Murder

What is Murder Game?

Murder is a clever and humorous assassination arcade game created by Studio Seufz. In this short but addictive puzzle game, your goal is simple: sneak up behind the king and take the throne for yourself. But the path to power isn’t easy - timing, patience, and quick reactions are the only things standing between you and the crown.

The gameplay revolves around a single core idea: quietly approach the king and strike at the perfect moment. If you succeed, you become the new king. But don’t relax too soon once you’re on the throne, someone else will try to assassinate you the same way. This creates a funny and chaotic loop where every successful betrayal leads to another attempt on the throne.

How to Play Murder

In Murder, you begin as the king’s adviser, secretly planning to take the throne. Slowly creep behind the king and hold the attack button to charge your stab. If you release it at the right moment, you’ll successfully eliminate the king and become the new ruler.

However, if the king turns around while you're charging your attack, you’ll be caught and thrown into the dungeon. Timing and observation are key. Once you become king, the gameplay flips. Now you must watch for your adviser trying to assassinate you. Stay alert and turn around at the right moment to catch them in the act.

Game Controls:

The game uses extremely simple controls.

When playing as the assassin:

• Space - Charge and stab

When playing as the king:

• Space - Look behind

Because the game only uses one button, it’s easy for anyone to jump in and start playing immediately.

Tips and Tricks to Win

To succeed in Murder, a few simple strategies can help:

• Release your attack immediately if the king turns around. Dropping the attempt can save you from prison.
• Pay close attention to the king’s movements before committing to the attack.
• When you become king, watch your adviser carefully - they will try to do exactly what you just did.

With its clever design and comedic take on betrayal, Murder delivers a surprisingly deep one-button game about power, timing, and the endless cycle of royal backstabbing.