tv / radio theme, murder / mystery game for 2-6 players (~45 min), built around deduction, grid movement, memory.
Why it matters
A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #11109 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played family title.
How to play Clue
Clue is a light game (rated 1.6 of 5 for complexity on BoardGameGeek) that plays with 2–6 players, runs about 45 minutes and is aimed at ages 8 and up. It's a Deduction, Movies / TV / Radio theme and Murder / Mystery game where the core of play revolves around Deduction, Grid Movement and Memory. A light deduction, movies / tv / radio theme, murder / mystery game for 2-6 players (~45 min), built around deduction, grid movement, memory. A notable hobby board game, currently ranked #11109 on BoardGameGeek and a widely played family title.
This is an overview of what to expect at the table — not the rulebook. We link to official rules and tutorials rather than reproducing them.
What players ask about Clue
How many players is Clue?
Clue plays with 2–6 players.
Does Clue work with 2 players?
Yes — Clue plays 2–6, so it supports a 2-player game (it isn't 2-player-only).
How long does Clue take to play?
About 45 minutes per game.
Is Clue hard to learn?
BoardGameGeek rates its complexity at 1.6 out of 5 — light — easy to learn. That's a community weight rating, not our opinion.
What age is Clue for?
The publisher recommends ages 8 and up.
Is Clue good for beginners and families?
Going by the numbers — a low complexity of 1.6/5 and a 8+ age rating — Clue is approachable for newcomers and family play. (That's inferred from its weight and age, not a review.)
What kind of game is Clue?
Clue is a Deduction, Movies / TV / Radio theme, Murder / Mystery game, built on Deduction, Grid Movement, Memory.
Where to buy Clue
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