Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a physical product?
No. Paper Detective cases are digital downloads.
How many files do I receive?
12 PDFs total. Dead Air includes four complete editions - US Letter/Full Color, US Letter/Ink Saver, A4/Full Color, and A4/Ink Saver - each with its own Case File, Hints, and Solution PDF.
Do I need to print every file?
No. The different editions are provided so you can choose the paper size and ink level that suits you - not so you print them all.
Do I need a host?
No.
Does one player need to read the solution first?
No. No one needs to know the solution in advance.
Can two people play?
Yes. Two-player collaborative play is a primary use case.
Can I play alone?
Yes.
Can a small group play?
Yes - Dead Air supports up to four players.
Can I play digitally?
Yes. Digital players can annotate the PDF in a standard PDF reader.
Do I need an app?
No.
Do I need internet access while playing?
No.
Are hints included?
Yes.
Is the solution included?
Yes, as a separate file.
Is Dead Air graphic?
No. It contains a non-graphic murder and references to financial theft, plus a forensic description of one fatal head injury. There is no body photograph or graphic violence.