(cc) by [177]/flickrMulti-platform development and production house Expanding Universe is set to launch an interactive murder mystery at the end of the summer, Broadcast reports.

With a slimline 4 x 15-minute running length for the video side, and a live denouement, the meat of production will be in interactive web, mobile and real-life elements, including club-night parties - which hints at a potential revenue stream if these attract enough players.

Expanding Universe is a newly established (summer 2008) company specialising in developing and delivering immersive experiences across a variety of media channels. They recently announced a co-development deal with FremantleMedia, creating a number of formats across genres for the UK and international markets.