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THE OUTBACK

THE OUTBACK

Regular price $40.00 NZD
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
Realistic evidence such as photographs, interviews, emails, a newspaper and much more!
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  • 30-Day Return Guarantee
  • Ships from New Zealand

SHIPPING INFO

We ship with NZPost, and your order will usually arrive within 2–3 business days. We dispatch quickly—so you won't be waiting long to dive into your next mystery adventure!

PLAYER LIMIT

There is no limit to the number of people that can play. However, it does become more difficult to share evidence with larger groups, so we recommend 1 - 10 players.

AGE LIMIT

We recommend our games for players 13 years and older, this is murder after all!

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CASE DETAILS:

In the remote, sun-scorched expanse of the South Australian outback, a high-stakes venture turns deadly. Geologist Ella Martens believed she had uncovered the key to an untapped fortune - but when she’s found murdered during the expedition, suspicion falls on the tight-knit team she brought together. Was it ambition, jealousy, or greed that led to her death? As a consulting detective, it’s up to you to sift through field notes, suspect interviews, and other clues that could crack the case wide open.

Difficulty Rating - Medium (★★★)

Time Estimate - 1 - 1.5 Hours

  • GO OVER THE CASE

    Read through the case file and get to know the story rich characters. Each mystery is a fully immersive case file including photographs, interviews, a newspaper and other items.

  • WORK THROUGH OBJECTIVES

    Each case comes with a series of objectives that guide you through the story. It is your job to link the clues together and determine who the murderer is.

  • CLOSE THE CASE

    After solving the final objective, you'll close the case and put the murderer behind bars where they belong - proving once and for all that you are a genuine Sherlock Holmes!

  • MADE FOR YOU

    All our cases are made for Australia & New Zealand.

  • HIGH QUALITY

    All clues are made from the highest quality materials

  • PERFECT NIGHT IN

    An all inclusive game that doesn't require role-playing or dress-up.

  • 5 stars: 115 (79%)
  • 4 stars: 23 (16%)
  • 3 stars: 4 (3%)
  • 2 stars: 3 (2%)
  • 1 star: 1 (1%)
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Katherine
Great Date Night Activity!

My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed Case Closed - it was great to be able to spend time together, and using logic to workout who-dun-it. The clues were very detailed, and we enjoyed the challenge.

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Katherine
Great Date Night Activity!

My partner and I thoroughly enjoyed Case Closed - it was great to be able to spend time together, and using logic to workout who-dun-it. The clues were very detailed, and we enjoyed the challenge.

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Anonymous
Great night in

Another great evening with grandkids and friends.

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Angela
Great night in

Another great evening with grandkids and friends.

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Garry
So much fun

So much fun, get a story board going and solve the case! Wife and I had a great afternoon working it all out. QR code included that provides access to hints if you need them. Highly recommend for true crime buffs or problem solvers.

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Garry
So much fun

So much fun, get a story board going and solve the case! Wife and I had a great afternoon working it all out. QR code included that provides access to hints if you need them. Highly recommend for true crime buffs or problem solvers.

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Bre
Wonderful to have great quality game that is not written for a North American audience

Wonderful to have great quality game that is not written for a North American audience. For a first time game, it was challenging but not impossible, enough red herrings but not too many, and a slow awakening to who, what and why! Considerable post game discussion, with a wine or two, over other charges that could’ve, should’ve but weren’t laid! We loved it!

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Helen
Great way to spend an evening

Great way to spend an evening...love how it was presented and it makes you think

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Bre
Wonderful to have great quality game that is not written for a North American audience

Wonderful to have great quality game that is not written for a North American audience. For a first time game, it was challenging but not impossible, enough red herrings but not too many, and a slow awakening to who, what and why! Considerable post game discussion, with a wine or two, over other charges that could’ve, should’ve but weren’t laid! We loved it!

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Helen
Great way to spend an evening

Great way to spend an evening...love how it was presented and it makes you think

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Ally
The advertisement stated there would be 4 cases in total

The advertisement stated there would be 4 cases in total. I paid 50.00 and its 1 case. I would never had purchased at that price for 1 case. waste of moneh waste of time and false and misleading facebook ad

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Jodie Cook

Loved it. Having the case notes and all details made it a challenge we both enjoyed together. Great discussions and debates 🤣🤣

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Jim Dyer

Well packaged, fast delivery.

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Lisa

These arrived super quick and exactly as described. Very happy to give them as a gift for Christmas

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Tess Newman

Love these, fast delivery

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Lawrence

Great, kept us entertained and engaged. very well put together.

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Andrew La Vista

Awesome case, my wife and I enjoyed it very much and we are currently deciding on our next mission from you guys!

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Liz (Bright)
We loved this! Just hard enough to keep everyone interested

We loved this! Just hard enough to keep everyone interested. We played with 3 adults and 4 teenagers on a weekend away, great fun!

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Anonymous
A lot of paperwork and reading

A lot of paperwork and reading, to a very quick ending, not many twist or turns or thinking, don’t feel a great value for money

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Barry Downes
Such immersive fun

So much fun, it’s amazing how quickly you get immersed in the case. We sat as a family for 3 hrs trying to crack the case… have already ordered another ‘episode’. This is the anti Netflix, do it!

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Andrew French
Great fun for a night in

My wife and I love these case files, they're great fun, very well made and can't wait for more to be released.
Can't recommend enough!

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Anonymous
The game was superb

The game was superb. Lots of fun, good clues, but still challenging!

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Anonymous
We absolutely loved Case Closed! The storyline was engaging from start to finish and kept us

We absolutely loved Case Closed! The storyline was engaging from start to finish and kept us hooked the whole way through. We enjoyed it so much that we’ve already ordered the other 4 and can’t wait to play them. Really hoping you continue bringing out more storylines in the future. It would also be great to see some repeat customer discounts for returning players. Highly recommend!

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Thomas Cook
Recommend

My wife and I found this challenging and fun,

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kim martin
I loved it

It wad great i will be getting another

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Sammi
Very challenging

Found this game far more challenging than the first one we did. Still totally recommend everyone giving it a go.

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Anonymous
It was a really fun way to spend a girls night in

We had a great time solving this case. It was a really fun way to spend a girls night in. With the 4 of us, it took us a couple of hours. Great fun.

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Tara

This one looks great.

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Anonymous
Fun

My husband and I really enjoy these games. This was the 2nd one we’ve done and got the hang of it this time. We are in our 60’s and are quite proud of ourselves when we solve it.

Have Questions?
We Have Answers.

Get quick answers to common questions — from shipping to solving your case.

How long do they take?

Most of our detective games take around 1 to 2 hours to solve — perfect for a date night or an evening in with friends. Some teams race through faster, others take their time following every lead. There’s no rush — the case is closed when you say it is.

How many people can play?

You can play with anywhere from 1 to 8 players. They’re great for a solo sleuth, date night duo, or a full group of friends. We recommend 2–6 players for the best experience — enough brains to crack the case, without everyone fighting over the evidence.

Is there an age limit?

Our games are designed for ages 13 and up, since they include crime themes and murder investigations. Younger players can still join in with some guidance — but the mysteries are definitely made for teens and adults who love a good challenge.

Can it be passed on as a gift?

Absolutely! Each game is single-use, but once you’ve solved the case, you can pass it on to friends or family to enjoy. Just make sure all the evidence is neatly packed back into the case file — no spoilers left behind!

Do I need internet to play?

Most of our games can be played completely offline, but they all include an online answer key if you want a little help. Tasmanian Terror is the exception — it includes a digital clue that requires internet access, so maybe don’t take that one camping!