#62 Jubensha : Murder Mystery with Chinese characteristics

<p> A mix between the boardgame Cluedo and LARP (live action role-playing), <em>jubensha</em> is the latest craze for over 10 million game enthusiasts in China. Played mostly by young white-collar workers, the industry has seen a massive influx of players and capital while entrepreneurs and scriptwriters want to offer the best experience for players. Where does this success come from and where is this industry heading? <br/><br/><b>Featuring</b> <br/>- D Qiuqiu: Partner and Jubensha’s market manager at G STone<br/>- Lu Mingfei : Jubensha store owner <br/><br/>Middle Earth is distributed by The World of Chinese (<a href='http://www.theworldofchinese.com'>www.theworldofchinese.com</a>). Every two months, both in print and online, the team at TWOC takes a contemporary issue in Chinese society and culture and looks behind the headlines to share how it affects people on the ground.  </p><p>Middle Earth is made by <a href='http://bit.ly/34glLBk'>China Compass Productions</a> and hosted by <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/aladin-production-services-china-news/'>Aladin Farré</a>.  If you have a China-themed cultural project like shooting your next documentary or look for a specific talent, please get in touch! </p><p>With thanks to <a href='http://www.ramoncalvomusic.com/'>Sean Calvo</a> for music support. </p><a target='_blank' href='https://www.theworldofchinese.com/'>The World of Chinese Magazine</a> <br>A magazine about Chinese society, culture, history, arts, language, and more.<br><br>