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
Rules manual not indexed yet
Upload the PDF rulebook to ask questions about this game with AI.
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.
Gallery
Box and component photos
Tap any photo to open fullscreen. Photos submitted by the community or publisher.
Best player count
BGG community vote
2
REC
3
REC
4
BEST
5
REC
6
BEST
Soundtrack
Ambience suggested by Melodice
Loading playlist...
Where to Buy
Prices monitored daily
Finding best prices...
Prices unavailable at this time.
Price history — last 6 months (lowest new offer)
Alert enabled!
Join the BoardGamesBot deals group
Get the best board game deals every day — without message spam.
Join the WhatsApp groupGame details
Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Categories
Families
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
Community
Data from BoardGameGeek
1,586owners
169wishlist
26want to play
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
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.
Other Games You'll Like
Based on mechanics and theme