Someone Who Looks Like You Is Already There
A man spots himself across a crowded dance floor — moving, laughing, living a life he isn't living. That image alone is enough to crawl under your skin. When that sighting kicks off a wave of misfortune rippling through everyone he knows, the question stops being what is that thing and starts being something far more unsettling: what does it want?
About This Game
Published by Indie Boards & Games, The Magnus Protocol: Mysteries Episode 4 — The Doppelgänger is part of the episodic mystery series set within the world of The Magnus Protocol, the acclaimed horror fiction podcast. Each episode is a self-contained case file — a compact, atmospheric investigation built around a single chilling premise. This one leans hard into folk horror and paranoia, weaving themes of identity, loss, and the creeping dread of something wearing a familiar face.
The Mysteries series translates the tone of the podcast into a tabletop format: players work together to examine clues, piece together a narrative, and confront something that doesn't follow the rules of the ordinary world. There are no dice rolls or combat systems here — this is a game about deduction, atmosphere, and the particular horror of a story that makes too much sense by the end.
Who It's For
Episode 4 is designed for small groups — a couple of friends or a tight gaming circle who enjoy mysteries and horror fiction. If your group has played escape-room-style games, narrative investigation games, or just really loved a good horror anthology, this will feel right at home. It plays in a single session, making it a strong choice for an evening when you want something tense and story-driven without a multi-week commitment. Familiarity with The Magnus Protocol podcast adds flavour, but it isn't required — the episode stands on its own.
What Makes It Stand Out
The episodic format means each mystery is tightly crafted around one central concept — no filler, no padding. The Doppelgänger uses its format to build a case that feels genuinely eerie rather than mechanically spooky. The writing carries the same literary horror sensibility fans of the podcast expect, and the physical components are designed to support the investigative experience without getting in the way of the story. If you've been building the series, this episode continues a growing collection of contained horrors that each bring something different to the table.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Indie Boards & Games |
| Players | 1–4 |
| Recommended Player Count | 2–3 |
| Age Range | 14+ |
| Play Time | 60–90 minutes |
| Game Weight | Light–Medium |
| Language | English |
