Q System Serie Sherlock: Les Essais Fabiens (FR)

*French version

Q System Sherlock: Les Essais Fabiens (FR) is a cooperative deduction game where players investigate the mysterious death of John Marlowe, a working-class activist found dead in his home. Suicide, murder, or something far more complex? Every clue could completely reshape your theory of the case.

This narrative investigation uses the clever Q System, a streamlined yet highly engaging mechanic where players collectively analyze a deck of clue cards. Some clues contain vital information, while others may simply waste valuable time and points. Success depends on identifying meaningful evidence and carefully reconstructing the truth behind the incident.

Throughout the investigation, players discuss theories, debate interpretations, and connect scattered details without ever fully revealing the cards in their hands. This communication limitation creates constant tension while encouraging teamwork, memory, and logical deduction.

You will probably enjoy Q System Sherlock: Les Essais Fabiens if you love cooperative board games driven by storytelling, discussion, and mystery solving. If your group enjoys piecing together clues, debating suspects, and experiencing immersive detective stories similar to crime novels or investigation series, this case delivers a highly engaging experience.

Thanks to its compact format and accessible rules, the game works equally well solo or with groups of up to eight players. Every session becomes an intense deduction challenge where even the smallest detail may prove essential.

The game was designed by Martí Lucas Feliu and Josep Izquierdo Sánchez, known for creating accessible and immersive investigative experiences. The atmospheric artwork by Amelia Sales perfectly reinforces the dark and mysterious tone of the case.

BOX CONTENTS
32 clue cards
Game rules

Number of players: 1 to 8
Playing time: 60 minutes
Age: 10+