[PAX U 2026] Jubensha M**der Deduction Game by Suspense Studio

Jubensha (剧本杀) is a form of M**der mystery social deduction game. Each player receives a pre-written script, roleplays as a suspect in a crime scene, collects evidence, and attempts to deduce the murderer. The murderer is among you!

1. The Sandcastle (beginner-friendly)

A group of die-hard gamers from the online gaming community, ‘The Sandcastle’, gathers at an exclusive island resort for the ultimate meet-up. But their dream getaway turns into a nightmare when one of them is murdered. Now, trapped on the island, they must navigate a deadly game of trust and deception. Will The Sandcastle withstand the tide of lies, or crumble under betrayal and deceit?

Number of players: 6 players

Duration: 3h

Content warnings: substance abuse, eating disorder, death and M**der

*Note that The Sandcastle is formerly Game Over 2: Restart.

2. The Immortal Camera (intermediate-level)

Every photograph captures a moment. But not everything it captures can be seen.

In the twentieth century, the Lovegood family guards a mysterious camera, passed down through generations. Strange stories surround it, but few know what to believe, and those who might know have kept silent.

When a gathering at Lovegood Castle ends with a family member found dead, suspicion falls on those closest to him. Behind familiar faces lie unspoken grievances and secrets. As their accounts begin to unravel, an old family mystery takes on a sinister new meaning.

What happened that night and what might the camera reveal?

Number of players: 6 players

Duration: 5h

Content warnings: bullying, death and suicide/M**der.

• Group Ticket Only: $180 per table – Reserve an exclusive table for you and your friends (6 players)
• Single Tickets: Any unbooked group tickets will be opened as single tickets starting November 21
• Standby Queue: Don't have a ticket, but still looking to play? Head to Room 117 to join the Jubensha standby queue, where you may be able to fill a vacant seat in an upcoming session.
• Dedicated DMs: Each table will have a dedicated DM facilitating the game and guiding players.
• Minimum Player Requirement: 6 players. If your table is short on numbers, players from the Jubensha standby queue will be asked to join.
• Withdrawals: Please notify us in advance if you wish to cancel so we can release your slot to other teams. Tickets are transferable but nonrefundable.
• Games are tabletop and are fully accessible.

• Registration Opens: October 30, 12:00 PM EST
• Sessions: Start times run throughout each day of the convention.
• Arrival: Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your time slot for registration. Latecomers may not be admitted.
• Jubensha is located in Room 117, Pennsylvania Convention Center. Suspense Studio can be found at Booth 4342 in the Expo Hall, where other boxed game sets are available for retail.

• required to attend event.

• The game is conducted entirely in English.

• Games presented at PAX UNPLUGGED are subject to changes without prior notice.

• Terms and Conditions are subject to changes without prior notice.

• By booking your time slot, you agree to the terms stated herein.

Personal Data

Suspense Studio collects personal information to administer the live jubensha experience at PAX UNPLUGGED 2026. The collection of your name, contact number, and contact email may be necessary to process any applications you have made or to render you a service. Photographers and videographers have been engaged by the organisers to take images for publicity purposes. By entering this event venue or taking part in the activities, it is deemed that you have given consent for your images to be shared by the organisers for publicity purposes.

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Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, United States

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