Help Mystery Unfolds launch in the USA

Australia-based puzzle creators, Mystery Unfolds, are looking for US-based puzzle enthusiasts to trial one of our most popular cards, Blood Sacrifice of a Salesman, before our big US launch.

What is a Puzzle Card?

A puzzle card is an escape room experience in a birthday card. The recipient doesn’t get their gift until they’ve solved the mystery within.

They add a fun twist to the gifting process, but can also be experienced as a fun, standalone puzzle. They can be solved alone for a challenge or for fun with friends.

Why we need your help

Mystery Unfolds has been making puzzle experiences since 2020 and we’re about to launch into the US with our 10th card.

However, a couple of people have suggested that one of our earlier cards, might not be a good fit for a US audience.

(We won’t tell you why, as that will ruin the test.)

Blood Sacrifice of a Salesman

Difficulty: Hard

In all your years in HR, you've never seen anything like this. An unholy blood ritual has been performed in your office. Arriving early, it seems your presence scared the killer off. After calling the police you stare at the macabre masterpiece of blood and whiteboard marker. No forced entry. Did they have access to the building? Perhaps you could identify the killer...

Blood Sacrifice of a Salesman is suitable for someone:

  • Aged 15+

  • With a moderate grasp of the English language

  • Enjoys a challenge

Explore the unholy ritual that should have been an email.

  1. If you are living in America, or grew up in America, complete the form below to be considered. (NOTE: If you are NOT American, we have another option for you - apply here instead. )

  2. Complete the form below.

  3. We will pick a bunch of people - a few at random, and a few based on the quality of their response.

  4. We will email them a print-at-home version of the card to test.

  5. You (or your recipient) will test the card.

  6. You will complete a feedback survey and receive a little mystery reward.

How it will work

Complete this form to request a free card

 Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What’s a puzzle card?
    A puzzle card is an escape room experience in a birthday card. The recipient doesn’t get their birthday gift until they’ve solved the puzzle within.

  2. Do I need to gift this as a birthday card?
    You certainly do not. While it does heighten the stakes to receive a puzzle card and be told you won’t get your birthday gift until you’ve solved the puzzle, this card can be experienced on its own as a fun stand-alone puzzle.

  3. Can I also have one of your other puzzle cards for free?
    No, you cannot. But thanks for asking. 😉 We do often give away new prototypes for testing purposes though - so if that interestes you, make sure to join our email list.

  4. What age range is this card most suitable for?
    This card is intended for those over 15 years of age, but that is mainly because of the difficulty level. It does contain some mild cartoon violence - blood, and a guy from sales lying on the office floor. If you’re unsure if it’s appropriate for your young person, feel free to request one anyway, and give it a go yourself before passing it on.

  5. When will my card be delivered?
    It will be a print-at-home copy, delivered by email within the next 2-3 weeks.