Shopping with Cold Case Inc
Choosing your first case
The library is split by difficulty and the sources give approximate playing times, so match these to how much time you have. The Stonewood Mystery is listed as Easy and suits a first investigation, with an estimated 60 to 120 minutes. The Elite Grand Enigma is Medium at 90 to 180 minutes, and The Waters Edge is Hard at 120 to 240 minutes. If you are unsure, the site offers a Case Match Quiz that suggests a mystery based on your preferences.
Solo or with others
The games can be played alone or shared. Several players have described splitting the work, with one person checking social media material while another goes through physical evidence. Because the evidence is organised as a case file, it works well as a group discussion starter when everyone can compare theories.
What you need before you start
No download is required because the games run in a web browser. Accounts can be logged in on up to two devices at the same time. Cases are provided in English. Check the individual game page for the specific mix of evidence, since the site notes that each case has its own tools.
Buying with clear expectations
Access to digital content begins once it is available in your account, so the site warns that the usual 14-day cancellation right is lost after that point. Read the refund terms before you pay. If you cannot log in, the site suggests checking spam folders and using the password reset link, then emailing support with your order number.
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