Scrum Simulation Game

Teach Scrum Through a Crime Story

Teams write a thrilling crime novel together while practicing Sprint Planning, Reviews, and Retrospectives. Real Scrum. Real engagement. Real results.

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The Problem with Scrum Training

Two Worlds of Learning

Most Scrum workshops rely on slides and theory. ScrumTale flips the script.

Traditional Training

Lecture-based approach

Knowledge retention from lectures

Source: NTL Learning Pyramid

80+

Slides per typical Scrum workshop

Forgotten by Friday

Teams revert to old habits within days

The ScrumTale Way

Practice-based learning

75%

Retention from hands-on practice

3-6 hrs

Of immersive, hands-on gameplay

Skills That Last

Teams apply Scrum roles and events immediately

What Is ScrumTale?

A Crime Story That Teaches Scrum

ScrumTale is a Scrum simulation game where teams work together to create a crime story. While writing, they naturally practice all key Scrum events - Sprint Planning, Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.

The crime story creates emotional engagement and context that makes Scrum concepts stick. It's not roleplay - it's a real creative challenge with real collaboration dynamics.

3 full Sprints in a single session
Product Owner, Scrum Master & Dev Team roles
Story cards, Event cards & Product Backlog
Works for 5-17 participants

How It Works

Three Sprints, One Story

Teams experience the full Scrum cycle three times - learning from each iteration.

Sprint Planning

Teams receive Story Cards with crime story elements. The Product Owner prioritizes the Backlog while the team estimates and commits to a Sprint Goal.

15-20 min per Sprint

Writing Sprint

The team writes their crime story chapters using Story Cards. Event Cards introduce surprises - just like real projects. Collaboration and adaptation are key.

20-30 min per Sprint

Review & Retro

Teams present their stories (Sprint Review), then reflect on what worked and what didn't (Retrospective). Each Sprint builds on lessons from the last.

15-20 min per Sprint

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What Participants Learn

Key Learning Outcomes

Through hands-on practice, participants internalize key Scrum and Agile concepts.

Scrum Framework

Experience all Scrum events, roles and artifacts in a safe, engaging environment. Understand why each element exists.

Iterative Development

See firsthand how incremental delivery, feedback loops and adaptation lead to better outcomes with each Sprint.

High-Performing Teams

Discover how self-organization, collaboration and transparent communication make teams more effective.

Estimation & Planning

Practice story point estimation, backlog prioritization and Sprint commitment in a risk-free setting.

Stakeholder Engagement

Learn to manage stakeholder expectations, handle feedback and deliver value through Sprint Reviews.

Continuous Improvement

Experience how Retrospectives drive real improvement - teams measurably improve with each Sprint.

Game Formats

One Game, Three Formats

ScrumTale works in any setting - choose the format that suits your training.

Classroom Edition

5-17 players 3-6 hours

Physical card set with Story Cards, Event Cards, and Facilitator Guide. Teams sit around tables and collaborate in person.

Physical card deck (200+ cards)
Facilitator Guide included
Reusable - run unlimited sessions

Online Edition

5-17 players 3-4 hours

Digital version on the ScrumTale platform. Teams collaborate remotely with virtual cards, timers, and built-in facilitation tools.

Browser-based - no install needed
Works with Zoom, Teams, Meet
Per-session licensing

For Trainers & Coaches

Your Next Signature Workshop

Whether you're a Certified Scrum Trainer, Agile Coach, or corporate L&D manager - ScrumTale gives you a proven, engagement-tested format that participants love.

Detailed Facilitator Guide with timing & tips
No special skills needed - just follow the guide
Works with 5-17 participants per session
Volume discounts for frequent trainers

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Pricing

Choose Your Edition

One-time purchase for classroom. Per-session for online. No subscriptions.

Online Single

One online session for up to 17 participants

€149/ session

Up to 17 participants per session

Browser-based platform access
Digital cards & timers
Facilitator Guide (PDF)
Email support

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Classroom Edition

Physical card set - run unlimited sessions

€399one-time

Free shipping in EU. Worldwide available.

200+ physical cards
Unlimited sessions forever
Facilitator Guide (print + PDF)
Priority email support
Available in 5 languages

Buy Classroom Edition

Online 5-Pack

Five online sessions - save 20%

€595/ 5 sessions

€119 per session (save €150)

5 online sessions included
Up to 17 participants each
Facilitator Guide (PDF)
Priority email support

Buy Online 5-Pack

Available in 5 languages:

EN English DE Deutsch PL Polski IT Italiano CZ Cesky

Testimonials

What Trainers Say

Hear from Scrum trainers and Agile coaches who use ScrumTale in their workshops.

“

ScrumTale is hands down the best Scrum simulation I've used in 15 years of training. Participants are so engaged in the crime story that they don't even realize how much Scrum they're learning. The a-ha moments during Retrospectives are incredible.

Bjorn Jensen

Certified Scrum Trainer - Germany

“

We designed ScrumTale to solve a real problem - Scrum training was too theoretical. The crime story format creates natural tension, collaboration, and the kind of 'learning by doing' that sticks. I'm proud to see it used worldwide.

Lech Wypychowski

Co-creator, ScrumTale

“

I was skeptical about simulation games, but ScrumTale completely changed my approach. My participants rate ScrumTale sessions 4.8/5 on average - significantly higher than any other activity in my PSM course.

Sarah R.

Agile Coach - United Kingdom

“

As an L&D manager, I need training tools that deliver measurable results. Since introducing ScrumTale, our Scrum adoption scores jumped 40% and team feedback consistently mentions it as the highlight of onboarding.

Marcus T.

L&D Manager - Netherlands

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Running ScrumTale with multiple groups at our company retreat was a game-changer. Even non-technical teams like marketing and HR understood Scrum concepts by the end. The energy in the room was electric.

Ana P.

Scrum Master - Brazil

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about ScrumTale before you get started.

How many participants do I need?

ScrumTale works best with 5-17 participants (one or two Scrum teams). The ideal team size is 5-7 people. For larger groups, you run two parallel teams of up to 8-9 each.

How long does a session take?

A full ScrumTale session with 3 Sprints takes 3-6 hours depending on the depth of debrief discussions. The classroom version typically runs 4-6 hours, while the online version is optimized for 3-4 hours. You can also run a shorter 2-Sprint version in about 2-3 hours.

Do participants need prior Scrum knowledge?

No! ScrumTale is designed to teach Scrum from scratch. It works equally well as an introduction for beginners and as a deep-dive refresher for experienced practitioners. The game introduces concepts progressively - each Sprint builds on the previous one.

What do I need for the online version?

Just a modern web browser and a video conferencing tool (Zoom, Teams, Meet). Participants access the ScrumTale platform through a shared link - no downloads or accounts required. You'll receive access credentials and a link to share with participants before the session.

What languages is ScrumTale available in?

ScrumTale is currently available in English, German, Polish, Italian, and Czech. All cards, guides and facilitation materials are fully translated. More languages are being added - contact us if you need a specific language for your team.

What's included in the classroom box?

The classroom edition includes 200+ professionally printed cards (Story Cards, Event Cards, Role Cards, Sprint Cards), a printed Facilitator Guide with step-by-step instructions, timing suggestions, debrief questions, and tips for different group sizes. Everything you need to run the game immediately.

Can I use ScrumTale for commercial training?

Absolutely! The classroom edition is licensed for unlimited commercial use - train as many groups as you want. The online edition is licensed per session. Many Certified Scrum Trainers, Agile coaches, and corporate trainers use ScrumTale as a core part of their paid workshops.

What if I'm not satisfied?

We offer a 30-day satisfaction guarantee for the classroom edition. If ScrumTale doesn't work for your training, return it for a full refund. For the online edition, contact us before the session if you need to reschedule or have concerns - we're here to help make your workshop a success.

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