Dawn Under

Zoch Verlag, 999 Games, Bloom Games (I) · Board game · 2004
2–6 · best 4 30 min Weight 1.6/5
7.8 rating Ludopedia
6.4 rating BGG
Buy · from US$ 30.45
7.8 rating Ludopedia
6.4 rating BGG
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

If you enjoy memory games with a fun theme and a light horror twist, Dawn Under might be a good pick! It's quick, easy to learn, and guarantees some laughs.

Highlights
  • Engaging memory gameplay
  • Fun vampire theme
  • Fast and straightforward
  • Easy to learn
Keep in mind
  • Heavily luck-dependent
  • Little strategic depth
  • Can become repetitive
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready for a race against dawn in Dawn Under! This memory game with a light horror twist has each player trying to get their vampires home before the sun's rays turn them to dust. There are 60 vampires in six different colors, distributed among the players, and each has their own line of creatures to protect. The board features graves and lids, but beware: some lids have been swapped for rats, and others have the right colors to receive your vampires. When you flip a lid, you check if it matches a vampire at either end of your line. If it does, victory! If not, you might place garlic to mislead others or, worse, receive a wooden stake. Collecting three stakes lets you take vampires from opponents, and finding your own garlic grants a nice reward. Oh, and if you're lucky (or unlucky?) enough to flip a rat lid, you can peek at the surrounding ones. The first player to get rid of all their vampires wins. It's a fast, fun game that tests everyone's memory, perfect for those who enjoy a unique theme and straightforward gameplay.

Best player count

BGG community vote

2–6 players
2 REC
3 REC
4 BEST
5 REC
6 BEST

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Families

Creatures: Vampires
Publisher Zoch Verlag, 999 Games, Bloom Games (I), CMON Global Limited, Competo / Marektoy, frechverlag, Gigamic, Korea Boardgames, Lifestyle Boardgames Ltd, Pressman Toy Corp., Red Cat Games, Rio Grande Games
Designer Norbert Proena
Artist Irina Pechenkina, Victor Boden

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

7 questions
What is the average playtime for Dawn Under?
A game of Dawn Under usually lasts around 30 minutes, making it quite fast.
How many players can participate?
The game is designed for 2 to 6 players.
Is it a difficult game to learn?
No, the rules are quite simple and straightforward, ideal for beginners or those looking for something lighter.
Is the horror theme very intense?
The theme is more lighthearted and fun, featuring vampires and a race against dawn. It's not truly scary.
What are the main components of the game?
The game includes vampire chits, grave lids (some with rats), garlic chits, and wooden stakes.
Is this a game for children?
Yes, being a memory game with simple rules and a fun theme, it's well-suited for children of a certain age, but adults can also enjoy it.
Does luck play a big role in the game?
Yes, luck plays a significant role, especially in flipping lids and the initial setup. It's a lighter game in that regard.

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