Frequently asked questions

Everything you want to know before you start playing Crime Club.

What is Crime Club?

Crime Club is a free online mafia RPG you play in your browser. You start as a petty thief and work your way up by committing crimes, stealing cars, smuggling drugs and booze and building your own family, until you're the biggest gangster in town.

Is Crime Club free?

Yes. Playing, registering and every feature are free. Anyone who wants to support the game can become a donator for extras like shorter wait times and a bigger garage.

Do I need to download or install anything?

No. Crime Club runs entirely in your browser, on your computer, tablet or smartphone. All you need is an account.

How do I start?

Create a free account via Register. You start with $2,500 in cash and $10,000 in the bank, and for the first 48 hours you're protected so nobody can kill you while you learn the game.

What can you do in Crime Club?

Commit crimes, steal 38 kinds of vehicles, smuggle between 11 states, buy weapons and protection, manage buildings and property, gamble in the casino, race, attack other gangsters and pull off robberies and missions with your family.

Can I play together with friends?

Yes. Start a family or join an existing one. Together you share a family bank and garage, commit family crimes and bank robberies and complete family missions with big rewards. There's also a forum, a shoutbox and a messaging system.

How long does a round last?

The game runs in rounds. At the end of a round the team resets the game and everyone starts over, with prizes for the best players. The date of the next reset is in the stats block on the home page.

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