Paris 1889 is a cooperative narrative game, a sequel to Greenville 1989, in which each player represents a character who survived the supernatural events of Greenville and decides to investigate further ten years later by going back in time.

Using illustrated cards, they must describe these events to their fellow players, who must then locate this character and plan actions. This main role changes every round, giving everyone the chance to step up. The game ends with a Boss battle.