Mystery, Detective & Escape Games
Longer sessions and co-op puzzling
Search rooms, read the evidence and crack the code. Short escape rooms, detective case files and cipher puzzles you can solve alone or with a friend reading over your shoulder.
11 games · free · no download
Play together
Online rooms with an invite link, or pass-and-play on one device.
Play on your own
SoloSpot the Difference
Two scenes, five sneaky changes. Can you find them all?
SoloNewMini Escape Room
Three point-and-click rooms. Find the clues, crack the locks, get out.
SoloNewDetective Case Files
Read the statements, study the evidence, and accuse the right person.
SoloNewWho Is Lying?
Truth-tellers never lie, liars never tell the truth. Work out who's who.
SoloNewCryptogram
Crack the letter-swap cipher to reveal a famous quote.
SoloNewDaily Cipher
One cryptogram a day, the same for everyone. Crack it and share your time.
SoloNewRiver Crossing
Get everyone across in a tiny boat without anyone getting eaten.
SoloNewLogic Grid Puzzle
Read the clues, cross out the impossible, find who has what.
SoloNewDaily Logic Grid
One logic grid a day, the same for everyone.
SoloNewThe Light at Gull's End
A choose-your-path text adventure: a dark lighthouse, a missing keeper, ten endings.
Mystery & Escape FAQ
Are these mystery & escape games free?
Yes. Every mystery & escape game on OFF PLAY is free to play in your browser, with no download, install or account needed for solo play.
Can I play mystery & escape games on my phone?
Yes. Every game works on phones, tablets and computers, with touch controls on mobile and keyboard or mouse controls on desktop.
Can I play with friends?
Yes. 1 game in this category can be played together, either online in a private room you share with a link, or by passing one device around.