2024 marks the 75th anniversary of the iconic board gameClue, one of Hasbro’smost recognizable propertiesthroughout its existence. From fun nights with friends and family to the big screen withthe surprising 1985 hitstarringTim Curry,Madeline Kahn, andChristopher Lloyd, among others, the tabletop deduction game has delighted with its simple yet effective cases, asking players to find the who, the what, and the where of a murder. Countless versions of the classic formula have been introduced throughout the years, including editions based on popular shows likeWednesdayandScooby-Doo. Now, The Op Games is bringing the Staten Island vampires into a whodunnit of their own with the newClue: What We Do in the Shadows Editionand Collider can reveal an exclusive look at the game available now at major retailers.
Lest you fear that the vampire housemates and their familiar Guillermo are going to be killing each other in this edition, fret not, as the goal of the game is not to find the killer, but the hider. Laszlo’s cursed 100% witch skin hat, a frequent target ofNick Kroll’s Simon the Devious, has once again gone missing. With Simon not around, though, one of the housemates is responsible for stashing the hat away somewhere in the Vampire Residence, andit’s up to players to figure out who hid it, where it’s located, and with what object it’s obscured.Nandor, Nadja, Laszlo, Colin Robinson, Guillermo, and The Guideare all potential suspects, while the board itself features locations from the show like the Fancy Room and the attic where Baron Afanas once stayed.
Everything from the board to the tokens, character movers, cards, and even the note sheets in the game is given aWhat We Do in the Shadowsmakeover, bringing the Vampire Residence to life as well as othericonic moments and locales from the series. The objects used to hide Laszlo’s cursed hat are given grey and black etched pieces to place in each room and range from floorboards to the possessed Nadja doll. Intrigue cards alsobring back memories from the show’s five-season run thus far, with visits to the wellness club and invoking the classic “Bat!” granting players an advantage. “We’re incredibly excited to bring this new edition to life,”Dane Chapin, the CEO of The Op Games, said about bringing the dark comedy series to the classic board game. “Combining the strategic fun ofCluewith the unique humor and charm ofWhat We Do In The Shadowscreates an experience that both long-time fans and new players will love."
It’s About Time To Say Goodbye to ‘What We Do With the Shadows’ With Season 6
It’s the perfect time to pick up the vampire-themed game asWhat We Do With the Shadowsnears the release of its sixth and final season. The seriesreturns to FX on October 21with one final run full of hijinks tosend everyone off on a high note. After finding out that being a vampire isn’t all it’s cracked up to be in Season 5, Guillermo is now committed to humanity and searches for his true purpose in life after leaving behind his original dream. Everyone’s doing some re-evaluating this season as the vampires get a visit from their old roommate after a 50-year nap, realizing they’ve accomplished none of their goals or conquered the New World in that time. Thereare still some fun adventures left, including a trip to New Hampshire and a demon summoning, but it’s about time to say goodbye to FX’s favorite creatures of the night.
The main castare all returning for the final season, includingHarvey Guillén,Kayvan Novac,Natasia Demetriou,Matt Berry,Mark Proksch, andKristen Schaal.What We Do in the Shadowshas routinely brought in some big guests throughout its run, so there’s a strong possibility that even more surprise cameos will crop up in Season 6. Other fan-favorite recurring characters are likely to make appearances too, like Laszlo’s friend and the vamps' neighbor Sean (Anthony Atamanuik). One undead figure we know will be back isDoug Jonesas Baron Afanas, whoconfirmed to Collider in Maythat he’d appear in “three and a half” episodes to close out the series.
Clue: What We Do in the Shadows Editionisavailable now on Amazon and other major retailers for $44.99 USD. Visit the officialThe Op Gameswebsite for more information and get an exclusive look at the themed pieces, board, and more in the gallery above.
What We Do in the Shadows
What We Do in the Shadowsoffers a comedic glimpse into the nightly lives of four vampire roommates—Nandor, Laszlo, Nadja, and energy vampire Colin Robinson—residing in Staten Island. Alongside their human familiar, Guillermo, they navigate modern challenges like paying rent, attending social events, and dealing with supernatural politics, all while maintaining their centuries-old habits.
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