Roles and Round Structure
Every round in Crewmate Detective begins with a secret role assignment. Most players become crew members with a shared list of maintenance tasks to complete aboard a colorful spaceship. One player receives the trickster role and works against the group without being identified. Because roles are randomized each round, no two sessions play out the same way, and regular players cannot rely on memorized patterns.
Task Completion and Sabotage
Crew members move through the ship and interact with simple activities that contribute to the group goal. These tasks are straightforward, which keeps the focus on observation rather than mechanical skill. The trickster blends in by mimicking task behavior while quietly causing delays. This creates constant tension: every player looks busy, so the crew must judge behavior rather than rely on obvious tells.
Meetings and Voting
When suspicion rises, any player can call a group meeting. During meetings, everyone shares what they have seen and votes on who they believe is the trickster. A correct majority vote means the crew wins that round. The round also ends when all tasks are finished or when the trickster outnumbers the remaining crew. These two win conditions give both sides a clear objective and force the crew to balance task progress against the risk of ignoring a saboteur.
Controls and Accessibility
Crewmate Detective runs directly in a web browser with no installation. Controls use a mouse or touch screen for movement and interaction, making it accessible on desktop and mobile devices. The game is designed to be family-friendly and non-violent, with no combat or graphic content. Sessions are created or joined through a room system, so players can organize games with friends or join existing groups.
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