Report updated Mar 26, 2026
Clue Companion
v1.0.11Families and friends playing the digital version of Clue in the same room who want to maintain the secrecy of their cards and notes.
What Is Clue Companion?
Launched Mar 11, 2024
Updated Dec 2025
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
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Key Features
Digital tracking of suspects, weapons, and crime scenes to keep game notes private during local play.
App color scheme automatically updates to match the user's selected character in the main game.
Syncs with Clue on PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Xbox, or Steam via local game codes.
Facilitates in-person group play by allowing players to keep their cards and notes hidden from others.
Recent User Sentiment iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a frustrated sentiment. Users appreciate functional post-update and enjoyable gameplay, but report connection errors and broken local multiplayer.”
What Users Love
They have fixed the issue and the process works flawlessly
Thanks to the update that was pushed out recently, this app once again works wonderfully
Great fun for my wife and I!!
It give your mind a challenge, fun to be the one to revel
Pain Points
Keeps saying 'game doesn't exist' very frustrating
Every time I put in the code to play, I am told that it’s not valid
Local play is totally borked rendering a big part of the Switch purchase useless
Bought this game to play with my son... it doesn't work for Local player
High confidence · 99 reviews available
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Strong brand alignment with the official Clue digital franchise.
- Unique, immersive UI that adapts to character selection.
- Clear, focused utility that solves a specific pain point.
Cons
- Poor technical stability and frequent connection handshake failures.
- UX friction caused by inconsistent input requirements.
- Low user trust due to persistent bugs.
Market Outlook
Growth Opportunities
- Standardize the connection protocol to eliminate user confusion.
- Expand to tablet-optimized layouts.
- Implement offline caching for notes.
Market Threats
- Negative reviews impacting the reputation of the core console/PC game.
- Competitors creating more stable, generic note-taking apps.
- Potential loss of the casual family demographic due to technical frustration.
Key Takeaways
Clue Companion is a frustrating utilities app that is completely free. With a 2.3/5 rating from 588 reviews, it frustrates many users from users. Users particularly appreciate functional post-update, though connection errors remains a common concern.
Best for: Families and friends playing the digital version of Clue in the same room who want to maintain the secrecy of their cards and notes.
App Details & Pricing
Model: free
The app acts as a value-added utility to drive engagement and improve the user experience for the paid console/PC versions of the game.
iOS Version
1.0.11
Android Version
0.0.11
Release Date
Mar 11, 2024
iOS Price
Free
Android Price
Free
Developer
Marmalade Game Studio