The Roottrees are Dead invites gamers to immerse themselves in the intricacies of a family history shrouded in the mystery of tragedy. Set against the backdrop of a plane crash in December 1998 that claimed the lives of the Roottree family, the title tasks users with uncovering the secrets surrounding the famous candy-making family. Through research and deduction, participants set out on a quest to piece together a complex family tree, identifying both famous and little-known relatives. The plot centers on Elias and Gwyneth Roottree, whose descendants' lives are intertwined with a tragic event. The mystery invites gamers to explore a world where history, secrets, and relationships are far from simple.