Paperface Who's the Killer? Guide: The two roles and how winning works
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OverviewPaperface: Who's the Killer? is a social deduction murder mystery game on Roblox where players are split into two sides — the Detective team and the killer known as Paperface. Detectives hunt for clues and vote out the murderer, while Paperface tries to eliminate everyone without being caught. This guide covers how each role works, how to use meetings effectively, and what to do when you're struggling to win.
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The two roles and how winning works
Table
At the start of each match you are assigned one of two roles, and your entire strategy depends on which one you get. The Detective team wins by gathering clues, building a case, and voting Paperface out during a meeting. Paperface wins by eliminating every other player before being identified.
| Detective team | find clues across the map, discuss suspicions, and vote the killer out |
| Paperface | stay hidden, eliminate players one by one, and avoid getting caught |
How to play Detective effectively
Tips
Detectives need to combine clues from multiple sources rather than acting on a single piece of evidence. Compare notes with other players, track where everyone was at key moments, and flag any story that contradicts what you personally witnessed.
- Never base an accusation on just one clue — cross-reference what you find with what others have seen
- Track timing and location — knowing who was where and when is some of the most powerful evidence you can bring to a meeting
- Pay attention to players who avoid busy areas
- Collect witness accounts from players who were in the same area as you
- Point out contradictions calmly during meetings — a story that conflicts with another player's account is a strong sign
How to play Paperface without getting caught
Warn
Paperface has to eliminate every other player while keeping their identity secret the whole time.
Meetings and voting
Step
Meetings bring every surviving player together to share evidence and decide who to vote out. For Detectives, this is the moment to present a clear, logical case. For Paperface, it is a chance to redirect suspicion onto someone else.
- Organise your evidence first before you speak, know the timeline of who was where and when
- Point out contradictions if a player's account conflicts with yours or someone else's, say so clearly
- Give yourself an alibi name the players who can confirm where you were
- As Paperface, shift the focus bring up a reason to doubt another player rather than defending yourself the whole time
What to check when you keep losing
CheckBefore blaming bad luck, run through the points below. The most common reasons players struggle are gaps in map exploration, not communicating enough with teammates, and letting contradictions slip into their own story.
- Did you search the whole map, or did you stay in one area the entire round?
- Did you actually talk to other players, or did you play silently and miss shared information?
- Does your own story contradict anything you said earlier in the same round?
- If you are Paperface, are you picking up on how suspicious other players seem toward you?
- Do you fully understand the win condition for your current role?
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Spending and free play
Summary
You can queue for matches, investigate, discuss, vote, and win without spending anything. The Soul Harvest Battle Pass is an optional paid addition.
- Core gameplay free, no restrictions
- Multiplayer with friends free
- Soul Harvest Battle Pass paid, optional extra content
Glossary
Glossary- Paperface
- The killer role in each match — tasked with eliminating every other player while keeping their identity hidden from the Detectives.
- Detective team
- The group of players who search for clues and work together to identify and vote out Paperface.
- Clue
- An item hidden around the map that Detectives collect to build evidence against the killer.
- Meeting
- A phase where all surviving players gather, share what they know, and vote on who to eliminate.
- Vote
- The decision made during a meeting — the player who receives the most votes is removed from the round.
- Social deduction
- A game style built around hidden roles, discussion, and working out who is lying — the genre Paperface belongs to.
Common questions
FAQDoes Paperface ever reveal their identity during the match?
No — Paperface stays hidden for the entire round. The identity is only confirmed when Detectives successfully vote them out, or when Paperface eliminates every other player and wins.
What happens if I get eliminated as a Detective?
You are removed from the round. After you are eliminated, the circumstances of your removal can become useful information for the remaining Detectives during the next meeting.
What should I do if I cannot find any clues?
Talk to other players during the round and in meetings. Even without clues of your own, the information other Detectives have gathered can still help you reason toward the right vote.
Can I play with my friends in the same match?
You can join a match together, but which role each player gets is assigned randomly, so there is no guarantee you will be on the same side.
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